A new report highlights the urgent need for reform to ensure the safety of Jewish students and staff on Australian university campuses. The report recommends universities adopt a definition of antisemitism aligned with the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition, publish de-identified complaints reports, and simplify their complaints procedures. It also calls for government action, including potential amendments to the Fair Work Act and the establishment of a judicial inquiry if universities fail to adequately address the issue.
Report tabled by Labor MP Josh Burns finds there is an ‘urgent need for reform’ to ensure safety of Jewish studentsA report on antisemitism on Australian campuses has recommended universities adopt a definition of antisemitism that “closely aligns” with the
In their additional comments, the Coalition members of the committee said the government should amend the law so that all public universities were required to adopt the IHRA definition. It did not recommend the establishment of a national higher education code to prevent and respond to antisemitism, as has been backed by the Coalition.
Australian universities adopt a definition of antisemitism that “closely aligns” with the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition. Universities consider increased investment in antisemitism research and opportunities for collaboration.
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