About:
The Austrian Association for Legal Linguistics (AALL) invites submissions for an international interdisciplinary volume titled “Communicating Sustainability: Perspectives from International Law, Legal Linguistics, and Psychology”, to be published by Frank & Timme. This volume explores the intersection of legal communication, psychology, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on how legal narratives, public reception, and policymaking influence sustainability practices.
Eligibility:
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Researchers, scholars, and practitioners with expertise in law, legal linguistics, psychology, or interdisciplinary sustainability studies.
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Submissions must be original, unpublished, and not under review elsewhere.
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Abstracts of 250 words including title, theoretical background, research questions, and methodology.
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Include 4–5 keywords and key references.
Themes (non-exhaustive):
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Legal narratives and public perception of sustainability legislation
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Communication and popularization of SDGs
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Discourse analysis of sustainability policies
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Psychological and cognitive dimensions of sustainability communication
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Interdisciplinary evaluation of sustainability discourses
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Public engagement, advocacy, and transformative legal change
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Cross-cultural perspectives on sustainability
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Role of law and legal language in shaping sustainable behaviors
Author Contribution:
A contribution of €300 per submission is requested to support editing and production costs; waivers may be discussed if needed.
Key Dates:
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Submission of abstracts: 31 January 2026
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Acceptance notification: 15 March 2026
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First draft chapters: 31 October 2026
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Publication: Early 2027
How to Apply:
Submit abstracts along with full name(s) and affiliation(s) to: sustainabilitycom2025@gmail.com
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-profile, peer-reviewed interdisciplinary volume on sustainability, law, and legal communication.
Link to official notification-LINK
