“The Future of Internal Communication: Voices, Technologies, and Sense of Belonging at Work”

Call for Papers – Special Issue: “The Future of Internal Communication: Voices, Technologies, and Sense of Belonging at Work”

Journal: Corporate Communications: An International Journal
Publisher: Emerald Publishing
Submission deadline: 01 June 2026

Overview

The rise of AI-mediated channels and the shift toward remote/hybrid work have fundamentally transformed internal communication. This special issue explores how organizations can leverage new technologies—such as AI chatbots, virtual assistants, and collaborative platforms—to foster trust, voice, and inclusion. Moving beyond traditional metrics of engagement, this issue seeks to examine how internal communication can function as a human-centered system that mediates identity and belonging in increasingly digitized workplaces, contributing directly to UN Sustainable Development Goals 3, 8, and 10.

Key Research Themes

• Technology & Voice: How digital tools enhance feedback loops, upward/downward communication, and the expression of new ideas.

• Belonging & Trust: The intersection of employee trust, organizational belonging, and inclusion in hybrid/online teams.

• Well-being & Ethics: How ethical AI implementation and internal communication practices improve psychological safety, fairness, and overall well-being.

• Digital Transformation: The role of AI and digital platforms in managing employee relationships and performance management.

• Methodological Innovation: New frameworks and approaches for studying internal communication in a technologically sophisticated era.

Submission Details

• Submission window: Open now – 01 June 2026.

• Submission portal: https://mc.manuscriptcentral.com/ccij

• Article Type: Select the special issue title from the dropdown menu during the submission process.

Guest Editors

• Dr. Ioannis Kostopoulos, Liverpool John Moores University, UK (i.kostopoulos@ljmu.ac.uk)

• Dr. Solon Magrizos, University of Birmingham, UK (s.magrizos@bham.ac.uk)

Why This Issue Matters

Despite the rapid integration of AI and digital tools into the workplace, there is limited research on how these technologies alter the relational fabric of organizational life. This issue provides a critical platform for bridging this gap, offering evidence-based insights into how organizations can cultivate a purposeful, inclusive culture while navigating the complexities of technological implementation.

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