Tamara Young

Associate Professor Tamara Young is affiliated with the University of Newcastle through the Newcastle Business School and College of Human and Social Futures. She is a qualitative researcher in critical tourism studies, focusing on sustainable tourism futures and the intersection of travelling and travelled cultures.

Education:

• PhD, University of Newcastle
• Bachelor of Business, University of Newcastle
• Bachelor of Social Science (Honours), University of Newcastle

Research Interests revolve around sustainable tourism, Indigenous engagement, youth activism, and responsible tourism practices. She advocates for Indigenist approaches to tourism research and education, emphasizing community values and intercultural dialogue. Her work on Stockton’s cultural identity highlights the importance of place-based tourism.

Recent Publications analyze topics like Indigenous research frameworks, adventure tourism ethics, and community-driven sustainability, aligning with global Sustainable Development Goals.

Scientific Awards:

• 2024 Newcastle Tourism Industry Group Employee of the Year
• 2023 College Excellence Award for Work Integrated Learning
• 2021 College Excellence Award for Industry Engagement
• 2017 CAUTHE Fellows Commendation
• 2015 OLT Citation for Teaching Excellence
• 2010 Vice-Chancellor’s Research Excellence Award

Teaching Leadership includes co-developing the Bachelor of Tourism, Hospitality and Events program and co-leading the Newcastle International Hotel School. She integrates industry collaboration into her pedagogy, ensuring students engage with real-world problems and global challenges.

Grants highlight her involvement in projects like Hometown Holiday: Recovery and Resilience for the Newcastle Visitor Economy and Indigenist Tourism Research Framework, with funding from institutions such as the Newcastle City Council and Australia-Japan Foundation.