What's in a name? New standards come into effect as unis grapple with antisemitism definition

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A general view of signage during an inquiry examining freedom of speech and assembly on Australian university campuses at the University of Melbourne (AAP Image-Con Chronis) .jpg — A general view of signage during an inquiry examining freedom of speech and assembly on Australian university campuses at the University of Melbourne Credit: AAP Image/Con Chronis

Universities will be required to develop definitions of racism, including antisemitism, Islamophobia and prejudice against Indigenous people, under changes that come into effect next year. It coincides with hearings of the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, where Jewish students have detailed their experiences on campus.

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Published 14 July 2026 1:03pm

By Tee Mitchell

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Universities will be required to develop definitions of racism, including antisemitism, Islamophobia and prejudice against Indigenous people, under changes that come into effect next year. It coincides with hearings of the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, where Jewish students have detailed their experiences on campus.

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