36.3936, Confs: Cultural Intelligence in a Connected World: The Language, Literature, Civilization, and Technology Nexus (Tunisia)

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Date: 22-Dec-2025
From: Marwa Mekni Toujani [marwaISLT at gmail.com]
Subject: Cultural Intelligence in a Connected World: The Language, Literature, Civilization, and Technology Nexus


Cultural Intelligence in a Connected World: The Language, Literature,
Civilization, and Technology Nexus

Date: 23-Apr-2026 - 25-Apr-2026
Location: Beja, Tunisia
Contact Email: culturalintelligenceconf26 at zohomail.com
Meeting URL: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AGwydEuJ4/

Linguistic Field(s): Applied Linguistics; Discipline of Linguistics;
Discourse Analysis; Ling & Literature; Sociolinguistics
Subject Language(s): Arabic (ara)
                     English (eng)
                     French (fra)

Submission Deadline: 21-Feb-2026

The modern era we are living in is marked by a significantly rapid
pace of globalization and pervasive diffusion of technological
advancements. These synergistic forces have effectively eradicated
geographical barriers and forged what van Dijk (1991) and Castells
(1996) refer to as the “network society,” which metamorphoses
disparate national entities into an intricately interconnected
tapestry of societies and cultures (Castells, 2000). The nature of
this global structure places new, urgent demands on individuals to
compel them to function competently, effectively, and ethically
outside the boundaries of their immediate cultural backgrounds.
Such urgent need motivated Earley and Ang (2003) to introduce the
concept of cultural intelligence (CQ) in their influential book
“Cultural Intelligence: Individual Interactions Across Cultures”.
Since then, the concept has gained prominent attention. Mimicking the
concept of Intelligence Quotient (IQ), the concept culture quotient
(CQ) has been introduced. CQ refers to the extent to which someone is
skilled at understanding, adapting to, and functioning across
cultures. According to Earley and Ang (2003), CQ is composed of four
capabilities: (1) metacognitive CQ which is about awareness of
cultural thinking, (2) cognitive CQ which is about knowledge about
cultures, (3) motivational CQ which is about interest and drive to
adapt, and (4) behavioural CQ which is about the ability to adjust
one’s behaviour when interacting across cultures. Thus, the concept of
cultural intelligence emphasises the capability to function
effectively across cultural contexts.
This international conference, “Cultural Intelligence in a Connected
World: The Language, Literature, Civilization and Technology Nexus,”
is meticulously convened to address this critical imperative through
rigorous academic inquiry and synthesis. It seeks empirical,
quantitative, qualitative, and theoretical contributions that
critically advance, challenge, or refine this understanding within the
new cultural contexts afforded by rapid technological change and
unprecedented social fluidity. The necessity of this capability is
amplified by the sheer volume of global interaction. Cultural
Intelligence translates this need into an intellectual challenge and a
series of practical skills that are essential for effective
participation in democratic dialogue and global economic exchange.
Within this realm, the enduring humanistic disciplines Language,
Literature, and Civilization Studies should not be regarded as
outdated remnants of a pre-digital era. Rather, they remain essential,
providing rich and meaningful contexts that foster deep understanding
and the kind of “thick description” (Geertz, 1973) needed to develop
genuine Cultural Intelligence.
Anchored in this epistemological stance, the Department of Languages
at The Higher Institute of Applied Languages and Computer Science,
Beja extends a cordial invitation to academics, scholars, and
researchers whose work engages with the domains of Linguistics,
Literature, and Cultural Studies to submit proposals for participation
in the conference. This call seeks contributions that interrogate,
reinterpret, and reaffirm the enduring relevance of the humanistic
disciplines as vital loci for cultivating cultural intelligence,
critical reflection, and intercultural understanding in an
increasingly interconnected world.
We welcome submissions, which adopt a multidisciplinary approach and
engage with the following overarching themes and their possible
sub-themes (but not limited to):
Theme 1: Language, Pedagogy, and Cultural Intelligence
Linguistics, ELT, and CQ
-The Role of Language and Cultural Intelligence in Intercultural
Communication
-Multilingualism, Identity, and Cultural Adaptation
Language Policy and Global Citizenship Education
-Teaching Intercultural Competence in Language Classrooms
-Designing Culturally Intelligent Curricula
-Teacher Training and Cultural Intelligence
-Online Teaching-learning and Cultural Intelligence
-Translation, Adaptation, and Cultural Fidelity
Theme 2: Literature and Cultural Narratives
Literary Analysis and CQ Frameworks
-Examining Narrative Structures in Transnational, Comparative and
Post-colonial Literature
-Empathy, Affective CQ, and Literary Immersion
-Memory, Trauma, and Cultural Continuity
-The Ethics of Representation in Literature
-Identity, Hybridity, and CQ Narration
-Comparative Poetics and Rhetorical CQ
-Narrative Identity Formation in Diasporic Contexts
Theme 3: Civilization and Global Connection
Cultural Studies, Power Dynamics, and CQ
- Cultural Formations, Power, and Hegemony
- The Geopolitics of Cultural Production
- Cultural Policy and Global Governance
- Global Identity, Hybridity, and Cultural Consumption
- Digital Cultural Practices and Mediated Ethics
-Geopolitics, Historical Processes, and Political CQ
- Cultural Diplomacy and Soft Power
- Migration, Citizenship, and Policy
-Technology, Political Discourse, and Ethical CQ
- Media Framing and Foreign Policy
Theme 4: Language, Technology, and Digital Communication
Digital Humanities and CQ
-The Impact of Social Media on Cultural Perception and Expression
-Digital Humanities and Cross-cultural Research
-Artificial Intelligence and Cultural Representation
-Artificial Intelligence and Cultural Mediation (in political, social
discourses, global workplaces etc.)
Co-chairs: Dr. Hana Rayani & Dr. Marwa Mekni Toujani
Organizing Committee:
Dr. Chokri Cherif
Ms. Habiba Maddouri
Dr. Hana Rayani
Dr. Kais Amri
Dr. Marwa Mekni Toujani
Ms. Rim Ktari
Dr. Youssef Mezrigui
Scientific Committee:
Prof. Mohamed Jabeur, University of Carthage, Tunisia
Prof. Mongia Khammassi Arfa Mensia, University of Carthage, Tunisia
Prof. Mounir Triki, University of Sfax, Tunisia
Prof. Akila Sellami Baklouti, University of Sfax, Tunisia
Prof. Mohamed Salah Harzallah, University of Sousse, Tunisia
Prof. Faiza Derbel, University of Manouba, Tunisia
Prof. Hager ben Driss, University of Tunis, Tunisia
Prof. Lobna ben Salem, University of Manouba, Tunisia
Prof. Malek Mustapha Saber, University of Carthage, Tunisia
Prof. Sondes Hamdi, University of Carthage, Tunisia
Prof. Wassim Daghrir, University of Sousse, Tunisia
Prof. Zied Ben Amor, University of Sousse, Tunisia
Prof. Sondos Krouna, University of Carthage, Tunisia
Abstracts of no more than 250 words, together with no more than 5
keywords, as well as the author’s affiliation, email address, phone
number, and bio-data (100 words maximum) are to be sent by filling out
this form: https://forms.gle/TNCMijeoaQKvyBW98



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