Carmel Taddeo

Carmel Taddeo is a Senior Lecturer at UniSA Education Futures, University of South Australia. Her work focuses on bullying prevention, cyberbullying, mental health, and the role of social connectedness in youth wellbeing. She has contributed to numerous research initiatives and campaigns addressing online safety and social marketing strategies for young people.

Her research spans collaborations with institutions like the Young and Well Cooperative Research Centre, emphasizing participatory design and evidence-based interventions. Key areas include pre-service teacher training on bullying dynamics, legal frameworks around bullying, and digital ethics.

Dr. Taddeo has authored/co-authored over 20 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters since 2007, with recent work focusing on empowering educators and leveraging technology for positive youth outcomes. Her projects often involve co-creation with youth and industry partners to ensure relevance and impact.