Richard A. T. M. van Dijk

Richard A. T. M. van Dijk is a Dutch scholar known for his work in cognitive, social, and critical discourse studies. His research explores how language shapes our understanding of social power, inequality, and societal norms. Van Dijk analyzes media, political texts, and everyday conversations to reveal how language can influence perceptions and reinforce social hierarchies. His work helps us understand the relationship between communication, ideology, and social justice, emphasizing the importance of critical awareness in reading and producing texts.