Tarli Young

Dr Tarli Young is a Research Fellow in the Social Identity and Groups Network (SIGN) at the University of Queensland, specialising in wellbeing science and social identity interventions. Her work focuses on promoting thriving and flourishing in individuals and groups through innovative, evidence-based approaches.

With expertise in social connection, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and positive psychology, Tarli develops and tests interventions to enhance mental health across diverse populations, including aid workers, veterans, and elite athletes transitioning into retirement. Her research explores expansive identities and ethics, and their impact on wellbeing and morailty.

Key areas of expertise include:

• Social identity and health
• Mindfulness and ACT-based interventions
• Aid worker and veteran mental health
• Positive psychology and wellbeing science
• Thriving, flourishing, and social connection
• Expansive identities
• The connection between ethics and wellbeing

Tarli is a recipient of multiple research awards and grants and serves as Deputy Director of SIGN and Associate Editor of the International Journal of Wellbeing. Her work bridges academia and real-world impact, fostering connection, wellbeing, and resilience in high-meaning, high-stress careers.