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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
82-94
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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 Gender Studies

Women’s Empowerment Model Based on Cultural Literature to Realize Tourism Aware Villages in Sustainable Development

Rosramadhana Rosramadhana, Sudirman Sudirman, Zulaini Zulaini, Muhammad Iqbal, Milisi Sembiring
144-153
Abstract Views : 1798
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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.184

Abstract: The aim of this research is the theoretical development of cultural values to understand the unique human differences from the women's empowerment approach, implementing strengthening of the cultural literacy-based women's empowerment model in order to create a tourism-aware village in sustainable development. Employing a virtual ethnographic approach, the study involved an online search for digital literacy materials related to women's... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 16530
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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 Special Collections Understanding Creativity: Role of Psychological...

Linking Gender To Creativity: Role of Risk Taking and Support For Creativity Towards Creative Potential of Employees

Dini Turipanam Alamanda, Adel Ahmed, Dedy Achmad Kurniady, Agus Rahayu, Israr Ahmad, Nik Alif...
1-17
Abstract Views : 3515
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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.219

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to lay its prime focus on the support for creativity that defines the self-analysis of creative capabilities and potential among men and women. Benefitting from the cross-level interactionist perspective, social role theory, and role congruity theory, this research developed an integrated multilevel model to examine gender differences in risk-taking behavior and determine how the contextual factor of support for... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Gender Studies

Black Women’s Lived Experiences of Informal Street Trading in East London, South Africa

Thenjiwe Meyiwa, Madoda Cekiso, Thabisile Maphumulo, Mashudu C. Mashige
162-171
Abstract Views : 1499
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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.812

Abstract: The study sought to evaluate women’s lived experiences of informal street trading in East London with specific reference to the coping strategies they adopt and their challenges within the industry.   A qualitative method was used, adopting a case study design. Interviews were conducted with fourteen street trader women participants who were purposefully selected because of the artefacts they displayed for sale. Data collected through... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 934
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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 Cultural Studies

Respect For Race and Culture In a Modern Feminist Society: An Analysis of Beauty Product Advertising Messages on Instagram

Zinggara Hidayat, Amanda Lasha Budiman, Yudi Pratama, Shinta Mursiati Annisa, Desri F. N....
82-94
Abstract Views : 4493
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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.114

Abstract: This research aims to analyze how beauty brands communicate their messages through Instagram advertisements and determine whether Indonesian beauty standards have changed. This research uses a qualitative approach because it is still uncommon for a qualitative approach that analyzes how and why messages are formulated in beauty advertising. This research also uses a semiology analysis method to explore the meaning of communication messages... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections The Role of Artificial Intelligence...

Women in Society Through the Aspect of Language

Ezhilarasan Balamurali, Anandhan Hariharasudan, Merly Thaniel Gnanamuthu
107-112
Abstract Views : 7383
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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.149

Abstract: Our use of language conveys referential meanings and attitudes. The idea that women are unimportant to critical life issues that males handle first is the basis for " woman's la nguage". Women's marginalization and helplessness are mirrored in all the views they are required to talk about, and they are speaking. Speaking in a way that is not proper for women, avoiding expressing strong emotions, favouring expressions of uncertainty, and... [...] 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 : 1977
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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 Cultural Studies Intercultural Communication

Awajún Pottery, Gender, and Transformation: From Social Prestige to Market Logic

Alondra Oviedo, Alex Melendez, Stefany Zabarburu, Erick Abanto López
104-115
Abstract Views : 1713
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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1157

Abstract: Pottery making among the Awajún has historically been a feminine practice that intertwined technical expertise, symbolic prestige, and community legitimacy. In recent decades, however, this practice has been reshaped by market-oriented logics and "cultural rescue" initiatives that have altered its original meanings and social functions. This study explores how the transformation of traditional Awajún pottery, historically a ritual, feminine,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Rewriting Chinese Women through Western Eyes: A Postcolonial-Feminist Re-reading of Pearl S. Buck’s All Men Are Brothers

Zichen Zhao
83-92
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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1168

Abstract: This study examines Pearl S. Buck’s English translation of Shui Hu Zhuan (All Men Are Brothers) through a contextual, paratextual, and textual lens, with particular focus on her ideological positioning as a Western female translator depicting Chinese women. Grounded in postcolonial feminist theory, the research aims to explore how Buck’s bicultural identity and ideological stance influenced her translation choices, especially in the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Impact of Women Borrowers Culture on the Financial Efficiency of Microfinance Institutions in ASEAN-4 Countries

Eni Murdiati, Nurazilah Zainal, Achmad Syarifudin, Zuraidah Mohd Sanusi, Zahari Md Rodzi
25-32
Abstract Views : 1845
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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.96

Abstract: This paper examines the impact of women borrowers' culture on the financial efficiency of microfinance institutions (MFIs) between the years 2011 to 2019. The sample data consisted of 90 MFIs from ASEAN-4 countries. As the first stage analysis, data envelopment analysis (DEA) was employed to determine the score of financial efficiency for the MFIs. In the second stage, Multivariate Panel Regression Analysis were used to examine the impact of... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 4742
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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 Public Administration

The Importance of Participatory Communication in Development Planning Deliberations for Agritourism Village Enhancement

Adhi Iman Sulaiman, Slamet Rosyadi, Waluyo Handoko, Masrukin Masrukin, Dindy Darmawati Putri,...
144-160
Abstract Views : 5205
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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.246

Abstract: Previous research has focused on the implementation of Development Planning Deliberation (DPD) as a tool to improve development communication among stakeholders, but few have explored this issue in the context of democratization in rural economies. Success in DPD is often determined by the capacity and competence of human resources in the government sector, public service, administration, and socioeconomic empowerment. This study examines the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Forced-Migrant Women’s Intercultural Communicative Competency Development in German as a Second Language

Bohdana Heick (Labinska), Daniel Walter
1-11
Abstract Views : 704
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10.36923/jicc.v26i2.1420

Abstract: The development of Intercultural Communicative Competence (ICC) has become a central component of successful second language (L2) use and social participation for all L2 learners. This is especially relevant for minoritized groups and forced migrants (i.e., refugees), as the social spaces they navigate produce challenges that traditional L2 learners may not face, and the stakes for their ability to effectively communicate are extremely high,... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 4402
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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 Linguistics and Language

Embracing Global Voices: An Exploration of Thai Teachers’ Attitudes and Practices on Culturally Diverse ELT Materials in a Northern Thai University

Rutthaphak Huttayavilaiphan
11-23
Abstract Views : 2019
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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.813

Abstract: In recent times, the advancement of technology and globalization has significantly impacted educational practices worldwide, making teaching and learning increasingly complex and interconnected. In the field of English Language Teaching (ELT), these changes have challenged traditional approaches and necessitated the integration of more culturally diverse materials to reflect the global usage of English. Against this backdrop, this study aims... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Gender Studies

Experiences and Agency of South African Black Rural Women of KwaZulu-Natal Province, South Africa

Thenjiwe Meyiwa, Thabisile Maphumulo, Madoda Cekiso
Abstract Views : 0
10.36923/jicc.vi.1375

Abstract: This article seeks to highlight the experiences and agency of KwaZulu-Natal women through the theoretical lenses of African Feminism and the Sustainable Livelihoods Approach (SLA), foregrounding intersectional dynamics of gender, class, and rurality. The paper explores how rural women negotiate structural poverty, climate vulnerability, gender inequality, and socio-cultural constraints while exercising agency in livelihood strategies. Hence,... [...] 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
58-69
Abstract Views : 2665
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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 Intercultural Communication

Effect of Biographical Variables on Employees' Adaptation to Intercultural Communication in a University of Technology

Maria Mushaathoni
133-145
Abstract Views : 1569
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10.36923/jicc.v23i4.191

Abstract: Effective intercultural communication is one possible way of improving intercultural competency and ultimately assisting an organisation to achieve success. Employees from different cultural backgrounds are required to adapt and accommodate each other in intercultural communication interactions. Therefore, this article sought to establish the effects of biographical variables on employees at a university of technology. An online... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Wearing the Hijab: An argument for moderate selective acculturation of newly immigrated Arab-American women

Janet M. Roberts
1-16
Abstract Views : 521
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10.36923/jicc.v6i1.420

Abstract: The goal of this research is to examine how Arab women newly emigrated to the United States struggle to decide how to blend with or into the fabric of this country while still retaining their culture, language and religion in a manner that is comfortable and acceptable to them. All the interviewees were Arab/Muslim women from the countries of Iraq and Lebanon. The research also examines the conflict among Muslim women over the decision as to... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 1237
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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

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
Abstract Views : 2205
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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

Indigenous language preservation: A study of the Tshivenḓa speech community in South Africa

Phethani Progress Mudau, Itani Peter Mandende , Maria Mushaathoni
1-12
Abstract Views : 4521
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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.969

Abstract: This sociolinguistic study explored the significance of language preservation through the use of indigenous forms of address by the Vhavenḓa in South Africa.  Indigenous forms of address are integral to the language and cultural identity of a society. Furthermore, they are indispensable in the preservation of the language and culture of any society. Ignoring the use of these forms of address can lead to language shift or even extinction. This... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 3986
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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 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
Abstract Views : 2483
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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 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
Abstract Views : 3832
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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 Organizational Culture

Men and women in positions of responsibility - A qualitative analysis of organizational readiness in France and Finland

Flora Galy-Badenas, Stephen M. Croucher
1-11
Abstract Views : 493
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10.36923/jicc.v16i2.718

Abstract: This paper examines whether male and female managers hold different opinion on women in managerial and higher level positions, depending on their different cultural background. Furthermore, the paper deals with managers’ perception of organizational readiness to accept women in managerial positions. The paper is looking at this aspect from a cultural perspective, by comparing France to Finland. The research is based on 16 interviews, 9 from... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

“Verdant, Green, Lush:” Aboulela’s Depiction Of The Nile In River Spirit

Shireen H. Alkurdi, Yousef Abu Amrieh
161-169
Abstract Views : 1037
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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1293

Abstract: This paper aims to examine how the Arab-British novelist Leila Aboulela portrays the distinctive relationship between her protagonist, Akuany, and the Nile in her recent novel, River Spirit (2023), set during the Mahdist Revolution (1881–1898). This study employs the geocritical approach to examine the interaction between physical spaces and human experiences, highlighting how landscapes influence identity and memory. It analyzes the river... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 4163
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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

Understanding Intercultural Experiences of Chinese Graduate Students at U.S. Universities: Analysis of Cross-Cultural Dimensions

Elena V. Chudnovskaya, Diane M. Millette
1-12
Abstract Views : 6658
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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.81

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to analyze the experience of international graduate Chinese students in the U.S. The methodology included a focus group (n=8) and personal interviews (n=8) conducted at a southeastern university. This study revealed how international Chinese students dealt with differences in expectations for the classroom environment, excellence in schoolwork, and nonverbal norms during their time studying in the U.S. Gender... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Internet social networks: An escape from traditional Reality for Arab-Bedouin Youth in unfamiliar Villages

Aref abu-gweder
24-31
Abstract Views : 1105
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10.36923/jicc.v24i3.878

Abstract: The objective of this research is to explore the impact of social media networks on the daily experiences of Arab-Bedouin adolescents. The study is based on semi-structured interviews with of 30 male youths from unrecognized villages in 2023. The outcomes highlight the significance of social media networks as an indispensable communication tool for males within a traditional societal structure, particularly for establishing connections with... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Public Administration

An Intercultural Perspective on Subtitling Cultural Gaps for International Films: A Case of Fifteen Iranian Films

Saleh Sanatifar, Leelany Ayob
22-36
Abstract Views : 2998
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10.36923/jicc.v22i4.95

Abstract: Cultural products, particularly films, are considered tools for exporting and diffusing the culture of one society to another. Films selected for international festivals are a case in point. However, subtitling such films for an audience of other languages is a demanding task. This challenge may negatively impact the films' qualification, although they may technically and aesthetically be evaluated and ranked on top. The attraction of the... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 1641
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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 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
Abstract Views : 2290
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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 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
Abstract Views : 1379
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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 Organizational Culture

"He Will Take Care of our Security Better than Her" Examining Socio-Cultural Conceptions of Gender in Israeli and American Press Coverage of Female Candidates for Top Political Positions, 2008-2009

Gilad Greenwald, Sam Lehman-Wilzig
1-18
Abstract Views : 735
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10.36923/jicc.v17i3.744

Abstract: This study argues that distinct differences between two cultures and two political campaigns, may result in different press coverage of women running for leadership positions. To demonstrate this, we undertook a content analysis of Tzipi Livni’s and Hillary Clinton's 2008-2009 campaigns in four Israeli and American popular and elite newspapers, examining coverage of nine gender-oriented media frameworks. We found that while the press in both... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Mot nini Tradition: Dialogue with Ancestors in Noemuti Village

Inosensius Mokos, Virienia Puspita
88-99
Abstract Views : 1453
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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.185

Abstract: This study aims to describe the dialogue with the ancestors in traditional events mot nini (burning candles), which is usually done by indigenous peoples in Noemuti Village, North Central Timor. The method that was used for this study is ethnographic analysis. The research used a qualitative research method by direct observation and interviews. The description of this study is also based on a realist ethnographic analysis. From the research... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 1463
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10.36923/jicc.v25i3.1148

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

Occidentalism Revisited: Insights from Contemporary Anglophone Arab Diasporic Literature

Ahmed Shalabi, Yousef Abu Amrieh
134-145
Abstract Views : 2029
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10.36923/jicc.v24i4.977

Abstract: Occidentalism has traditionally been regarded as a theoretical perspective through which the Arab “self” represents the Western “other.” Scholars who have made critical and insightful contributions to the development of the concept of Occidentalism within Arab literary traditions include Hasan Hanafi, Rasheed El-Enany, Zahia Smail Salhi, and most recently, Ahmed Shalabi and  Yousef Abu Amrieh. Shalabi and Abu Amrieh have proposed a new... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Chinese Intercultural Competence Scale and the External Factors of Spanish as a Foreign Language

Tzu Yiu Chen
43-55
Abstract Views : 3236
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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.240

Abstract: The current study aimed to assess the intercultural competence (IC) of Chinese students of Spanish as a foreign language (SFL) using Chen's (2019) Chinese Intercultural Competence Scale (CICS), as well as to investigate which external factors influence the acquisition of IC in the field of SFL. The quantitative data from the study show that the participants' IC level was neither high nor low. Their level of IC was affected by age, study... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 2935
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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 Cultural Studies

Identifying and Resolving Conflicts Using Local Wisdom: A Qualitative Study

Jusmianti Garing, Winci Firdaus, Herianah Herianah, Muhammad Ridwan, Erniati Erniati, Satwiko...
69-81
Abstract Views : 2763
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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 Intercultural Communication

Acculturation challenges that confront Sudanese former refugees in Australia

Aparna Girish Hebbani, Levi Obijiofor , Helen Bristed
1-15
Abstract Views : 729
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10.36923/jicc.v12i1.581

Abstract: This study investigated acculturation challenges that Sudanese former refugees faced as a consequence of settling in South-East Queensland, Australia.  A total of 28 females and 11 males participated in focus groups. The findings indicate that both women and men face acculturation issues relating to successful settlement.  The women were particularly challenged by low English language proficiency and parenting issues, while the men... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies Intercultural Communication

An Analysis of the Arabic-English Translation of Culture-Specific Items in Al Shehhi 'Uncle Sam & Myself'

Mohammed Zagood
13-24
Abstract Views : 5911
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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.138

Abstract: People speak different languages across the globe and belong to different cultures, but they still need to communicate. People of discrete cultures think differently and use various concepts and expressions across languages. Such differences appear in literature and are expressed through culture-specific items (CSIs). This study analyzes the CSIs in Al Shehhi’s أنا و العم سام /?na: wa l؟am sa:m/ (2016) and its English translation, ‘Uncle Sam... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Filipino Americans and the Glass Ceiling: A Quantitative Analysis of Cultural Adherence, Assertiveness, and Management

Abby Hamilton, Daniel G. J. Kuchinka
66-76
Abstract Views : 5682
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10.36923/jicc.v22i4.45

Abstract: With a sample of 473 Filipino Americans in 35 states in the United States, this quantitative study was designed to investigate factors which surround Filipino Americans’ glass ceiling challenges in attaining higher-level positions in the workplace. The investigation explored the related variables, including years of management experience, adherence to two dimensions of Filipino cultural values (interpersonal norms and conservatism), and... [...] 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 : 3312
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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 Special Collections Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice...

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

Anna Linka
121–134
Abstract Views : 1204
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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 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
Abstract Views : 2735
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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

Colonial Propaganda In The Belgian Congo Through Postage Stamps (1894–1960): A Quantitative Content Analysis

Antonio Prieto-Andrés, Cayetano Fernández-Romero, María Luisa Sierra
1-17
Abstract Views : 14672
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1084

Abstract: Despite extensive scholarship on colonial propaganda, the use of postage stamps as tools of imperial messaging remains underexplored. This study aims to examine how Belgium employed postage stamps to construct and disseminate propagandistic narratives about its African colony, the Belgian Congo. Using quantitative content analysis, the research analyses a corpus of 149 stamps issued between 1894 and 1960, tracing how visual themes evolved... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 3657
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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 Intercultural Communication

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

Elvis Nshom
146-154
Abstract Views : 1972
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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 Linguistics and Language Intercultural Communication

Do Gender And Major Affect Preparatory Year Students' Performance On English Tests Across Proficiency Levels?

Hamdallah Abdulkarim Alhusban, Shakul Tewari
88-100
Abstract Views : 3757
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1061

Abstract: This study investigates the influence of gender and academic major on student performance in two English language assessments—the English Placement Test (EPT), administered by the National Center for Assessment (NCA), and the Preparatory Year Program Tests (PYPT), conducted in-house at a Saudi university. The primary aim was to examine whether these demographic variables significantly affect English language proficiency during the Preparatory... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Effect of Counter-Narratives and Credibility of Sources on Emotional Response: A Study of Instagram and WhatsApp Followers

Septiawan Santana Kurnia, Zulfebriges Rahman Zul, Doddy Iskandar Cakranegara, Sandi Ibrahim...
161-173
Abstract Views : 2121
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10.36923/jicc.v24i1.170

Abstract: In times of crisis, outbreaks, or pandemics, the dissemination of accurate information by the government becomes paramount. This study investigates the efficacy of governmental counter-narratives in addressing misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically focussing on their impact on debunking various hoaxes. The study analyses the performance of the Jabar Saber Hoaks work unit, operated by the Regional Government of West Java... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Special Collections The Role of Artificial Intelligence...

Digitally Mediated Communication of Emojis By Visually Impaired Users: The Case of Sarcastic WhatsApp Messages

Fahad Alzahrani , Radwa Elshemy
58-65
Abstract Views : 2135
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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.187

Abstract: In today’s digital age, emojis have come to compensate for the nonverbal cues that speakers use to communicate their attitudes or emotions as they speak, and hence become an essential element of online communication. In the realm of WhatsApp, where written conversations with an immediacy level close to that of spoken are supported, an ironic or sarcastic message is likely to be misunderstood, as it involves decrypting a meaning that often... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 1882
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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 Cultural Studies

Role of Rocks in Defining the Characters in Isabella Hammad’s The Parisian (2019)

Nasaybah Awajan
82-92
Abstract Views : 1614
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10.36923/jicc.v24i2.544

Abstract: The current study looks at the metaphors for rocks in Isabella Hammad's novel The Parisian (2019 ). It seeks to demonstrate how Isabella Hammad employs rock analogies to describe and provide an understanding into her characters, Midhat, Jamil, and Fatima. Midhat, who studied abroad, has a hyphenated identity and is portrayed as a compromise—less resistant, delicate, and adaptable. The inverse of the properties of the rocks/stones. The other... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Public Administration

Environmental Impact on Relapse and Motivation Recovery Among Drug Addicts

Asbah Razali, Norhidayah Pauzi, Ravindaran A/L Maraya, Rosya Izyanie Shamshudeen, Nur Azah...
28-42
Abstract Views : 4221
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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.122

Abstract: Drug abuse has been proven to be a mental disorder because of the heavy intake of substances usage controlled by the environment. Environmental factors play a significant role in drug addiction and recovery. However, there is a knowledge gap regarding environmental factors contributing to relapse and hinder motivation for recovery among drug addicts in Malaysia. Therefore, the objective of this research is to find out the impact of the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

The Performance of Internal Quality Assurance of Community Learning Center during Covid-19 Outbreak

Entoh Tohani, Lutfi Wibawa, Iis Prasetyo
95-108
Abstract Views : 1783
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10.36923/jicc.v23i3.126

Abstract: Whilst the Covid-19 outbreak has deleteriously influenced the functioning of most organizations, Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) of Community Learning Centres (CLC) has an essential role in achieving stakeholder satisfaction. CLC shall carry out quality assurance independently in terms of establishing, fulfilling, evaluating, and developing educational standards that can guarantee the function of implementing educational programs and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication Cultural Studies

Audience Contradictions in the Negotiation of Controversial Cultural Media Content

Pilar Medina-Bravo, Miquel Rodrigo-Alsina, Frederic Guerrero-Solé
1-08
Abstract Views : 571
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10.36923/jicc.v18i2.760

Abstract: This paper analyses how people negotiate representations of other cultures in the media, in particular those traits that can be considered controversial in the sense of generating strong opinions and opposing stances. A news story about an Egyptian television channel run by Egyptian women journalists wearing the niqab (Maria TV) was used to stimulate debate in four focus groups. Although most of the participants initially criticized the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Communication

Minority Groups and Communication Apprehension An investigation of Kurdistan

Diyako Rahmani, Stephen M. Croucher
1-18
Abstract Views : 589
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10.36923/jicc.v17i1.732

Abstract: This study explores communication apprehension among the Iranian Kurdish minority group. Based on a sample of 157 self-administered surveys, the study investigates the relative communication apprehension (CA) score of Iranian Kurds and the influence of sex, age, and education on CA. Results revealed Kurds are relatively less apprehensive than many other cultures. It was also revealed that women have significantly higher levels of dyadic,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Cultural Studies

Sex Symbols - A Pilot Study Examining the Effects of a Content Analysis of Gendered Visual Imagery in Cross Cultural Road Signs

Laura Motel
1-19
Abstract Views : 543
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10.36923/jicc.v16i2.720

Abstract: Despite the general global consistency of road signs, the depicted human icons possess varying degrees and types of gender by country. This paper proposes that greater gender typing in road signs communicates greater inequality in a cultures’ attitude towards women. Leveraging theoretical concepts from semiotics and Bandura’s social cognitive theory, this pilot study creates and measures a visual gender scale and completes a content and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Linguistics and Language

English as a Lingua Franca in Public Health Care Services The Spanish Challenge

Sonia Oliver
1-10
Abstract Views : 550
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10.36923/jicc.v15i3.705

Abstract: Throughout the last few decades, English has become the lingua franca for professionals in many fields. However, within the framework of health services in Spain, English does not seem to work as the main vehicle of communication among providers and users. Therefore, the goal of this study is to shed light into how and why certain categorization of languages frequently emerge and circulate in public health institutions. In this sense, our... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Communication Experiences of Ugandan Immigrants during Acculturation to the United States A Preliminary Study

Samuel Muwanguzi, George W. Musambira
1-13
Abstract Views : 587
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10.36923/jicc.v12i3.608

Abstract: This study examined the communication experiences of a section of Ugandan immigrants during their acculturation process to the U.S. Kim’s theory of communication cultural adaptation was applied to identify the communication challenges and strategies used in the acculturation process. Ten women and twelve men were interviewed for the study. Four themes emerged: language, superiority and discrimination, self-promotion and aggressiveness, and... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Formation and Benefits of Intercultural Friendships: The Role of Communication

Marlene Kastner
26 - 40
Abstract Views : 5372
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10.36923/jicc.v21i3.19

Abstract: This qualitative study provides novel insights into exploring factors that influence intercultural friendship formation and friendship benefits, focusing on the role of communication. A research gap has been addressed by focusing on Muslim women who wear the hijab and exploring what factors had influenced their friendship formation with people from culturally different backgrounds and what impact the friendship had on the self. Findings... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

American University Students’ Apology Strategies: An Intercultural Analysis of the Effect of Gender

Ruba Fahmi Bataineh, Rula Fahmi Bataineh
1-17
Abstract Views : 613
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10.36923/jicc.v5i2.405

Abstract: This study aims at investigating potential gender effects in American university students’ use of apologies within the framework of the two-culture theory which claims that men and women are so different that they comprise strikingly different cultures. The researchers used a 10-item questionnaire based on Sugimoto’s (1997). The findings revealed that male and female respondents used the primary apology strategies of statement of remorse,... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

The Chinese and American Students and the Trolley Problem: A Cross-cultural Study

Sharaf Rehman, Joanna Dzionek-Kozłowsk
31-41
Abstract Views : 1162
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10.36923/jicc.v20i2.303

Abstract: People are routinely faced with making decisions. Some decisions are made quickly and easily while others may take reflection and research. Scholars in numerous disciplines such as behavioral economics, marketing, philosophy, psychology, and sociology have attempted to identify the variables that impact people’s ethical/moral choices in the decision-making process. Still, the question of whether people use their heads (rationale) or their... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

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

Paul McIlvenny
1-11
Abstract Views : 461
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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

Multicultural Synergy and Team Performance: The Mediating Role of Cultural Integration In Malaysian Universities

Kavitha Balakrishnan, Ajitha Angusamy, Hafizul Amin Ngatlia, Miza Izwanis Mangso, Krishnaveni...
44-61
Abstract Views : 993
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1286

Abstract: This study examines the relationship between team performance and subjective well-being in multicultural organizational contexts, and the mediating role of cultural integration in these relationships. Existing research highlights that understanding well-being is essential in enhancing team outcomes, yet limited studies have explored this link across diverse work settings. These findings support using well-being as a significant predictor when... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 4062
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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 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 : 985
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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 Intercultural Communication

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

Susan Goldstein
18-29
Abstract Views : 4417
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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

Navigating Digital Resilience: High-Skilled International Migrants’ WeChat Use During The 2022 COVID-19 Shanghai Lockdown

Diandian Huang, Bei Ju
131-141
Abstract Views : 524
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10.36923/jicc.v26i1.1417

Abstract: The enabling and constraining roles of social media in crises motivate a dynamic approach to examining digital resilience, inherent in the interplay between technological properties and enabling conditions. To expand the literature on how migrant groups navigate digital resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic, this study uses the concept of affordances as an analytical lens to examine how high-skilled international migrants in China used... [...] 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
Abstract Views : 5444
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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

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Representation of Human Struggle With Dwarfism In Ghanaian And Nigerian Movies

Maxwell Opoku, Lilian Frimpomaa, Ebenezer Mensah Gyimah, Cecilia Opoku
89-99
Abstract Views : 1405
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10.36923/jicc.v25i4.1160

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 Intercultural Communication

Evaluating Multicultural Educational Experiences and Intercultural Communication Competence in an Arab Context

Fahed Al-Sumait, Marta Tryzna , Mariam Alkazemi, Edward L. Boone
64-74
Abstract Views : 3847
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10.36923/jicc.v22i2.59

Abstract: As an expatriate-majority state with a diverse multicultural and multilingual environment, Kuwait offers a distinctive opportunity for examining intercultural communication competence (ICC). This study examines the extent to which cognitive, affective, and behavioral predispositions toward ICC are present within the context of higher education by examining multilingual student populations at three local universities. Using survey data from... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

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

Eila Isotalus
58-71
Abstract Views : 1173
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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 Intercultural Communication

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

Hanna Bulawka, Joanna Molek, Julita Wozniak
97-108
Abstract Views : 7504
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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

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Linguistic And Sociocultural Adaptability In The Emergency And Rescue Field

Dalal S. Almubayei
183-201
Abstract Views : 1205
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1136

Abstract: This study investigates Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in Kuwait, with a particular focus on the cultural awareness and communication adaptability of paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs). EMS professionals routinely engage with patients from diverse sociocultural, linguistic, and religious backgrounds, complexities that are further heightened by the urgent, high-pressure nature of emergency care. Given Kuwait’s unique... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Intercultural Communication

Integrating Intercultural Communication and Religious Tourism: A Phenomenology Study of Cultural Worship at Loang Baloq Tomb, Indonesia

Betty Tresnawaty, Enok Risdayah
116-131
Abstract Views : 2454
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10.36923/jicc.v25i2.1100

Abstract: This study explores the lived experiences of religious tourism and intercultural communication at the Loang Baloq Tomb in West Lombok, Indonesia—a sacred site where spiritual pilgrimage and local cultural practices converge. Using a phenomenological approach, the research investigates how visitors, caretakers, and community members interact, perform rituals, and make meaning within a shared sacred environment. Drawing on interviews with 25... [...] Read more

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A Stereotype in Jay Chou’s “Snake Dance” as a Cross-cultural Phenomenon in Contemporary Mandopop

Fan Li, Ow Wei Chow
33-40
Abstract Views : 3276
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10.36923/jicc.v23i2.148

Abstract: Certain typical elements of ancient Egyptian culture have already become particularly symbolically charged. Even today, this sort of fascination for ancient Egypt and its relevant things still exists. Many different showing examples about ancient Egyptian culture in a variety of domains around the world demonstrate people’s continued interest in it. This article discusses a song which was composed by Jay Chou, titled “Snake Dance”, and as a... [...] Read more

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Trend Research o Rural Broadcasting on Communication Science Based on Bibliometric Approach

Dian Wardiana Sjuchro
33-44
Abstract Views : 2901
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10.36923/jicc.v23i1.110

Abstract: Rural broadcasting is an important tool for providing development-focused messages to rural populations. Research on this topic is necessary for creating informed proposals for rural broadcasting legislation. According to a bibliometric study by Evangelos M. Pallis of Hellenic Mediterranean University, the most common sources of research on rural broadcasting are M/C Journal, IEEE Transactions on Broadcasting, and Media Culture & Society... [...] Read more

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Knowing Otherwise: Affective Actions In Intercultural Communication And Professional Practice

Nuntiya Doungphummes, Mark Vicars, Mathuros Tipayamongkholgul
101-109
Abstract Views : 1068
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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

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