Arabic version: مفوض السلامة الإلكترونية يعترف بنقص في معالجة معاداة السامية عبر الإنترنت
eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant has expressed regret to Jewish victims of social media harassment during her testimony at the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. She highlighted that many victims do not meet the legal threshold for intervention under the current Adult Cyber Abuse Scheme, resulting in just 2 percent of complaints leading to removal notices.
According to ABC News, Inman Grant became emotional while acknowledging the suffering experienced by the Jewish community due to the scheme’s limitations. Her office received a significant increase in complaints about harmful online content, rising from 55,000 to 108,000 in the year to June 30, 2026.
Inman Grant emphasized the need for better resources and reforms to the Online Safety Act 2021 to effectively combat online hate. She noted that the current regulatory framework is not adequately equipped to handle the challenges posed by social media platforms, which often prioritize content monetization over user safety.
The Royal Commission also heard from police agencies about the need for improved information sharing with the eSafety Commissioner. While some states have established memorandums of understanding (MOUs), others have faced challenges in formalizing such agreements, impacting collaboration in addressing online harm.
