ANU denies it ‘lost control’ to a pro-Palestine encampment, royal commission hears
The Australian National University has denied losing control of its campus during a pro-Palestine encampment, despite an internal review labeling the protest a high psychosocial risk. The university is currently testifying before a royal commission investigating antisemitism and the institutional response to campus protests.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing tension between academic freedom, student protest rights, and the duty of universities to ensure a safe environment for all students.
The royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion is examining the lived experiences of Jewish students and academics, including the response of universities. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP The royal commission into antisemitism and social cohesion is examining the lived experiences of Jewish students and academics, including the response of universities. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP Royal commission on antisemitism and social cohesion ANU denies it ‘lost control’ to a pro-Palestine encampment, royal commission hears Internal safety review at Australian National University found encampment had ‘high’ psychosocial risk rating
Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates
Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast
Prefer the Guardian on Google The Australian National University’s acting provost has denied the university “lost control” of its campus to a pro-Palestine encampment, revealing an internal safety review found the encampment had a “high” psychosocial risk rating.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in