Translingual Practices and Neoliberal Policies

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The book critiques the intersection of multilingualism research and neoliberal policies, arguing for a clear distinction between differing language ideologies. It highlights the experiences of sub-Saharan African professionals in English-dominant workplaces who resist neoliberal expectations by employing alternative communicative practices rooted in critical dispositions. These practices, informed by a postcolonial language ideology, emphasize ethical interests and inclusive interactions, contrasting sharply with the profit-driven motivations of neoliberal agencies. The author illustrates how critical scholars and multilingual individuals engage with language diversity differently than neoliberal frameworks.