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Aminata Ceesay
Gambia College
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Phonological Variation and Social Stratification: Evidence from Urban Speech Communities Shaumiwaty Shaumiwaty; Nino Tsereteli; Aminata Ceesay
Journal of Humanities Research Sustainability Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jhrs.v3i1.3175

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Background. Phonological variation is a crucial aspect of sociolinguistics, reflecting social hierarchies, identities, and group affiliations within speech communities. Urban areas, characterized by diverse populations and socio-economic stratification, provide an ideal context for studying how phonological features correlate with social class, ethnicity, and other social variables. Understanding the relationship between phonological variation and social stratification offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics of language use in multicultural and urban settings. Purpose. This study aims to explore how phonological variation manifests in urban speech communities and its connection to social stratification. By examining specific phonological features and their distribution across different social groups, the research seeks to uncover patterns of linguistic differentiation and their relationship to social factors such as class, education, and ethnicity. Method. A mixed-methods approach is employed, combining quantitative acoustic analysis of speech samples with qualitative interviews from a range of socio-economic groups in an urban area. Data was collected from spontaneous conversations, interviews, and public speeches to ensure a broad representation of speech patterns. Results. The study reveals significant phonological variation across social strata, with certain phonetic features strongly correlating with higher social status and education levels. Variations in vowel and consonant pronunciation were notably influenced by social class and ethnic background. Conclusion. This research highlights the role of phonological variation in signaling social identity and reinforces the connection between language and social stratification in urban settings.
Assessing the Climate-Resilience of Small-Island Ecotourism A Social-Ecological Systems Approach to Coastal Vulnerability and Adaptive Governance Donny Juliandri Prihadi; Omar Jallow; Aminata Ceesay
Journal of Multidisciplinary Sustainability Asean Vol. 3 No. 5 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/ijmsa.v3i5.4519

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Background. Small-island ecotourism systems face increasing climate-related threats due to coastal vulnerability, ecosystem degradation, and dependence on fragile natural resources. The interaction between environmental pressures, community livelihoods, tourism activities, and governance capacity creates complex challenges for achieving long-term climate resilience. Purpose. This study aimed to assess the climate resilience of small-island ecotourism through a social-ecological systems approach by examining the relationships among coastal vulnerability, adaptive capacity, and governance mechanisms. Method. A mixed-methods research design was employed by integrating quantitative assessments of ecological, social, tourism, and governance indicators with qualitative analysis from stakeholder interviews and field observations. Results. The findings revealed that small-island ecotourism systems demonstrate moderate to high resilience, with social adaptation capacity and adaptive governance emerging as key drivers of resilience development. Ecological vulnerability, coastal ecosystem degradation, and tourism pressure remained major challenges affecting sustainability. Conclusion. The study concludes that climate resilience in small-island ecotourism requires integrated strategies combining ecosystem conservation, community participation, sustainable tourism management, and adaptive governance frameworks. The research contributes a comprehensive assessment model for understanding resilience dynamics and supporting evidence-based climate adaptation planning in vulnerable coastal destinations.
Co-Authors Donny Juliandri Prihadi Nino Tsereteli Omar Jallow Shaumiwaty Shaumiwaty