E. (Erika) Darics, PhD

I am an advocate for transformative education. As a transdisciplinary scholar in applied linguistics, discourse and organizational studies, I explore how language creates and shapes social structures.

My teaching and research intersect around fostering inner development, self-awareness, and critical thinking — which I see as foundations for meaningful change. I am a recognised author, podcaster, educational innovator and academic leader: deeply committed to advancing knowledge and promoting sustainable futures through education and scholarship.

I conduct empirical linguistic-discourse analytical research, theorise and educate about language awareness and discourse consciousness. I am an experienced and passionate researcher-educator with a strong sense of responsibility to nurture a future generation of critical text consumers who are also ethical, responsible and empowered communicators.

I consult education institutions on transformative change (both internal and in their curricula), I promote the Inner Development Goals (IDGs) and design courses based on discourse analysis, often with a business/professional communication slant. I co-host the Words and Actions podcasts and am the proud co-author of the textbook Language in Business, Language at Work (current 2nd edition in press!)

Lead of CLADES - Critical Language Awareness, Democratic Engagement and Sustainability
Convenor of RESPONSUS, a research group focussing on the role of language and discourse in sustainability challenges
Chair of Programme Committee for Communication and Information Studies (2024-2025)
Co-host of Words and Actions podcast
Editorial board member: Discourse, Context & Media and Critical Approaches to Discourse Analysis across Disciplines (CADAAD journal)