Australian Human Rights Commission Respect at Uni Interim Report December 2024 Similarly, there were discussions regarding the definitions of anti-Palestinian racism raised with the Commission. At this point in the Study, it is crucial to understand these topics, as they are often seen as barriers to advancing antiracism initiatives. However, it is equally important to allow space for the Study survey and field research to inform future guidance on establishing common language. Language around racism and related concepts is constantly evolving. The Australian Union of Jewish Students signalled support for prioritisation of a common definition of antisemitism, highlighting the practical impact: This isn't an academic exercise... This is an exercise that has an impact on thousands of students across the country. 94 These developments highlight the importance of consistent language but also remind us that the language we use to describe racism is a vehicle for understanding lived experience and is constantly evolving. The evidence from the Study will be another important input in shaping the discourse around racism in Australian universities. 53

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