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Independent Australian Jewish Voices (IAJV) is an Australian Jewish advocacy organisation launched in 2007. It recognises Israel's right to exist, but also believes that Palestinians' right to a homeland is legitimate and needs to be acknowledged.

History

Background

Prominent British Jews, including actor Stephen Fry and playwright Harold Pinter, had previously spoken out against the Jewish establishment in the UK for supporting Israel above the human rights of Palestinians. They formed the group Independent Jewish Voices, saying that the existing groups did not represent their views. There was also a similar group in Germany called Schalom 5767, which had attracted 7,000 signatures in support.

Foundation

Independent Australian Jewish Voices was established on 5 March 2007, co-founded by journalist and writer Antony Loewenstein, with the support of 120 prominent Jewish Australians. They included academics, politicians, and publishers, including ethicist Peter Singer, publisher Louise Adler, and Eva Cox, of the Women's Electoral Lobby.

Description

IAJV believes that Israel has a right to exist, but also that Palestinians' right to a homeland should be recognised. It strives for peace in the Middle East.

In 2007, IAJV was criticised by Colin Rubenstein, executive director of the Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council, as "dangerous and unrepresentative".

See also

• Een Ander Joods Geluid (Netherlands)
• Independent Jewish Voices (Canada)
• Independent Jewish Voices (UK)
• Jewish Voice for Peace (US)

References

1. ^ Jackson, Andra (6 March 2007). "New group takes on Jewish lobby - National". The Age.
2. "'Independent Australian Jewish Voices' issue call for free debate". The Electronic Intifada. 6 March 2007. Retrieved 29 September 2024.
3. "Original IAJV Declaration". 24 October 2011.
4. Aussie Jews challenge pro-Israel stance Archived 2007-03-07 at the Wayback Machine, Jewish Telegraphic Agency, 5 March 2007.

External links

• Independent Australian Jewish Voices

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