The Jewish Council of Australia provides an independent, expert Jewish voice opposing all forms of racism and supporting Palestinian freedom and justice
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Help demand a meeting with the PM and Foreign Minister for those aboard the Global Sumud Flotilla!
Call Anthony Albanese on (02) 6277 7700 and Penny Wong on (02) 6277 7500 to ask why they haven't met with the Aussies from the Global Sumud Flotilla, despite horrific abuse by the Israeli military.
The Jewish Council demands country-level sanctions as West Bank settler outposts targeted.
Today's sanctions by the Australian government are a welcome step but they do not go nearly far enough. See the full media release at: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/06/jewi...
Eid Mubarak! Wishing our Muslim siblings and comrades a joyous and blessed Eid al-Adha.
Our thoughts are especially with those observing Eid amid war and genocide. We will continue our work for their liberation and peace for all.
Deadline for submissions extended to Sunday June 14: It's not too late to make your submission to the royal commission!
If you haven't yet, head to the link below to read our guide and make a submission before the end of the month:
www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/03/ensu...
"In his comment about Herzog as the Jewish head of state, Albanese implied that a section of the Australian public is actually under the rule of a foreign leader." Our EO, Bart Shteinman spoke with @jacobin about the crackdowns on pro-Palestinian speech: jacobin.com/2026/05/aust...
Chag Shavuot Sameach! For those who want to tune in, our friends at @rabbis4ceasefire.bsky.social e are hosting a 24 hour global teach-in online available at: www.instagram.com/p/DYFBu5DDu1...
A huge congratulations to JCA Advisory Committee member, Professor Clare Wright OAM for her incredible new book - Näku Dhäruk: The Bark Petitions which has won the Book of the Year at the NSW Literary Awards.
Read more at: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-05...
"The repression of free speech on Palestine on university campuses betrays the core mission of a
public university and presents a broader threat to our human rights and democracy."
Read the final report of the People's Inquiry into Campus Free Speech on Palestine: drive.google.com/file/d/15KrB...
The Jewish Council condemns degrading treatment of flotilla humanitarians by far-right Israeli government minister. See full release at: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/05/jewi...
Legacy institutions will continue to try to silence speakers for their political beliefs but we won't let them. We stand with Jacob Sacher and all those engaging in Jewish communal life whilst organising for Palestinian liberation and justice. Full statement: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/06/jewi...
