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The Jewish Council of Australia provides an independent, expert Jewish voice opposing all forms of racism and supporting Palestinian freedom and justice
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialMEDIA RELEASE: 3 years on from Oct 7 and Australia’s legal & moral obligation remains: act now to end the genocide & pursue justice for Palestine. Peace and safety will never be achieved without Palestinian rights to self-determination, equality, freedom. www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/10/thre...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialNAZA - the film Netanyahu doesn't want you to see - is coming to Australia. We're partnering with @madmanfilms.bsky.social for special preview screenings on 11 October in Sydney and Melbourne, featuring @sarahschwartz.bsky.social and Antony Loewenstein. Grab tickets here: www.madman.com.au/naza/
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialEVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: We’re bringing @mollycrabapple.bsky.social to Australia Nov 15-22! Join us in Melbourne or Sydney for a chance to hear Molly dive into her latest book alongside speakers & artists like @sarahschwartz.bsky.social, Louise Adler & more. Tix: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/09/moll...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialA safe and meaningful fast to all those observing Yom Kippur this Sunday evening. May this year bring a renewed commitment to justice and to freedom for all those oppressed. Gmar Chatimah Tovah
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialProud to join our allies launching the Red Lines Package at Parliament yesterday – a suite of 4 bills that would ensure Australia doesn’t fund, arm, or invest in illegal settlements, war crimes, or genocide. As Jews we know too well what happens when the international community turns a blind eye.
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialMacklemore spoke out. Now you can take action.
Sign our petition urging institutions to reject the IHRA definition. Don’t let Israel define antisemitism.
Let’s get to 30k.
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialOne Nation’s surge has seen the mainstreaming of neo-Nazi talking points. Their supporters, candidates, and members of parliament have publicly denied and minimised the Holocaust, promoted conspiracy theories, and repeated antisemitic slurs. The far right is no friend to the Jewish community.
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialShanah Tova! As the Jewish New Year approaches, now is a time for both celebration and reflection. We will be marking this period with our tashlich gatherings in Naarm/Melbourne and Gadigal/Sydney on 13 September - see you there? www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/08/tash...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialThe Jewish Council supports the decision of the 12 countries who have put trade restrictions on illegal Israeli settlements and urges the Australian government to do the same and then go further, imposing country-level sanctions. www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/09/jewi...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialBooker-prize winning author Richard Flanagan hit the nail on the head during his powerful speech at the Festival of Dangerous Ideas. If you agree, sign our petition urging governments and institutions to reject the IHRA definition of antisemitism: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/08/dont...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialDon't miss your chance to join us in Naarm, 17 September for the Premiere screening of the powerful new film Human Animals followed by a Q&A with the film’s producer Mhamad Babai and our Community Engagement Director Ohad Kozminsky. Grab the last tickets: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/08/huma...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialPro-Israel groups are pressuring governments & institutions to adopt the IHRA definition of antisemitism, which would prohibit legitimate criticism of Israel. We can’t let widespread adoption of this definition cement further censorship.
Sign our petition: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/08/dont...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialOur statement responding to the news that Israel will not be pursuing criminal liability for the murder of Zomi Frankcom or her fellow aid workers. We renewed calls for sanctions, the expulsion of the Israeli ambassador, and demands for justice: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/08/comp...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialIf you're in Sydney/Gadigal, come hear from Gazan PhD Student at UoW and leading member of the Palestinian People's Party, Shamikh Badra, in conversation with our executive officer, Bart Shteinman on Tuesday, 11 Aug 2026 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM.
Register at: events.jewishcouncil.com.au/events/jewis...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialWrite to your VC about antisemitism definitions. Read about why this is so important and then head to the link below to find your VC and get in touch!
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialAll people deserve to be able to pray in peace.
Sending solidarity and strength to Samir and all of our muslim comrades who are suffering during this awful surge in anti-Muslim hate.
Full article at: www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialThe Jewish Council calls on the Australian Government to demand Dr. Abu Safiya's immediate release from life threatening Israeli detention. See full statement at: www.jewishcouncil.com.au/2026/07/jewi...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.social"As a teenager,I walked through concentration camps in Poland, where the Nazis industrialised the murder of European Jewry.That history has shaped not only my Jewish identity,but a commitment to political struggle." Read Sarah's powerful Guardian Australia op-ed: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.social"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...
@jewishcouncilau.bsky.socialEid 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.
