The teaching of the IHRA definition of antisemitism in our workplaces, schools, universities and sporting clubs is a good place to start. Education also demands an understanding of apartheid. I grew up in Zambia when apartheid was in full swing. Even as a child, I...
It’s time for Australia and the world to scale-up our response to this horrific situation. I do commend the government’s reset on Jerusalem, but now we must also recognise Palestine, call for Israeli accountability in international courts and compel Israel...
I want to congratulate Melissa on receiving this very important award. Melissa is a highly principled person who believes that in the world’s most difficult areas of conflict we need witnesses and advocates to defend truth and the values which protect and uphold...
But, whilst the former government’s decision was cynically timed, I do believe it is right for Australia to recognise West Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. West Jerusalem has been part of Israel since 1948, when the country was established. It has never been...
I fully support the Labor government and the Minister for Foreign Affairs in their decision to rescind the Morrison government’s recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital and decision to move the embassy there. It was insulting to our Arab colleagues,...
