The Zionist Federation of Australia held its Plenary Conference on Sunday, featuring Rabbi Dr Donniel Hartman and Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles. In his opening statement, President Jeremy Leibler noted the political controversies rocking Israel today, and reinforced the need of the Australian Jewish community to come together to discuss the issues facing Israel and […] The post ZFA Plenary Conference 2023 appeared first on Zionist Federation of Australia. Read more »

On Friday 18 August, ABC News changed a misleading headline on a news story regarding the terrorist attack which killed an Israeli security guard in Tel Aviv, following multiple complaints from Jewish and Zionist organisations. The story was originally posted on Sunday 6 August, under the headline “Palestinian man killed in Tel Aviv shooting that […] The post Statement on ABC headline change appeared first on Zionist Federation of Australia. Read more »

The Zionist Federation of Australia notes that the ALP national conference has not resulted in a change in ALP policy in relation to recognition of Palestine. ZFA President Jeremy Leibler said: “While we remain concerned about recent changes in the Government’s policy in relation to Israel, we acknowledge that the national conference has not resulted […] The post Zionist Federation of Australia statement on ALP national conference appeared first on Zionist Federation of Australia. Read more »

The Zionist Federation of Australia is extremely concerned by La Trobe University’s announcement of its ‘adoption’ of only part of the IHRA working definition of antisemitism, and its adoption of the highly problematic ‘Jerusalem Declaration on Antisemitism’. ZFA President Jeremy Leibler said, “The recent ZFA-AUJS survey on campus antisemitism revealed that 73 per cent of […] The post The ZFA is extremely concerned with La Trobe Uni’s incomplete adoption of the IHRA definition appeared first… Read more »

It would be some sort of irony if US President Biden was to provide Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu with a pathway out of his current situation. If that does happen – and that is a big if – Biden will have done it for his own domestic political reasons, not for Netanyahu’s, but who would […] The post Latest from Dr Ron Weiser AM appeared first on Zionist Federation of Australia. Read more »

Two in three Jewish uni students face anti-Semitism The Australian, 14 August 2023 https://www.theaustralian.com.au/higher-education/two-in-three-jewish-uni-students-face-antisemitism/news-story/78051f7b151133e188169e4a1fce1dd7 Almost two-thirds of Jewish university students say they have experienced anti-Semitism on campus, while some are avoiding going to university in person out of fear of vilification, a survey commissioned by peak Jewish bodies has revealed. The nationwide survey by the […] The post Two in three Jewish uni students face anti-Semitism appeared first on Zionist Federation of Australia. Read more »

About the Organisation As the peak Australian Zionist representative body, the Zionist Federation of Australia (ZFA) is dedicated to advocating for Israel within the Australian Jewish community and fostering strong ties between Australia and Israel. A core aspect of our mission is to inspire young Jewish Australians to engage in transformative, long-term Israel programs. This […] The post Position vacant: Masa Australia Representative (Marketing and Recruitment) appeared first on Zionist Federation of Australia. Read more »

Survey finds two thirds of Jewish students face anti-Semitism, anti-Israel attacks at university Daily Telegraph, 15 August 2023 https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/new-south-wales-education/survey-finds-two-thirds-of-jewish-students-face-antisemitism-antiisrael-attacks-at-university/news-story/47aa514d66b9c46fe94965f3285986b8 Leftist groups on campuses across the country have been “ostracising” and harassing Jewish students, with a national survey revealing two thirds of Jews have faced anti-Semitism from their university peers – and staff. Jewish university students […] The post Survey finds two thirds of Jewish students face anti-Semitism, anti-Israel attacks at university appeared first on Zionist… Read more »

Survey results from Zionist Federation of Australia report described as ‘heartbreaking’ Herald Sun, 15 August 2023 https://www.heraldsun.com.au/victoria-education/australasian-union-of-jewish-students-president-alissa-foster-says-survey-results-are-heartbreaking/news-story/0b23164af93dd478d722ac6ad43c6846 More than half of all Jewish students are hiding their faith or avoiding classes altogether to avoid antisemitism on campus, a damning report has found. Jewish university students are hiding their faith, removing religious clothing and avoiding class […] The post Survey results from Zionist Federation of Australia report described as ‘heartbreaking’ appeared first on Zionist Federation of… Read more »

Two-thirds of Jewish uni students have experienced antisemitism Call for PM to establish working group A nationwide survey of Australian university students has revealed widespread antisemitism on Australian university campuses. The survey report, which will be released on Tuesday 15 August, reveals that 64 per cent of Australian Jewish university students have experienced antisemitism at […] The post Two-thirds of Jewish uni students have experienced antisemitism appeared first on Zionist Federation of Australia. Read more »

The Zionist Federation of Australia and the Executive Council of Australian Jewry are deeply concerned by the Government’s statement and change in language about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The ECAJ and ZFA are representative peak bodies of the Australian Jewish community. ECAJ President Jillian Segal and ZFA President Jeremy Leibler jointly stated: “The change in language […] The post Jewish community strongly criticises new position of Australian Government appeared first on Zionist Federation of Australia. Read more »

Are you our next public affairs officer? About the role The Zionist Federation of Australia is a representative roof body of the Australian Jewish and Zionist community. It fosters a deep connection between Australia and Israel, and advocates for Israel here in Australia. We are looking for a communications professional to manage external and internal […] The post Position vacant: Public Affairs Officer appeared first on Zionist Federation of Australia. Read more »