ABC to use own hate speech guidance rather than controversial antisemitism definition used by Bondi royal commission
Summary
The ABC has decided to use its own rules to identify hate speech instead of adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism used by the Bondi royal commission. This choice is made to keep independence and trust in its editorial decisions. Similarly, SBS also does not use the IHRA definition and follows its own standards for reporting on antisemitism.Key Facts
- The Bondi royal commission on antisemitism will use the IHRA definition of antisemitism.
- The IHRA definition describes antisemitism as “a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews.”
- Some groups criticize the IHRA definition for mixing up criticism of Israel with antisemitism.
- ABC chooses to keep its own hate speech rules to stay independent and trusted by the public.
- ABC says its rules agree in general with IHRA’s core idea but avoid using IHRA’s more controversial examples.
- SBS also does not use the IHRA definition and defines antisemitism as prejudice or discrimination against Jewish people.
- Both broadcasters emphasize impartial and balanced reporting on antisemitism and related topics.
- Issues about the Middle East cause many complaints to the ABC ombudsman, making up 26% of complaints last year.
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