A report into antisemitism on Australian campuses has recommended universities adopt a definition of antisemitism that “closely aligns” with the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition, which has been contested by Palestinians and some international civil society groups for effectively muting criticism of Israel.
Inquiry urges Australian universities to ‘closely align’ with controversial definition of antisemitism Report tabled by Labor MP Josh Burns finds there is an ‘urgent need for reform’ to ensure safety of Jewish students.
The report, tabled on Wednesday by the chair of the parliamentary joint committee on human rights, the Labor MP Josh Burns, also recommends universities publish de-identified reports of complaints as part of a string of “urgent changes” to take place from semester one this year.
Australian universities adopt a definition of antisemitism that “closely aligns” with the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition;.
Australian universities review and simplify their complaints procedures, including publishing regular de-identified reports of complaints received;.
