Professor Darcy is an interdisciplinary mixed methods researcher with expertise in developing inclusive organisational approaches for diversity groups. His research has spanned a variety of contexts including sport, tourism, events, volunteers, transport, the built environment and disability services. Prof Darcy has published more than 100 research articles, book chapters and books; his seminal work on accessible tourism has paved the way for the global study of disability in the context of tourism, hospitality and events. His research and industry collaborations on accessible tourism have been recognised as outstanding through the World Leisure Organisation's Innovation Prize and the United Nations World Tourism Organization’s publications on best practice in 2015 and 2021. Professor Darcy is also a qualified environmental planner and access auditor who has used these skills in strategic planning and research to improve business practice of venues, major events, and through volunteer management research with the IOC and IPC. He is also a member of the Standards Australia’s revision of AS1428 Access and Mobility, and Standard Australia’s representative on the International Standard Organization’s development of ISO/DIS 21902 Tourism and Related Services – Accessible Tourism for All. Professor Darcy is actively involved in changing business, government and the not-for-profit sectors practice through implementing the outcomes of his research.