Statement: AIJAC disappointed at NSW decision not to prosecute hate preacher
August 28, 2015
AIJAC is very disappointed and deeply concerned by the decision not to prosecute hate preacher Ismael Alwahwah, a leader of the radical organization Hizb ut-Tahrir in Sydney, who last year called for the destruction of Jews.
AIJAC statement on racism directed at Adam Goodes
August 5, 2015
AIJAC is proud to have signed a joint statement last week that condemned racism directed at Adam Goodes and called for renewed efforts to stamp out racism in sport and everyday life. The joint statement was signed by 150 organisations and was organised by ANTaR. AIJAC’s Executive Director Colin Rubenstein said:
“The booing of Adam Goodes which appears in part to be racially motivated, is entirely unacceptable. Adam Goodes is not only a great footballer but an outstanding Australian who proudly advocates for Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander people…”
AIJAC statement on Jerusalem Gay Pride Attack
August 3, 2015
AIJAC condemns the horrific stabbing of six people at the Jerusalem Pride Parade on July 30. With deep sadness AIJAC sends its condolences to the family of 16 year-old Shira Banki who has died three days after being critically wounded in the attack, and we pray for the speedy recovery of the five injured victims.
Joint Statement on racism directed at Adam Goodes
July 31, 2015
Following the weekend’s events when prominent Aboriginal AFL player and former Australian of the Year, Adam Goodes was booed at every turn during the Swans v West Coast Eagles AFL match.
Today in advance of the weekend round of AFL, 150 organisations join together to call for renewed efforts to stamp out racism in sport and everyday life.
AIJAC condemns terror attack on Palestinians
July 31, 2015 | Colin Rubenstein
AIJAC condemns in the strongest terms last night’s arson of two homes in the Palestinian village of Duma in the West Bank, which claimed the life of 18-month-old Ali Darawshe.
Media statement: ALP resolution
July 26, 2015
“While there are aspects in the Middle East resolution adopted at the ALP conference today that can be welcomed, its general tenor and threat to support unilateral recognition of a Palestinian State under a future Labor Government are disappointing. This approach is likely to undermine, rather than constructively encourage, progress toward a negotiated, durable two-state resolution that remains the bipartisan consensus in Australia”, commented AIJAC’s national chairman Mark Leibler and executive director Dr Colin Rubenstein.
AIJAC applauds Australia’s principled stand at ECOSOC
July 24, 2015
AIJAC applauds the principled stand Australia took in opposing the viciously anti-Israel resolution at the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) annual session.
Australia can hold its head high as the only member state along with the US to oppose this appallingly biased resolution…
Isi Leibler to speak in Melbourne
July 20, 2015
Veteran Australian and International Jewish leader Isi Leibler – now residing in Jerusalem – will soon speak in Melbourne on the topic: “Israel Confronts Its Adversaries”.
AIJAC deeply concerned about Iran nuclear deal
July 15, 2015
AIJAC is deeply concerned that the deal announced between Iran and the P5+1 will further destabilise the Middle East. It seems likely that it will only delay but not prevent Iran’s ability to obtain nuclear weapons, while also providing Teheran with a large amount of new resources to continue its efforts at destabilising regional neighbours and in supporting terrorism…
Statement: AIJAC gravely concerned for kidnapped Israelis
July 10, 2015
AIJAC is gravely concerned for the welfare of two Israeli civilians who, it has just been revealed, are believed to be currently being held captive by Hamas or other Palestinian terror groups in Gaza, and extends our sincerest sympathy and hopes for their safe return to the families and loved ones of the two individuals concerned.
