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Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Organizational Ethnography Analysis: Participation of Islamic Religious Leaders in Handling Covid-19 through Integrative Communication

Nurhayani Saragih, Suraya Mansur, Ellys Lestari Pambayun, Topikurohman Topikurohman

27-40

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.163

Abstract: This study aims to explain the participative actions of researchers (ethnographers) in synergising culture and values between Public Relations Officers from the Bogor City Government, West Java, Indonesia, and Islamic religious leaders in handling the Covid-19 pandemic through integrated communication. The research method used is organisational ethnography to identify and find sociocultural barriers between informants (public relations... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Western Balkans: It’s Complicated An Inter-ethnic Communication Interdisciplinary Examination

Blerim Limani, Driton Majlichi, Mehmet Aslan, Shalva Kikalishvili, Daniel Brown

132-143

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.324

Abstract: The western Balkans are persistently grappling with its unfavorable inter-ethnic reputation. Although political toleration has been consistently proposed as a solution for inter-ethnic tensions, this paper argues for the adoption of the Coordinated Management of Meaning (CMM) framework, offering a fresh perspective to an old problem. Rooted in the 'communication perspective', CMM provides a crucial platform for stakeholders to interact... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Interethnic bridging social capital and the significance of ethnocentric interethnic interaction within Malaysian universities

Somayeh Mortazavi Ganji Ketab, Ezhar Bin Tamam, Jusang Bolong, Saeed Pahlevan Sharif

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10.36923/jicc.v16i3.726

Abstract: This article explores the possible theoretical relationships of ethnocentrism (independent variable) and interethnic interaction (mediating variable) with interethnic bridging social capital (IBSC) (dependent variable). Interethnic bridging social capital is extremely noticeable that there is a lack of such investigation in specifically Malaysian public universities. In an attempt to clarify the current situation, a survey questionnaire was... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Globalisation or Glocalisation? Intercultural.....

I wish that I could have friends: The Intercultural Friendship Experience of Omani Students at US Universities

Mohammed Juma Alkharusi, Reynaldo Gacho Segumpan

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.274

Abstract: The domain of intercultural friendships between international and host national students represents a pivotal aspect of international higher education and intercultural communication. In response to the evident research gap within this realm, we conducted a phenomenological inquiry to explore how eight Omani students establish friendships with US host students and the factors that might either facilitate or impede these intercultural... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Creating a Culture of Peace. The Performing Arts in Interethnic Negotiations

Kjell Skyllstad

1-07

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10.36923/jicc.v2i2.379

Abstract: The Norwegian national institute for music dissemination (Rikskonsertene) initiated a three year school research project "Resonant Community" (1989 - 92). The project aimed at creating an understanding for the cultural traditions of immigrant communities in the Norwegian capital, and preventing discriminatory attitudes through an art program related to cultural traditions of the various immigrant groups.The project further aimed at releasing... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Role of Political Public Relations In Enhancing Voter Engagement: 2020 Jordanian Parliamentary Election As A Case Study

Sarah Ahmad Okour, Khalaf Lafee Alhammad

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1063

Abstract: Why do political messages so often fail to persuade voters and increase voter turnout, and what does this reveal about voter decision-making? In Jordan, scholars and journalists have long highlighted the challenges associated with low voter turnout in parliamentary elections. However, the media framing techniques intended to engage voters, the reasons these frames have failed—particularly in mobilizing youth participation in the 2020... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Intergroup Contact, Perceived Attitudes, and Immigrants’ Attitudes Towards Locals: The Case of Immigrants Living in Finland

Elvis Nshom

146-154

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.140

Abstract: Research on immigrant-host attitudes in Finland has flourished significantly over the past two decades. However, most of this research has focused on Finnish attitudes towards immigrants. Studies that examine immigrants’ perception of the type of attitudes Finns have towards immigrants and immigrants’ own attitude toward Finns are hard to come by. This study examines the relationship between intergroup contact and the perception immigrants... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

"For Them, The Hijab Means Dangerous Arabs" – Between Policy And Practice: Challenges In Implementing The Integration Of Arab Teachers In Hebrew Schools

Dolly Eliyahu-Levi, Avi Gvura

127-139

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1186

Abstract: This study investigates the challenges associated with implementing the Israeli Ministry of Education’s policy to integrate Arab female teachers into Hebrew-speaking schools, guided by Social Identity Theory and Realistic Conflict Theory. Employing a qualitative-phenomenological approach, the research is based on semi-structured, in-depth interviews with 23 teachers (14 Jewish and 9 Arab) working across various levels of the Hebrew education... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Analyzing “Threat” in Asylum Reception: Context, Materiality and Institutional Texts in High-Stakes Intercultural Communication

Eila Isotalus

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10.36923/jicc.vi.1269

Abstract: Traditional theories of intercultural communication often overlook the multiplicity of interpretations and the influence of power, materiality, and institutional structures on everyday interactions. In high-stakes environments such as asylum reception, communication is shaped by broader political, economic, and social systems that structure both professional practices and interpersonal relations. This study examines how intercultural... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Power Dynamics as Reflected in Tshivenḓa Heritage Forms of Address: A Study From Vhembe District, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Phethani Progress Mudau

46-56

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1088

Abstract: This sociolinguistic study explores the power dynamics reflected in Tshivenḓa heritage forms of address in the Vhembe District, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Power dynamics refer to the ways in which power is distributed, exercised, and negotiated within social relationships, organisations, and broader societal structures. They encompass how authority is allocated, how individuals or groups assert influence, and how power shifts or is... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

How Do Chinese Street Food YouTubers Robustly Communicate Cross-Cultural Tourism Destination?

Zinggara Hidayat, Sansan Lestari Suwarno, Jane Marcella

49-69

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.556

Abstract: : The street food content of YouTubers is an intercultural communication message to promote Chinese culture to viewers around the world. This article aims to analyze cross-cultural interactivity in physical and online intercultural communication. The research uses a qualitative content analysis method continuously produced by non-Chinese-speaking YouTubers to communicate original Chinese culture to viewers outside China. The sample... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Translation of Selected Cultural Items in Al-Nawawi’s Forty Hadiths: A Descriptive and Analytical Study

Mimouna Zitouni, Ahad Alzahrani, Nouf Al Kous, Sultana Almutlaq, Abdul-Qader Abdul-Ghafour, Bahia...

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10.36923/jicc.v22i3.74

Abstract: Cultural words usually pose some challenges to translators, especially when they translate texts into languages which are culturally different. This study investigates the translation of cultural items in The Forty Hadiths by Imam Al-Nawawi. It adopted the qualitative approach for selecting and analyzing the translation of culturally-bound items of the selected Prophet Mohammed’s hadiths posted on the Web by Sunnah.com. Moreover, it used... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Re-Examining The Validity of Hofstede's Power Distance Dimension: A Cross-Cultural Comparison of Organizational Employees In Four Countries

Jung-Soo Yi

103-114

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1312

Abstract: The present study examines the contemporary validity and applicability of Hofstede's power distance dimension. Since the introduction of Hofstede's cultural value framework in the early 1980s, cultural, social, political, and commercial relationships among countries have undergone substantial transformation. These changes may have influenced how individuals perceive and enact power relations across intercultural contexts, making a... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Towards a theoretical framework of intercultural communication ethics in the Arab Gulf culture The perspectives of global public relations practitioners in Bahrain

Layla Al Saqer

1-17

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10.36923/jicc.v19i3.791

Abstract: This research investigates the perspectives of global public relations practitioners in the governmental sector in Bahrain. Sixteen qualitative interviews were conducted to provide in-depth theoretical understanding of the intercultural communication ethics in the Arab Gulf. The researcher used the theoretical framework of Hofstede (1984; 1994) to analyze the data. The research reveals that an Arab framework of intercultural communication... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Critical Discourse Analysis of Intercultural Communication through the Lens of Multiculturality and Interraciality

Jennifer Tan-de Ramos

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.578

Abstract: Recent research on Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) has focused on the identity construction of agents within discourse. This study delves into intercultural communication through the lens of multiculturality and interraciality. Employing the CDA framework, the research investigates how online Filipino Chinese writers construct their identities and those of their readers, examining the dynamics of dominance and subordination in selected... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Intercultural And Professional Skills in Student Mobility to Boost Employability

Maria Luisa Sierra-Huedo, Jennifer Foucart

1-12

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10.36923/jicc.v22i3.68

Abstract: The internationalisation of higher education institutions is mainly focused on mobility programs. Increasingly programs try to improve the intercultural learning of their students through internationalising their curriculum and assessing their intercultural experiences. The purpose of this research was to evaluate the acquisition of intercultural competence and professional skills of higher education students during a specific short Erasmus+... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

RETRACTED ARTICLE: Negotiating Cultural Values in Pesantren as Islamic Educational Institutions: A Case Study from Eastern Indonesia

Onok Yayang Pamungkas, Eko Suroso, Suhanah Suhanah, Novita Siswayanti, Adi Fathul Qohar, Titi...

73– 83

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1258

Abstract: This study examines the negotiation of cultural values in Lombok Islamic boarding schools through an intercultural perspective. Its main focus is to analyze how pesantren become an intercultural space for negotiating cultural diversity amid modernization, using Bourdieu's theory. A qualitative approach with critical ethnographic methods was used. Data were collected from 36 participants, in-depth interviews with key informants, and document... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

Developing Intercultural Competence in International Education: A Qualitative Study of Training Needs in Spanish SMEs

Marina AguarelesmBautista, Almudena Nevado-Llopis, Maria Luisa Sierra-Huedo

135-148

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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1266

Abstract: The international education sector requires professionals to collaborate daily with culturally diverse colleagues, clients, and partner institutions. While this diversity enriches organizational practice, it also generates recurring communication challenges that demand strong intercultural competence. In many Spanish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), however, such competence is developed informally, without systematic training or... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Diversity Contact: The Relationship of Positive and Negative Intergroup Contact with Assimilation and Multiculturalism

Petia Genkova, Henrik Schreiber

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1096

Abstract: The present study investigates how positive and negative intergroup contact experiences relate to attitudes toward multiculturalism and assimilation, and examines whether these relationships are mediated by intergroup anxiety, intergroup threat, and pro-diversity beliefs. A secondary analysis was conducted using cross-sectional survey data from a sample of German university students. Structural equation modeling was applied to test the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

How do Iranians and U.S. Citizens Perceive Each Other: A systematic Review

Ehsan Shahghasemi, D. Ray Heisey, Goudarz Mirani

1-13

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10.36923/jicc.v11i3.539

Abstract: Whenever we turn our TV news channel on, we are likely to hear about an Iran-U.S. conflict. Images of the leaders of these two countries intimidating each other can be seen in news channels all over the world. When we are talking about Iran-U.S. international relations, most people think of the political relations which this study takes as intergovernmental rather than international relations. In this study, as we are Iranian and U.S.... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Identifying and Resolving Conflicts Using Local Wisdom: A Qualitative Study

Jusmianti Garing, Winci Firdaus, Herianah Herianah, Muhammad Ridwan, Erniati Erniati, Satwiko...

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.156

Abstract: For a long time, Maluku civilization has been heterogeneous. It can be seen in differences in ethnicity, beliefs, language, and culture, creating conflicts. This research intends to identify and resolve conflicts utilizing local wisdom, particularly regional language, and cultural viewpoints. It is a descriptive qualitative study that adopts an ethnolinguistic perspective to analyze data. Data was collected through participatory observation... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Factors Influencing the Implementation of Tourism Culture: A Case Study

Marhanani Tri Astuti, Diyan Putranto, Iskandar Agung, Abdul Kadir Ahmad, Lisa'diyah...

106-119

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.164

Abstract: This paper aims to find out the problems of implementing a Tourism Village by analyzing the factors that influence it. The research was conducted at the tourist attraction of Mount Limestone Hot Springs in Ciseeng District, Bogor Regency, West Java Province, which has been around for a long time but has not been able to attract tourists. The research sample consisted of 140 members of the community living around the tourism object, taken... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Invisible Bridge: How Foreign Tourism Professionals Foster Bridging Social Capital in Japan

Renata Andrea Szabo

101-115

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1082

Abstract: This study investigates the role of foreign tourism professionals in Japan as key agents of bridging social capital within the tourism industry. These individuals serve as cultural mediators, interpreting Japanese traditions, social norms, and practices for international audiences while facilitating connections between local communities and global visitors. The research adopts a participatory observation approach, in which the author... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication Organizational Culture

The African Union Commission’s Multinational Ebola Campaign Informed by and against the Decision-Making Model for Localization

Toluwani Oloke, Sarab Kochhar

1-12

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10.36923/jicc.v18i3.766

Abstract: This qualitative study documents and analyzes the 2014 African Union’s (AU) Ebola campaign in three countries (Liberia, Guinea, Sierra Leone) against the Decision-Making model for Localization. The paper looks at this case study using the localization model. Global public relations and communications management theories need theory building to study and explicate multinational phenomena. The case study is developed with interviews, news... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

News Media Coverage of The South African BRICS Summit Through Indigenous Languages: A Framing Analysis of SABC Mafhungo X Account

Fulufhelo Oscar Makananise

17-28

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1006

Abstract: For several decades, the use of the internet to frame stories has posed significant challenges for conventional media houses globally, including in South Africa. Moreover, what remains largely unexplored is the impact of using Indigenous languages to cover international events on social media platforms in South Africa. To address this research gap, this study examines the framing strategies employed by the South African Broadcasting... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Perceived challenges living and integrating into Finnish society: A study among immigrants in Finland

Elvis Nshom, Shomaila Sadaf, Ilkhom Khalimzoda

31-42

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10.36923/jicc.v22i3.82

Abstract: The number of immigrants living in Finland has significantly increased since the 1990s. It can be challenging to live and integrate into a new society. This study explores the challenges immigrants face living and integrating into Finnish society. Drawing on data collected from 103 immigrants living in Finland, this study shows that the challenges immigrants face integrating into Finnish society can be classified into four main categories:... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Reaction Profiles by Americans, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese on ‘Skeletons in the Family Closet’ Topics

Charles McHugh

1-13

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10.36923/jicc.v1i1.355

Abstract: Americans, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese ( N =250) rated 57 random proposed conversation topics on a five-point scale (i.e., very good, good, neutral, bad, very bad) to a same-culture, same-sex school friend. Five factors emerge and are characterized as: Familial Biographical Data , Skeletons in the Family Closet , Small Talk Topics , Personal Information Topics , and Intimate Relations Topics . For the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Re-examining Intercultural Competence in Mainland China through Actor-Network Theory

Yingying Ye

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1194

Abstract: This study advances a re-conceptualization of intercultural competence as an emergent, relational practice constituted within dynamic networks of interaction. Employing a conceptual methodology informed by Actor-Network Theory (ANT), it proposes a perspective that considers both human and non-human actors/actants, including technological artifacts, semiotic and linguistic resources, institutional structures, and spatial-material... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Unveiling Discursive Strategies and Ideologies: A Critical Analysis of Migration Discourse in Turkish Newspapers

Awham Rashid Mohammed

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.848

Abstract: The portrayal of migrants in the media is frequently shaped by a variety of discursive strategies aimed at influencing public perception. This study examines the discursive strategies employed by two prominent Turkish newspapers, Daily Sabah and Duvar , and the underlying ideologies that drive the selection and utilization of such strategies. The theoretical framework guiding this study draws upon Reisigl’s (2017) model, providing a... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Elements of Spiritual Leadership and its Relations to Leadership Communication in Imran Khan’s Speeches at International Forums

Muhammad Zammad Aslam, Norhafezah Yusof, Mohd. Khairie Ahmad

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.250

Abstract: The study employs Western spiritual leadership theories yet is supposed to be from an Asian-Pakistani perspective. Associating Imran Khan’s (IK) political communication with these spiritual leadership theories would transform them into the eastern-cum-Asian context. IK and other world leaders may communicate distinctively in public interaction. Because political/religious leaders in Pakistan frequently utilise religious references in their... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Avatars R Us? Discourses of Community and Embodiment in Intercultural Cyberspace

Paul McIlvenny

1-11

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10.36923/jicc.v1i1.356

Abstract: This paper examines the recent emergence of visions of globalised virtual communities who inhabit graphical versions of cyberspace implemented on the Internet. Often it is claimed that geography, nationality, 'race' and gender (are) no longer matter in these novel domains. In regard to the contemporary debates over the nature of intercultural communication, the paper considers how human communication is envisaged in these so-called... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Culture To Culturing. Re-imagining Our Understanding Of Intercultural Relations

Amardo Rodriguez

1-10

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10.36923/jicc.v3i1.384

Abstract: In this paper I explore the notion that human beings are culturing beings. I contend that the world’s infinite ambiguity is constantly pushing us to construct new and different ways of being and understanding the world. I also argue that verbing our understanding of culture enlarges our understanding of what being human means and, moreover, expands moral action by locating our humanity within a world with an inherent moral... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Assessing Intercultural Competence: The Case of EFL Pre-Service Teachers in The Mexican Context

Elizabeth Margarita Hernández-López , Patricia Núñez-Mercado, Lilia Sulema Bórquez-Morales

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.974

Abstract: This research explores the intercultural competence of Mexican pre-service English language teachers, focusing on the dimensions of attitude, knowledge, skills of interpreting and relating, skills of discovery and interaction, and critical cultural awareness. Using a comprehensive model of intercultural competence as a theoretical framework, the study adapted a self-report questionnaire to assess these dimensions within a non-multicultural... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Cross-Cultural Adaptation and the Performance of Sino-Indonesian Joint Ventures: An Empirical Study

Bing CHI, Xiang Gao

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.972

Abstract: China has emerged as Indonesia's largest trading partner, creating new opportunities for bilateral economic cooperation. However, challenges related to cultural differences in joint ventures have become increasingly important. Improving cross-cultural adaptability and joint venture performance is crucial to strengthen collaboration and exchange. This study aims to explain the theory of cross-cultural adaptation in joint ventures, establishing... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Headlines and Hegemony: Unraveling Ideological Narratives in Arab and Western Media's Portrayal of Arab Women

Bushra Sabah, Azianura Hani Shaari, Ashinida Aladdin

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.315

Abstract: This study investigates the ideologies and strategies used in the news discourse on Arab women. Initially, it aims to analyze the macro strategies and then highlights the micro strategies used to achieve the macro strategies proposed by van Dijk. It also identifies the ideologies of the selected newspapers regarding Arab women. Four newspapers were selected: the Washington Post, Daily Mail, Arab newspaper, and Gulf Times. The findings reveal... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Globalisation or Glocalisation? Intercultural.....

Superficial Causes of AUM Theory Affect Uncertainty and Anxiety among Students in a High-Context Culture

Hui Wen Sun, Norliana Hashim, Jen Sern Tham , Rosmiza Bidin , Zhenyi Li

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.235

Abstract: International students in Malaysian universities face uncertainty and anxiety toward a multi-new culture, a must-encountered cultural shock. This study investigated the relationship between superficial causes of AUM theory and uncertainty and anxiety in a high-context culture. In this study, 388 international students from different faculties were chosen through a method called stratified random sampling, which sampled two public universities... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Semiotic Analysis of Sundanese Culture Spells: Exploring Its Discursive Level and Cultural Connotation

Tatan Tawami, Lia Maulia Indrayani, Cece Sobarna, Susi Yuliawati

154-161

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.515

Abstract: This paper presents a semiotic analysis focusing on the discursive level. This study investigates the figurative components, syntactical/grammatical features, and enunciative components of the signs embedded in Sundanese cultural spells, specifically Asihan Leugeut teuerup. A qualitative descriptive method was implemented to unveil the meanings and interpretations presented in the spells. The study discovered that: (1) the sign reference,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Charting the Course: A Bibliometric Analysis of Emerging Trends in Communication and Resilience Research

Iis Mardiansyah, Sumardjo Sumardjo, Sarwititi Sarwoprasodjo, Tin Herawati

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.916

Abstract: This study conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of the literature on Communication and Resilience from 1998 to 2023. This study explores research dynamics, publication growth, and emerging trends, with a focus on international collaboration and geographic distribution. The main objective of this research is to provide a holistic view of the evolution and future direction of the field of communication and resilience research, as... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Use of Taboo Language in Tshivenḓa: Cultural Restrictions, Social Implications, and Changing Perspective

Mudau Mbulaheni

167-189

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10.36923/jicc.vi.1148

Abstract: This study examines the use and perception of taboo language in Tshivenḓa-speaking communities, with a focus on how cultural norms, social expectations, and digital communication shape linguistic behaviour. The aim is to explore the social and generational dynamics influencing taboo expressions, particularly in the context of evolving communication norms brought about by modernisation and social media. Rooted in Sociolinguistic Theory, the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Merging Cultures in International Mergers and Acquisition - A Case Study of Lenovo’s Acquisition of IBM PC Division

Muhammed Abdulai, Hadi Ibrahim

1-15

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10.36923/jicc.v16i2.715

Abstract: This article investigates how the leadership of Lenovo and IBM PC Division integrated their corporate cultures after Lenovo’s acquisition of IBM PC Division. The study identified some post-acquisition cultural integration challenges between Lenovo and IBM PC Division such as: Language and communication differences, power distance, different leadership and managerial styles and difficulties in socializing Lenovo’s corporate culture and IBN... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Colombians’ Sociocultural Representations of French and U.S. Citizens Delving into Intercultural Perceptions

José Aldemar Álvarez Valencia, Damien Le Gal

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10.36923/jicc.v19i3.787

Abstract: This study analyzes sociocultural representations about French and U.S. citizens. Drawing on a word association methodology, a thematic and semantic analysis was conducted on a corpus of 4000 words, obtained from surveys completed by 200 Colombians. Findings indicate that representations of U.S. citizens relate to white-Americans’ physical traits, consumerism, economic, and political power whereas the French -save for their personal hygiene-... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Social Interactions and Language Use in Multicultural Settings: An Exploratory Study of Personal Networks

María Paz Sandín Esteban, Núria Núñez Cano

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10.36923/jicc.v21i3.22

Abstract: This study tests the use of social network analysis in the diagnostics of personal communities as relational systems that affect how languages are learned. The egocentric approach of this methodology was applied to identifying the personal networks of adult immigrants attending a literacy program. The study is an exploratory and descriptive analysis with EgoNet software based on five cases. The results show small networks with few significant... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Delivering A Good Speech by Identifying the Interpersonal Meaning Found in Joe Biden’s Victory Speech: A Case on Systemic Functional Linguistics

Herman Herman, Nanda Saputra, Magdalena Ngongo, Endang Fatmawati

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10.36923/jicc.v22i3.77

Abstract: This research aims to classify the interpersonal meaning in Joe Biden’s victory speech. It is an interesting phenomenon because by revealing the interpersonal meaning, people can be assisted to be successful in communication. The researchers used a qualitative research design to answer the research question and chose content analysis since the results of data analysis were in descriptive phenomena, such as words, clauses, and utterances. The... [...] Read more

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Intercultural Competence of Social Service Professionals Working with Migrants: Voices from Poland

Anna Linka

121–134

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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1298

Abstract: Growing migration to Poland over the past decade has heightened the need for social service professionals to work effectively with culturally diverse populations. Although intercultural competence has been widely theorised in Western contexts, its application within Central and Eastern European institutional settings remains underexplored. This study seeks to examine how intercultural competence is understood and enacted by Polish social... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

Knowing Otherwise: Affective Actions In Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice

Nuntiya Doungphummes, Mark Vicars, Mathuros Tipayamongkholgul

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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1255

Abstract: Reflexivity, the critical self-examination of one’s role in the research process, has become increasingly central as researchers navigate positionality, power, and methodological bias when working across diverse sociocultural and linguistic contexts. Yet, intercultural research often overlooks the affective, relational, and embodied dimensions of collaboration that shape how knowledge is produced. This paper examines how transnational,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Journalistic Tactic and Intercultural Deficit: Post-publication Audience Engagement in a Finnish News Case Study

Ilkhom Khalimzoda, Shomaila Sadaf, Sanne van Oosten

131-144

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1025

Abstract: This study examines audience interaction under a Finnish news article on Facebook, scrutinizing the influence of clickbait headlines and their contribution to Intercultural divisions. Utilizing positioning theory and the concept of ‘othering,’ the research enriches our comprehension of media framing, post-publication gatekeeping, and audience conduct in the digital realm. The comment analysis indicates that the audience primarily reacts to... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Notion of Misunderstanding in Intercultural Communication

Volker Hinnenkamp

1-13

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10.36923/jicc.v1i1.350

Abstract: Misunderstanding (MU) is a central working category in Intercultural Communicaton (ICC) studies. Generally speaking, MUs have gained the role of a raison-d'être for studying ICC, in particular under the premise that the communication in question is between cultural others, thus transforming MU into intercultural MU. In other studies, conflicts, uncomfortable moments, and miscontextualization in terms of sociocultural knowledge become... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Intercultural Communication Through Hypermedia

Kaisu Korhonen

1-09

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10.36923/jicc.v1i1.353

Abstract: The objective of interculturally-oriented language teaching is intercultural competence. The theory of perspective transformation (Taylor 1994) provides a model for the learning of intercultural communication. When practicing, the cognitive, affective, and behavioral components of competence as well as students' stage of intercultural sensitivity must be paid attention to. The Culture General Assimilator (Brislin et al. 1986; 1996) is a... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Understanding Creativity: Role of Psychological...

Role of Leader-Member Exchange, Knowledge Hiding, Prosocial Motivation, And Impression Management Motivation for The Creative Potential of Employees

Ade Manadin, Aan Komariah, Diding Nurdin, Eka Prihatin, Asep Priatna, Nuphanudin Nuphanudin

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.280

Abstract: The main purpose of the research was to investigate whether employees who develop a high-quality leader-member exchange (LMX), do they also engage in knowledge exchange activities or they hide knowledge, and do their knowledge hiding affects creativity. Data for this investigation were collected from 413 subordinates and their respective 57 supervisors working in a pharmaceutical organisation operating in Jakarta, Indonesia. The collected... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication Linguistics and Language

Online Pravda’s Communicative Intentions Regarding the War in Ukraine: A CDA-Based Study of the Website’s Opinion Articles

Mohammed El-Astal, Abdulaziz Al-Mutawa

26-36

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.575

Abstract: This research paper, based on Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), aimed to uncover how the opinion articles published on Pravda.ru discursively depicted the war in Ukraine and the parties involved. To achieve this, two elements of CDA analysis, namely presupposition and structural opposition, were examined. The first element was scrutinized to determine how Pravda.ru depicted the war in Ukraine (RQ1), while the second element was analyzed to... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

WeChat Use And Cross-Cultural Adaptation of International Students In China: The Mediating Role of Social Self-Efficacy

Kai Zhang, Su-Hie Ting

56-67

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.967

Abstract: An increasing number of international students are pursuing studies in China and encounter challenges and uncertainty in a new foreign environment. Cross-cultural adaptation is influenced by social self-efficacy, social interaction, and WeChat use but little is known about the interaction of these three factors in influencing cross-cultural adaptation. The study examined the mediating role of social self-efficacy in the relationship between... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Revolutionizing EFL Instruction: Jordanian Teachers' Perspectives on Interactive Whiteboards for Word Identification Enhancement

Mohammad Husam Alhumsi

70-81

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.562

Abstract: This study investigates Jordanian EFL teachers' perspectives on the impact of Interactive Whiteboard (IWB) technology on word identification enhancement. Drawing on the theory of Multimedia Learning, the research aims to address a gap in the literature regarding EFL educators' perceptions of using IWBs to improve word identification skills. A cross-sectional survey was administered to 124 Jordanian EFL teachers, and data were analyzed using... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Reducing Ethnocultural Bias in Assessing Students’ Intercultural Competence: An Emic-Etic Approach

Susan Goldstein

18-29

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1069

Abstract: Intercultural competence (ICC) is now widely recognized as essential to living and working in an increasingly globalized and multicultural world. As a result, considerable attention and resources are devoted to programs for enhancing and assessing ICC, particularly within post-secondary institutions. Concomitantly, these efforts have spurred a massive increase in the volume of publications focused on fostering students’ ICC. Yet, recently,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Is Culture Something We Have or Something We Do? From Descriptive Essentialist to Dynamic Intercultural Constructivist Communication

Øyvind Dahl

1-10

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10.36923/jicc.v14i3.678

Abstract: The descriptive understanding of culture is essentialist. One assumes that a group of people share values, codes and norms. Culture is according to this understanding something people have. People belong to this or that culture, and once one has learned the cultural codes one may predict how people behave. In the global world this understanding of culture has become more problematic. Cultures are mixed and more or less shared across the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Communication and Social Interaction across Cultures: The Case of a German and Ghanaian Educational Exchange Program

Abdul-Razak Kuyini Alhassan, Muhammed Abdulai, Hadi Ibrahim

1-15

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10.36923/jicc.v20i2.301

Abstract: Using a constructivist epistemology, this paper explores the cross-cultural learning experiences of exchange students from Hochschule Düsseldorf University of Applied Sciences in Germany and the University for Development Studies in Ghana. The findings reveal differences in the students’ commitment to agreements, tasks and time; while the German students have a high commitment to time awareness -- reporting to lectures and other... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Ambiguities of Intercultural Dialogue: Critical Perspectives on the European Union’s New Agenda for Culture

Hans Erik Näss

1-11

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10.36923/jicc.v10i2.502

Abstract: Throughout the last couple of decades various aspects of culture seems to affect the lives of European citizens more and more. As a reply the European Union (EU) in 2007 endorsed ' A European agenda for culture in a globalising world ’, evidently their first-ever strategy for culture. Zooming in on three areas – intercultural dialogue, culture as a catalyst to creativity, and culture as part of foreign relations – culture had for... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

"I’ve learned so much": befrienders’ experiences of befriending minority ethnic young people

Chris McVittie, Karen Goodall, Yvette Barr

1-10

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10.36923/jicc.v9i3.488

Abstract: Befriending is commonly regarded as a purposive form of relationship designed to benefit the befriendee. Little research has examined experiences of befrienders. We report findings from a study of the experiences of volunteer befrienders to children and young people from minority ethnic backgrounds. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 10 volunteers. Participants described benefits of the relationships, acceptance by befriendees’... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Language as a site of search for common ground and power positioning in Chinese-Finnish negotiation

Santa Stopniece

1-14

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10.36923/jicc.v19i1.777

Abstract: This paper explores some language-related aspects in investment negotiation between Finnish and Chinese partners, such as language choices, the role of interpreters, and overcoming misunderstandings. These are seen as sites of both search for common ground in terms of positive politeness (affiliation) and power positioning in terms of negative politeness (autonomy) (Brown and Levinson 1987). This study is based on data obtained by... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Intertextual borrowings in ideologically competing discourses:The case of the Middle East

Kawakib Momani, Muhammad A. Badarneh, Fathi Migdadi

1-13

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10.36923/jicc.v10i1.497

Abstract: This study examines ideologically driven intertextual borrowings in political discourse in light of political events related to the Middle East. Its primary concern is to explore the ideological struggle and power relations governing the production of political text. For this purpose, this study analyses a variety of texts on the Middle East in both Arabic and English. These texts are analyzed through a multi-dimensional approach of Critical... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Changing intercultural attitudes over time

Félix Neto

1-11

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10.36923/jicc.v6i2.428

Abstract: Diversity is increasing within the Europe, and in Portugal in particular, and higher education will likely play a key role in preparing people to function in this new environment. This study assessed the effectiveness of an Intercultural Relations course at changing student levels of attitudes towards diversity and feelings of self-worth. The results indicated that the course had a positive impact on the multicultural ideology and increased... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Problematic encounters between Chinese nationals and black South Africans in the building industry in Johannesburg, South Africa An intercultural communication analysis

Ganfu Yang

1-15

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10.36923/jicc.v19i1.772

Abstract: China’s increased engagement with South Africa presents serious challenges to Chinese construction companies because of allegations about unfair labour practices. This study aimed to identify cultural differences between black South Africans and Chinese and explore the roles of the differences in their problematic encounters in the building industry in Johannesburg. The study concluded that cultural dimensions should receive due consideration... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Complexity of Intercultural Communication in Cross-cultural Management

Hans Gullestrup

1-19

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10.36923/jicc.v3i2.386

Abstract: In this article an analytical frame model is presented, by means of which one can describe and understand the contents of important elements in an intercultural situation. The model accepts as fact that all individuals are affected by more than one culture at a time, even if by varying amounts, and introduces - for the purpose of being able to cope with this - the concepts of 'Cultural Categories' and 'Cultural Hierarchies'. In order to be... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies Intercultural Communication

“The Chinese Will Not Change; We Have To Change” Adjustment of the Finns to the Chinese in a Chinese Investment Facilitation Context

Santa Stopniece

1-14

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10.36923/jicc.v17i2.742

Abstract: This paper explores the intercultural communication, cultural adjustment strategies and power relations between Finnish and Chinese representatives in the context of Chinese investment facilitation in Finland. The study is mostly based on interviews of individuals who work either for one of Finland’s state agencies tasked with attracting investment or local government. When analyzing aspects of power, the paper’s theoretical basis is the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Language use in Norwegian-Ukrainian multilingual couples

Liudmyla Beraud

1-12

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10.36923/jicc.v16i3.723

Abstract: As a result of globalization, interpersonal relations are now being constructed across borders, cultures, and languages. Concurrent with this trend runs the emergence of English as the lingua franca. In the present study, the patterns of language use are examined in Norwegian-Ukrainian multilingual couples residing in Norway. The overarching objective of the project was to explore how these couples create their private lingua... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies Intercultural Communication

The Green ASEAN Culture Festival as a Strategic Educational Instrument for Enhancing Intercultural Communicative Competence

Ika Merdekawati Kusmayadi, Rinda Aunillah Sirait, Rully Khairul Anwar

93-103

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1185

Abstract: This study investigates the implementation of cross-cultural communication through the Green ASEAN Culture Festival at Universitas Padjadjaran, positioning it as a strategic pedagogical tool for fostering intercultural competence in higher education. Employing a qualitative case study design, the research integrates data from 15 semi-structured interviews with student organizers and performers representing five academic programs, as well as... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies Gender Studies

Analysis of Gender Discourse Bias and Gender Discrimination in Social Media: A Case Study of the TikTok Platform

Qingxia Yin, Karmilah Binti Binti Abdullah

93-102

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.802

Abstract: In the contemporary landscape of new media, social media platforms, particularly exemplified by TikTok, offer female users accessible and cost-effective means for self-expression and communication. However, this study reveals that such platforms, despite their apparent openness and liberality, have not effectively challenged or changed the persistent and deep-rooted issue of gender discrimination that women face. This research adopts a... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Effects of Covid-19 Cultural Change on Employee Performance: A Cross-Sectional Study in Jakarta, Indonesia

Christian Wiradendi Wolor, Rizki Firdausi Rachma Dania, Suherdi Suherdi, Akhmad Nurkhin,...

1-13

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10.36923/jicc.v22i4.42

Abstract: This study aims to determine changes in employee performance after Covid 19 slowly began to change from a pandemic to an endemic regarding compassion, employee involvement, job satisfaction, and commitment. The sample used in this study was 200 employees working in the Jakarta area. The research data was collected through a questionnaire distributed in a Google Form. The sampling technique used the Non-Probability Sampling Analysis Model with... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Language Learning And Peace: Does Multilingual Experience Contribute To Reducing Nationalistic Sentiments? A Structural Equation Model And Fuzzy Set Analysis

Yuzhe Gary Sun, Susanne M Reiterer

72-88

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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1251

Abstract: Amid the resurgence of exclusionary nationalism and intercultural tensions, understanding how linguistic diversity shapes social attitudes has become increasingly vital. This study investigates how multilingual experience influences nationalism-related affective orientations among Chinese participants, focusing on the ways in which multilingual exposure interacts with mental aggression and intercultural communicative attitudes to shape... [...] Read more

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The Significance of Postcolonial Studies for The Cognitive, Socio-Affective, And Procedural Objectives In Multicultural Foreign Language Teaching

Volker Raddatz

100-108

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.561

Abstract: The study of postcolonial literature and culture corresponds with recent developments in the didactics of foreign language teaching at the advanced secondary school level and, for that matter, at the university level as well. This article aims to highlight three significant interfaces connecting postcolonial and didactic discourse. Firstly, the challenge posed by the "center" to the "periphery" implies a radical change in perspective and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Implementation of Cultural Values of Traditional Houses in Learning

Malkisedek Taneo, Aleksius Madu

14-27

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.157

Abstract: This study aims to the identification of cultural values contained in the Mbaru Niang traditional house as a guide in the life of the Wae Rebo community, which can be applied to learning. The methods of this research are qualitative, using an ethnographic approach, which can be applied in learning so that an in-depth description and analysis of cultural values is obtained. Data collection by interview guidelines, observation, and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

A Comparative Study of the Lexical Ambiguity of Arabic, English, and French in Natural Language Processing

Bahia Zemni, Mimouna Zitouni, Farouk Bouhadiba, Mashael Almutairi

203-212

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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.171

Abstract: Ambiguity in some syntactic structures of the same language has always posed problems to the human translator and to machine translation. These problems become more complex for the Machine Translation of genetically unrelated languages such as Arabic, English and French. Arabic Lexical ambiguity in Natural Language Processing (NLP) also poses problems when the semantic fields of Arabic words differ from those of English for instance. This... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

When East Meets West: Polish Business Communication from a Cross-Cultural Perspective

Hanna Bulawka, Joanna Molek, Julita Wozniak

97-108

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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.188

Abstract: This paper investigates how foreign nationals living and working in Poland evaluate Polish colleagues’ communication in English and its effectiveness in international business. It identifies features of linguistic behaviour attributed to Polish business interactions. Five dimensions of cultural variability (directness, emotionality, power distance, confrontation, critical evaluation) are used as benchmarks and offer an observational framework... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Process of Inclusion of Students From Ethnic Communities In Conventional University Education

River Chávez Santos, Yuri Reina Marín, Angelica María Carrasco Rituay, Einstein Sánchez Bardales,...

97-114

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.920

Abstract: This study aimed to analyze the inclusion process for students from the Awajún and Wampis ethnic communities within conventional university education in Peru. A case study design with an interpretative qualitative approach was employed. Data were collected using semi-structured, in-depth interviews with five students—three from the Awajún community and two from the Wampis community—selected through convenience sampling. Additionally, two life... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Communication in International Humanitarian Relief: Profiling Ukrainian Boundary Spanners

Yana Diachkova, Sofiya Nikolaeva, Katherine Guertler

98-106

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1019

Abstract: Boundary spanning—the actions and roles individuals or organizations undertake to bridge differences and facilitate communication, collaboration, and understanding across diverse cultural, organizational, or geographical divisions—is an essential element of international cooperation. Set against the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war, The purpose of this study is to explore the type of boundary spanning in this uncertain context, the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Organizational Culture

Cross-Cultural Career Paths: Analyzing Traditional and Boundaryless Orientations Among Expatriates in Saudi Arabia's Banking Sector

Saeed T. Alshahrani

104-118

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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.887

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate differences in dominant career orientations between self-initiated expatriates (SIEs) and company-assigned expatriates (AEs). Schein’s career model provides a theoretical framework to investigate differences in career preferences and orientations between SIEs and AEs. This paper builds career constructs by dividing the eight career anchors into two groups (boundaryless and traditional-oriented anchors). The... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

A Contemporary Adaptation of Shakespeare’s Plays in Al Bassam’s The Arab Shakespeare Trilogy

Muawiyah Yassin Bani Yassin, Nasaybah Awajan

45-56

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1017

Abstract: This study examines Sulayman Al Bassam’s adaptations of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Richard III, and Twelfth Night, analyzing how his reworkings critique political leadership in the contemporary Arab world and deconstruct the Western discourse on Islamic terrorism. Al Bassam utilizes the disruptive elements in Shakespeare’s original works to engage with issues of religious extremism, Western opportunism, and authoritarianism in Arab/Muslim... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Political Campaign Ethics on Twitter Based on Local Ethnic in Indonesia

Syukri Syukri, Dadang Hidayat, Atwar Bajari, Hafied Cangara

109-116

Abstract Views : 1337

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.130

Abstract: The purpose of the study is to examine opportunities in terms of the ethics of political campaigns based on the philosophy of local ethnic Bugis during the 2018 election of the Governor of South Sulawesi on Twitter. The study used a quantitative research design using a survey method. In the study, descriptive content analysis was applied to define the narrative of political campaign ethics based on Bugis's Philosophy on Twitter. The research... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Green Entrepreneurship Based On Local Characteristics and Culture To Support Sustainable Eco-Tourism: A Case Study

Rahmawati, Handayani, Suprapti, Airawaty, Lyna Latifah

66-75

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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.71

Abstract: The research problem is that West Nusa Tenggara lacks the local characteristics to support sustainable eco-tourism and culture. The case study of the quantitative descriptive method was used to describe the motivation behind the establishment of sustainable eco-tourism, the evaluation of triple helix support factors (government, academia, and green product business actors) in the development of the ecotourism, evaluation of internal factors... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies Intercultural Communication

Cybercrime and Harassment: The Impact of Blackmailing on Jordanian Society as a Case Study

Hanene Lahiani, Prof. Mohammad Salman Al-Khaza’leh

117-123

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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.99

Abstract: This study aims to uncover the relationship between two cybercrimes, harassment and blackmailing, as well as their impact on Jordanian society. The study population included 90 prosecutors working in Jordanian courts. The researchers used the relational method in the second half of the academic year 2020. According to Jordanian prosecutors, the rate of cybercrime harassment is average, whereas that of blackmail is high. The findings also show... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Gender Studies

Teacher Educators’ Perceptions of Factors Influencing Gender Mainstreaming Implementation in University Teaching 30 Years after Beijing

Cristina Miralles-Cardona, Esther Chiner, Renáta Tichá, José M. Esteve-Faubel, Brian H. Abery,...

29-44

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10.36923/jicc.v25i1.1005

Abstract: This study explores the perceptions of teacher educators at a public higher education institution in Alicante, Spain, regarding the implementation of gender mainstreaming (GM) in university teaching. Addressing a historically under-researched area, the research examines the impact of GM policies on teacher education programs and identifies barriers to the effective integration of a gender-responsive approach. Using qualitative methods,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The social neuroscience of persuasion approach to the religious intercultural communication: A conceptual evidence from Sidhwa’s novel ‘An American Brat’

Muhammad Zammad Aslam, Ahmad Alsharairi, Sami Hussein Hakeem Barzani, Rasha Alyaqoub, Norhafezah...

1-11

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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.629

Abstract: The study aims to understand the influence of religio-cultural right-wing persuasion in intercultural communication, as exhibited in a novel representing Pakistani national culture and Parsee minority culture. The methodology involves directed qualitative content analysis of Bapsi Sidhwa’s novel “An American Brat,” using a conceptual model/framework adapting/extracting coding protocol from Morin and Renvoisé’s model to analyze communication... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Communication in product development in an alliance setting

Sten Jönsson, Anders Edström, Urban Ask

1-15

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10.36923/jicc.v1i1.351

Abstract: This paper deals with communication across functional and cultural borders in product development in an alliance context. It shows how the multiple levels of co-ordination in an alliance increase complexity. Product development takes place in meetings in a nexus of meetings. Communication is studied by the use of video. Sequences from such recordings are played back to participants who assist in the interpretation of communicative situations.... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication Intercultural Communication

Incorporating Islamic Values Through Arabic Redubbing of the Animated Television Series "Detective Conan"

Linda S. Al-Abbas, Ahmad S Haider

41-56

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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.186

Abstract: Among the animated series that became very popular and witnessed tremendous success in the Arab world is the Japanese Detective Conan, which was first dubbed in 1998 and redubbed in 2013 to convey Islamic values. However, the re-dub did not attract wide viewership and remained infamous among the Arabic anime community. This study is an attempt to investigate the differences between the two versions with a particular emphasis on technical... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Linguistic and Semiotic Analysis of Memes with English and Arabic Humor Captions

Juhaina Maan Al-Issawi, Wajed Al Ahmad, Nasaybah Walid Awajan

115-133

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.962

Abstract: This study aimed to examine memes from a linguistic and cultural perspective, focusing on humor expressed through English and Arabic captions in memes collected from Facebook and Instagram. Using a mixed-method approach that combined quantitative and qualitative methods, corpus linguistics was employed to collect 60 memes—30 Arabic and 30 English. The study sought to highlight the similarities and differences in the methods used to express... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

Global English versus local language during a sojourn abroad: A narrative study

Anna Szczepaniak-Kozak, Emilia Wąsikiewicz-Firlej, Hadrian Lankiewicz

53-63

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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.58

Abstract: This paper investigates the interplay between language and intercultural communication with a special focus on the importance of working knowledge of foreign languages other than English for a satisfactory experience during longer sojourns abroad. Its authors present a revised understanding of the role of lingua franca English and a local language (here Polish) in intercultural relationships, especially the crucial influence of local... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Cultural Application of Accounting and Economic Systems: An Islamic Perspective

Endah Susilowati, Erna Sulistyowati, Diyah Pujiati, Sari Andayani, Wandah Nur Aliyyah

66-74

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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.139

Abstract: The spirit of Islamic economics has recently developed in Indonesia, which is the context of this study evaluating the culture of using conventional accounting and economic systems. The objective of this study is to determine how the Islamic economy applies mainstream accounting and financial systems culturally. Our study explored the applicability of standard accounting and economic systems from an Islamic perspective. Initially, we gathered... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Education

Is Turnover Relationship to Performance Linear Or U-Inverted? A Systematic Literature Review

Diena Dwidienawati, Munawaroh Zainal, Dyah Gandasari

109-119

Abstract Views : 2449

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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.80

Abstract: Human resources and organizational culture are critical to the company's success. Employees who remain loyal to their employers will help the company grow with their knowledge and abilities in their field. Career stagnation, on the other hand, has drawbacks such as complacency, a lack of innovation, a lack of work culture, and a lack of diversity. The purpose of this study is to provide currently available studies related to turnover to see... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

International career aspirations: Can multicultural personality traits predict the interest in working abroad?

Ana Carballal-Broome, María-José Pinillos

11-21

Abstract Views : 3149

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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.35

Abstract: The business world is faced with the need to create new strategies in order to identify a global mentality and an international motivation in professionals who hardly work anymore in monocultural environments. This study investigates the characteristics of international career aspirations in order to identify multicultural personality traits that may predict interest in working abroad. An empirical research has been carried out with 243... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Representation of Human Struggle With Dwarfism In Ghanaian And Nigerian Movies

Maxwell Opoku, Lilian Frimpomaa, Ebenezer Mensah Gyimah, Cecilia Opoku

89-99

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10.36923/jicc.vi.1160

Abstract: Dwarfism is a rare genetic condition characterised by short stature. In many countries, including Ghana and Nigeria, anecdotal evidence indicates the employment of persons with dwarfism as actors and actresses in movies. However, there are limited studies on the experiences of persons with dwarfism within an African context. The current study attempted to fill this knowledge gap by exploring the portrayal of persons with dwarfism in African... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Organizational Culture

How Culture Is Communicatively Constituted In Intercultural Healthcare Organizations: Leadership Sensegiving, Knowledge Sharing, And Employee Innovation

Ahmad Adeel, Ghulam Hussain, Ahmad Aziz Sheikh

32-43

Abstract Views : 443

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1409

Abstract: Healthcare organisations are increasingly intercultural workplaces in which leadership, knowledge sharing, and innovation are shaped through ongoing communicative negotiation across cultural differences. However, much existing research treats culture as a static background condition and under-theorises how leadership communication constitutes organisational realities. Drawing on intercultural communication theory, the communicative... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Impoliteness strategies reported and issued on website reviews by clients of New York and Madrid social services centres

Rosa María Pacheco Baldó

1-10

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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.33

Abstract: This paper analyses the negative reviews that some users of social services in New York and Madrid posted on Google. The aim is to relate the impoliteness strategies that the users of these centres reported to have received or that they issued themselves with the cultural values of the groups they belong to. To achieve this, twenty American and Spanish centres were analysed, obtaining more than two hundred negative comments that,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Silent Signal: A Mirror Leadership and Intercultural Communication Beyond Strategic Boundaries

Muhammad Atif Bashir, Saeed Banihashemi, Muhammad Taimoor, Mohammad Fakhrul Islam, Katalin Szabó

115-130

Abstract Views : 304

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1328

Abstract: The post-pandemic work environment has intensified emotional strain, hybrid-work fatigue, and cognitive disengagement, making it increasingly difficult for leaders to sustain trust and authentic engagement in diverse, digitally disrupted teams. Existing leadership models emphasize cognition and behavior but overlook the real-time emotional, relational, and physiological processes that shape contemporary managerial dynamics. This study... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Organizational Culture

The Impact of Human Capital on a Company's Value: A Cross - Cultural Study

Amjad S. Al-Delawi, Manaf Raewf, Alaa S.Jameel

24-32

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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.53

Abstract: Human resource culture is the only attempt to determine the cost and value of the company's HR in terms of expenditures incurred through employment, social welfare culture, communication, training, development, and compensation. This study aims to look into the impact of human capital on a company's value. Using a purposive sampling method, both market capitalization and total assets were used to determine... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Digital Stress and Psychological Outcomes in Digital Natives and Digital Immigrants: A Systematic Literature Review

Yining Liu, Mohd. Khairie Ahmad

1-18

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1202

Abstract: This SLR was conducted in the field of digital communication in the specific context of intercultural communication. The main purpose of this SLR was to assess studies on psychological outcomes, anxiety, self-efficacy, and social media fatigue (SMF) among digital natives and digital immigrants who use social media and experience social media overload (SMO). Unlike meta-analyses, which statistically combine effect sizes, the present study was... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Women, Faith, and Power: Intercultural Tensions In Aceh’s Election Supervision

Ellisa Vikalista, Hardi Warsono, Rina Martini, Dewi Erowati

149-160

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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1294

Abstract: Legally, the law in Indonesia has regulated and mandated female representation of 30%, but in the Aceh election supervisory institution, the representation figure does not reach the threshold. Aceh, as a province that was given the privilege of Sharia autonomy, actually experienced a deficit of representation, not caused by theological reasons, but because of structural obstacles and institutional bias. This study aims to evaluate the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Cultural Practices as Drivers of Forest Preservation: An Ethnographic Study of the Tobelo Ethnic Group

Fairul Zabadi, Kaniah Kaniah, Purwaningsih Purwaningsih, Cahyo Pamungkas, Mujahid Taha, Sutejo...

49-60

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1127

Abstract: The Tobelo ethnic group in North Halmahera faces increasing deforestation driven by mining activities and illegal logging, despite their longstanding cultural traditions dedicated to forest preservation. This study aims to explore the forms of local wisdom that continue to guide the Tobelo community in sustainable forest management. Using a qualitative ethnographic approach, data were collected through field observations, in-depth interviews,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

A Cross-Cultural Analysis of Graduation in Editorials: Force and Focus in Saudi and American Persuasive Discourse

Mohammed Ahmed Mohammed Alzahrani

12-24

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10.36923/jicc.v26i2.1423

Abstract: This study presents a contrastive analysis of the Graduation subsystem within Appraisal Theory, examining the strategic deployment of Force and Focus resources in newspaper editorials from two sociocultural contexts: Saudi Arabia (Asharq Al-Awsat, Arabic) and the United States (The New York Times, English). While existing Appraisal research has largely emphasized Attitude and Engagement, the role of Graduation in shaping persuasive discourse... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

The Importance of Being Understood: Intercultural Communication in Social Professions as a Tightrope Walking

Sarah Ali Mohamed, Doris Lüken-Klaßen

110-120

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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1264

Abstract: Global migration continues to reshape demographic and societal landscapes, requiring close attention to refugee integration and the intercultural communication it demands. This study aims to understand how social professionals navigate intercultural encounters with refugee families in the context of family education and counselling. Using a qualitative longitudinal design, we conducted repeated expert interviews with professionals from 33... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Sustainable Digital Conservation of Local Performing Arts: A Model for Preservation, Innovation, and Audience Engagement

Long Cai, Ratanachote Thienmongkol, Ruethai Nimmoi

140-154

Abstract Views : 1159

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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1174

Abstract: This study aimed to investigate how digital technology integration, community participation, and innovation in performance formats influence the sustainable digital conservation of local performing arts, with a specific focus on Choy Li Fut martial arts. It also explored the mediating role of perceived authenticity and the moderating effect of digital literacy in enhancing preservation effectiveness and audience engagement. A quantitative... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

Interpersonal Intercultural Adaptation Orientations: A Qualitative Study of Engineering Professionals

Brent Jesiek, Samantha Lapka, Kris Acheson, Franki Kung

19-31

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1324

Abstract: Professionals in engineering and many other fields are often expected to work on global teams, setting the stage for frequent interpersonal interactions that span cultural boundaries. To further investigate the nature of such experiences, the findings presented in this paper are based on data collected via interviews and focus groups with 23 technical professionals who had varying levels of exposure to intercultural teamwork. Using an... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Positioning of “Self” and “Other” in the Intercultural Art Communication: a Case Study on Chinese Reverse Glass Painting

Luxi Zhang

132-147

Abstract Views : 727

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1076

Abstract: The distinction between the Self and the Other is a foundational concept across disciplines such as sociology, philosophy, cultural studies, anthropology, and psychology. This study examines the dynamic processes by which individuals position the Self and the Other in intercultural communication, with particular focus on how people interpret artistic works from unfamiliar cultures through processes of categorization and identity assignment.... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Education Intercultural Communication

Embracing Diversity in Multi-Racial Classrooms through Pedagogical Strategies

Kofi Nkonkonya Mpuangnan

202-217

Abstract Views : 1826

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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1075

Abstract: Creating inclusive and supportive learning environments has become critical concern in today’s diverse educational environment. In response, this study has examined the complexities of multi-racial classrooms. It focused on identifying key challenges and proposing actionable pedagogical interventions for educators. The study was grounded in Critical Race Theory which provides valuable lens for understanding and addressing challenges posed by... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

On The Social Use Of ‘Urban Ammani Arabic’ By Adult Female Speakers In The Amman Metropolitan Area

Marwan Jarrah, Nahed Emaish, Sukayna Ali , Ekab Al-shawashreh, Yousef Al-Jabali , Bashar Kasasbeh

23-37

Abstract Views : 1743

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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.946

Abstract: This article examines the significant phenomenon of the use of what we term "Urban Ammani Arabic" (UAA) by most adult female speakers in the Amman metropolitan area, particularly when this dialect differs from the one they acquire or use in their domestic environments. To explore this, 132 adult female speakers were selected to participate in both sociolinguistic and semi-structured interviews. These interviews aimed to uncover the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Interplay between Social Media and Cultural Adjustment: Analysis of the Subjective Well-Being, Social Support, and Social Media Use of Asian International Students in the U.S.

Ming Xie , Chin-Chung Chao

22-32

Abstract Views : 5405

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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.37

Abstract: This research focuses on social media use by Asian international students in the U.S. and its impacts on their subjective well-being, social support, and cultural adjustment. In-depth interviews were conducted with 17 international students from six Asian countries who are studying in a Midwestern University in the U.S. The research finds that social media helps to compensate Asian international students for the loss of social support and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

From Perceived Rise To Increased Visibility: Intercultural Communication And Visibility Regimes of School Bullying In Kazakhstan

Yermek Buribayev, Zhanna Khamzina

84-92

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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1377

Abstract: Recent public debates in Kazakhstan increasingly frame school bullying as a growing problem. This study examines how this perception of increase is produced and interpreted within a bilingual Kazakh–Russian communicative context. Drawing on a qualitative corpus collected in 2025—comprising 18 focus group discussions, 100 semi-structured expert interviews, and 154 pre-discussion questionnaires—the study traces communicative repertoires and... [...] Read more

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