Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion

The UPJ, in collaboration with its communities, has made a submission to the Royal Commission.
You can read UPJ’s submission and from Netzer Australia’s Submission.
Our focus is on the effect of the rise of antisemitism on our institutions. But the Royal Commission is also wanting to hear directly from Jewish Australians and not just institutions. The Commission is inviting individuals to share their lived experiences of antisemitism, whether at school, university, the workplace, online, or in the broader community, to help build an accurate picture of the challenges faced today.

This Royal Commission is a historic opportunity for individuals and organisations to make their voices heard. Every submission, whether short or long, plays a role in helping Australia understand the real impacts of antisemitism and how we can build a safer, more cohesive society.

The Commission is seeking information that will help it understand:

• Incidents where Jewish people or organisations have faced antisemitism.
• Threatening or abusive communications (emails, calls, social media, letters).
• The impact of antisemitism on mental and physical wellbeing, especially after 7 October 2023 and 14 December 2025.
• The security needs of Jewish organisations.
• The costs involved in providing security and how these costs have changed.
• Where improvements are needed to strengthen safety and community life.

This information will help the Commission understand not only individual experiences but also the broader challenges facing Jewish Australians today. The UPJ encourages all our members, if able, to consider making a submission.

How to Make a Submission

Anyone can make a submission, Jewish or non‑Jewish, individuals or organisations, witnesses, supporters, or observers. Submissions can be short or detailed and may focus on personal experiences, community concerns, or professional insights.

What you can include

You may want to describe:

• What happened
• When and where it occurred
• How it affected you or others
• Whether you reported it and what happened next.
• You can also share how antisemitism impacts your sense of safety, belonging, or participation at school, work, or in the community.
• Clear, personal, factual stories are especially helpful.

How to submit

Submissions are made through the Royal Commission’s secure online form.

The form allows you to:

• Write your story
• Upload documents
• Request anonymity
• Receive support from Commission staff if needed.

Most people will not be asked to appear in a hearing, and no one will be forced to give evidence if they do not wish to.

At this stage, the new deadline for making submissions is 14 June 2026.

ECAJ has also put together a Royal Commission submission guide you may find here