Dr Elisabeth Carter

I am a criminologist and forensic linguist who works at the intersection of language and the law. I examine the interactional, ethical and social drivers manipulated by criminals, revealing the intricate balancing act between power and persuasion, credibility and vulnerability in fraud and financial abuse. My work provides insights that have real impact in policing and criminal justice strategy and practice, as well as highly effective cross-industry, cross-sector knowledge exchange to better protect individuals from harm from criminal communications, provide better aftercare for victims, dispel negative narratives around victims of fraud, and support victims in reporting criminal acts. (From her Kingston University page)