Waverley Council launches Model Antisemitism Strategy for councils across Australia
04 September 2025 | Media Release
Waverley Council has today launched Australia’s first Model Antisemitism Strategy, a new national leadership initiative in the fight against antisemitism.
Unveiled at the Mayors Summit Against Antisemitism on the Gold Coast, The Model is a practical and easy-to-use guide to support councils across the country to build their own locally tailored antisemitism strategies.
It draws on Waverley Council’s own Strategy to Combat Antisemitism, developed in consultation with community representatives, experts and Jewish peak bodies.
Waverley Mayor Will Nemesh said the initiative comes in response to the rising tide of antisemitism in Australia and provides councils with tools to act.
“Local government is the tier of government closest to the community and councils can play a big role in ensuring our residents feel safe, included and respected,” Cr Nemesh said.
“Waverley Council developed the Model Antisemitism Strategy so that councils across Australia can take meaningful, locally relevant action. This is about showing leadership, standing against hate, and building stronger, more cohesive communities.”
The Model aligns with broader commitments to anti-racism and social cohesion, he added.
“Antisemitism is not only an issue for Jewish Australians – it threatens the cohesion and wellbeing of our whole community.
“This Model provides practical guidance, examples, and a flexible framework that councils can adapt to their local context. It makes it easier for local government to step up and be part of the national response.”
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