5A welcomes the report of the G08 Expert Advisory Committee, with some profound concerns.
5A Media Release | 16 June 2026
The Australian Academic Alliance Against Antisemitism (5A) has welcomed the Group of Eight Expert Advisory Committee's report on combatting antisemitism while raising concerns that it falls short on accountability and measurable action. 5A argues that universities need stronger transparency, leadership accountability and meaningful inclusion of people with lived experience to create safer, more inclusive campuses for Jewish students and staff.
Antisemitism Experts Disappointed with AHRC Report.
5A Media Release | 17 February 2026
5A found significant flaws in the Australian Human Rights Commission's Respect at Uni report on racism at universities, arguing it overlooks key evidence on antisemitism in Australian universities and fails to adequately recognise the distinct nature of antisemitism. 5A calls for the implementation of the recommendations made by the Special Envoy to Combat Antisemitism.
Antisemitism Experts React to University Report Card Failure.
5A Media Release | 15 May 2026
5A expressed disappointment at the higher education sector's failure to take meaningful action against antisemitism on campus, described in detail in the University Report Card Sectoral Assessment issued by Independent Assessor Emeritus Professor Greg Craven. The organisation called for universities to take affirmative steps backed by visible and prominent support from university leaders.
Call for urgent reform at Australian universities.
5A Media Release | 10 July 2026
5A called for urgent reform at Australian universities following its submission to the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion, arguing that antisemitism has become normalised on campuses and that Jewish students and staff continue to feel unsafe. The Alliance recommended stronger leadership, a review of the French Model Code, the adoption of a definition of antisemitism, and targeted education informed by people with lived experience.