Antisemitism Training for AGD Staff

Question

1. At the last estimates hearing, officials stated training materials were being "updated in light of recent events". What specific changes were made to departmental training content? 2. Does the department's training specifically address contemporary forms of antisemitism, including online radicalisation and coded extremist rhetoric? 3. Does the training include guidance on distinguishing legitimate political discourse from antisemitic conduct or rhetoric? 4. What role did Jillian Segal or her office play in shaping or reviewing the department's training materials? 5. Which Jewish community organisations were consulted in developing or reviewing the training content? 6. Has the department engaged any external providers or consultants to deliver antisemitism training? 7. At the previous hearing, officials said they were "considering broader social cohesion capability training". What does that mean? 8. Are contractors and consultants engaged by the department also required to undertake the training? 9. Are new graduates and new starters required to complete antisemitism awareness modules during onboarding? 10. Has the department conducted any assessment of antisemitic incidents, complaints, or workplace culture concerns within the agency? 11. At the previous estimates hearing, officials committed to "ongoing engagement" with affected communities. Which Jewish organisations has the department met with since February 2026? 12. Has the department sought feedback from Jewish staff networks or Jewish employees regarding workplace safety and inclusion? 13. Does the department have a specific internal protocol for responding to antisemitic incidents involving staff conduct? 14. Has the department issued any updated internal guidance to staff following major antisemitic incidents in Australia since July 2025? 15. At the previous estimates hearing, officials said they were "monitoring developments closely". What emerging antisemitism risks or trends has the department identified since then? 16. At the last hearing, officials said they were "looking at best-practice approaches internationally". Which international models informed the department's final approach? 17. Has the department worked with the Australian Human Rights Commission or other agencies on antisemitism education initiatives?

Answer

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Documents

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