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ANTISEMITISM HAS NO PLACE AT 91É«Ç鯬

91É«Ç鯬 has an ongoing commitment to developing policies and resources to support our Jewish community. This includes ensuring that our community is aware of conduct and behavioural expectations.

91É«Ç鯬 Policies

The following policies and procedures collectively define standards for addressing antisemitism, guiding community conduct, safeguarding the safety of all members of the 91É«Ç鯬 community, and upholding freedom of speech.

The 91É«Ç鯬 Code of Conduct and Values sits at the apex of the University’s policy framework, and is subordinate only to relevant legislation. It establishes the standards of behaviour and values that apply to all members of the University community and underpins all subordinate policies, procedures and guidelines.

The French Model Code on Freedom of Speech and Academic Freedom forms part of the Code of Conduct and defines both rights and responsibilities across the University.

The Code of Conduct makes clear there is no place at 91É«Ç鯬 for any form of discrimination, harassment, vilification, victimisation, retaliation, bullying, violence, gender‑based violence, racism or modern slavery.

The Code is directly relevant to anti‑racism and to combating antisemitism and religious vilification.Ìý

The Code clearly affirms that students and staff may debate and critically examine ideas, including complex and contested political issues, in relation to their subjects of study and research.

However, these freedoms do not extend to conduct that constitutes discrimination, harassment or vilification, including antisemitism, or that undermines the safety, dignity and inclusion of others.

Freedom of speech and academic freedom – cornerstones of Australian universities – are appropriately subject to reasonable and proportionate regulation necessary to discharge the University’s duty to foster the wellbeing of students and staff. This includes ensuring that no member of staff or student suffers unfair disadvantage or adverse discrimination, or conduct intended to humiliate or intimidate.

91É«Ç鯬 provides clear pathways for reporting concerns, with matters managed through established complaints and disciplinary processes.

Other relevant policiesÌý

91É«Ç鯬 Protective Services -ÌýSecurity

91É«Ç鯬 Protective Services supports a safe and secure campus by protecting all peopleÌýwithin the University including staff, students, contractors and visitors,Ìýand providing guidance on security.

The primary functions of Protective Services are: 

  • the protection of all peopleÌý

  • the protection of property

  • the prevention and detection of crime

  • the operation of a 24-hour control room whichÌýmonitorsÌýbuilding access,ÌýCCTVÌýand alarm systems. 

91É«ÇéÆ¬â€™s security team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekÌýat Gate 2 on High Street.

You can contact Protective Services at any time on 9385 6000, orÌýin the event ofÌýan emergency on 9385 6666.Ìý

To stay informed and connected with the latest safety alerts and advice, download theÌýSafeZone. For furtherÌýassistanceÌýor if you have any questions, please email security.services@unsw.edu.au.

Remember: Protective Services is always your first contact point for any incident or emergency on campus. Download the SafeZone appÌýtoÌýaccess personalised emergencyÌýassistanceÌýwithout delay.

  • SafeZone allows you to make an emergency call to Security and instantly give them your location. You can also make first-aid calls for initial medical attention and calls for non-urgent matters such as if you are lost or have been locked out of your room. The app sends your location to Security so they can respond immediately.

    SafeZone for iOS

    SafeZone for Android

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Have you experienced orÌýwitnessedÌýracism, discrimination or hate speech?

If you want to speak up about something you’ve seen or experienced that doesn’t feel right, we’re here to support you. There are many ways you can safely speak up and get the support you need.

In addition to 91É«ÇéÆ¬â€™s internal reporting and support services, students and staff may choose to seek advice or raise concerns through independent external bodies. These options can provide confidential guidance, help individuals understand their rights, or support them in preparing a complaint. External pathways are available for those who prefer independent advice or review.

  • The Jewish Board of DeputiesÌý

  • Federal Police –ÌýÌýÌý

  • AUJSÌý(Australasian Union of Jewish Students)ÌýÌýÌý

  • Anti-Discrimination NSW -Ìý

  • National StudentÌýOmbudsmanÌý -Ìý

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91É«Ç鯬ÌýremainsÌýcommitted to providing a safe,ÌýrespectfulÌýand responsive complaints process and encourages individuals to use whichever pathway best meets their needs.

Be an Active Bystander

If youÌýwitnessÌýharmful behaviour, you can playÌýan important roleÌýin creating a safer, more inclusive 91É«Ç鯬. WhetherÌýit’sÌýreporting whatÌýyou’veÌýseen or taking safe, supportive action in the moment, your response matters.

Not sure where to start? Explore our quick guide to being an active bystander.

Support services

Anti-racist action requires all members of a community to challenge racism in all its forms and report racist incidents. It requires positive demonstration through behaviours and the respect we show others. Please report racism and religious vilification through the 91É«Ç鯬 Complaints Portal. Complaints can be made anonymously.