"A Disturbing Reality: UNSW Academic Reveals Shocking Incident of Nazi Salutes in Class" A disturbing incident has come to light at the University of New South Wales, where a Jewish academic was subjected to Nazi salutes by students in his business class. This harrowing account is just one of many lived experiences being shared at the royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion, currently underway in Melbourne. The commission is examining the impact of hate on Jewish students and academics, as well as the response of universities to combat such incidents. As the country grapples with rising concerns about antisemitism, this inquiry aims to shed light on the extent of the problem and identify solutions to promote social cohesion and protect vulnerable communities.
Royal commission on antisemitism and social cohesion hears lived experiences of Jewish students and academicsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAn academic at UNSW was subjected to Nazi salutes by students in his business class, the royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion has heard.The fourth block of hearings, taking place in Melbourne this week, is examining the lived experiences of Jewish students and academics, including the response of universities to combat hate. Continue reading...