‘Head to your cars quickly, don’t loiter’: How the fear of antisemitism has changed Jewish community life

A witness has told the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion that Jewish children can no longer safely visit pools or movies following the Bondi Beach attack

Justin Tomlinson

Editor-in-Chief, Mora Discover

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‘Head to your cars quickly, don’t loiter’: How the fear of antisemitism has changed Jewish community life

A witness testifying before the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion has revealed that school holiday visits to the pool or movies are no longer an option for Jewish children. This change in daily routine comes in the wake of the Bondi Beach terror attack, which has heightened safety concerns.[1][2]

The testimony highlighted how the fear of antisemitism has significantly altered Jewish community life. Among the changes, community members are now being warned to head to their cars quickly and avoid loitering when out in public.[1][2]

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