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Inger Johansen is a Lecturer in the Norwegian language section at Nord University, with dual affiliations to the Department of Language and Literature at NTNU and Sámi allaskuvla/Sámi University of Applied Sciences. Her research focuses on sociolinguistics, indigenous studies, and revitalization of the Southern Sami language. She investigates language policy, multilingualism, and the intersection of language identity among minority communities.
Key research themes include barriers to Southern Sami language use among youth, the role of 'language policing' in revitalization efforts, and the socio-cultural dynamics of minority language maintenance. Johansen's work emphasizes the importance of creating inclusive educational resources and language planning strategies tailored to diverse speaker groups.
Her publications analyze linguistic practices in revitalization contexts, language ideologies, and historical-political dimensions of Sami identity. While no awards are explicitly mentioned, her contributions highlight critical discourse around minority language legitimacy and cultural preservation.
Teaching and research activities span Northern Norway's multilingual educational landscapes, with a focus on integrating indigenous knowledge systems into institutional frameworks. She collaborates with both academic and community-based organizations to advance language revitalization initiatives.
