Call for Papers
Turkish Cultural Studies – June 2026 Special Issue on Interpreting Studies

Interpreting occupies a central position in bilingual and intercultural communication across a wide range of contexts, from everyday encounters to institutional interactions. In interpreting settings in Turkey, one of the working languages is predominantly Turkish, and these practices reflect the communicative, cultural, and social dynamics that emerge through the interaction of Turkish with other languages.
With this special issue, scheduled for publication in June 2026, we aim to bring together original studies that explore interpreting practices in Turkey across diverse genres and contexts. Adopting an interdisciplinary perspective on the linguistic, cultural, social, and semiotic dimensions of interpreting, these contributions will provide valuable insights not only for the field of Translation and Interpreting Studies but also for research on Turkish language, culture, and society.
In this regard, we invite national and international scholars, researchers, and professionals working in the field of interpreting to contribute to our June 2026 issue. Submissions may include theoretical or applied studies that examine how communicative processes, roles, and interpreting practices are shaped within interpreting settings in Turkey.
Suggested, though not exclusive, areas of research include the following themes; alternative approaches and topics will also be considered.

• Discourse structures and interactional strategies of Turkish in interpreting settings,
• Interpreting practices in public service domains such as courts, hospitals, and schools,
• Turkish-specific challenges and strategies in simultaneous and consecutive interpreting,
• Interpreting practices in the context of migration, minority communities, and multilingualism,
• Linguistic and cultural dimensions in interpreter training and education,
• Translation ethics and the impact of professional norms on interpreting practices in Turkey,
• Use of technology-assisted interpreting tools,
• The role of interpreters in social crises, disasters, and emergency situations.

Important Notes:
The deadline for submitting articles to the special issue is March 15, 2026.
The article's citation information, footnote system, and bibliography format will be prepared according to the article writing template available on our website.