Australia's Universities Face Funding Cuts Over Antisemitism Inaction
The Australian government considers cutting funding to universities failing to address antisemitism, following a surge in incidents after the October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel. Special envoy Jillian Segal recommends measures, including denying entry to immigrants with antisemitic views and expanding scrutiny to various public institutions.
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Australia's universities may face government funding cuts if they fail to tackle antisemitism on campuses, as per recommendations released on Thursday. This measure aims to curb antisemitic incidents, which have tripled following an attack by Hamas on Israel in October 2023.
From synagogues being torched to violent assaults in Sydney and Melbourne, where the majority of Australia's Jewish population resides, antisemitism has spiked alarmingly. Jillian Segal, the Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism, outlined these findings in her report, urging accountability from public institutions.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese affirmed his government's commitment to considering these recommendations, while refraining from silencing legitimate protest movements critical of policies in Gaza. The report prompts a crucial national dialogue on combating hatred and upholding multicultural values.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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