Australia adopts most Islamophobia report recommendations

The Australian government has formally responded to a landmark report on Islamophobia, committing to 35 of 54 recommendations while leaving several significant proposals unaddressed. The response, released on July 18, 2026, follows the submission of the report by Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia Aftab Malik approximately ten months earlier, in September 2025.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese described the government's plan as a necessary step to combat prejudice, stating that Islamophobia has no place in Australia. He emphasized that the response is based on practical action to keep communities safe and strengthen social cohesion, guided by principles of education, protection, support, and accountability.

Key measures adopted include the establishment of an education task force aimed at tackling Islamophobia, a review of the Australian Curriculum to strengthen understanding of all forms of hatred, and workplace training for politicians and public servants. The government also committed $41.9 million in targeted funding to bolster the safety and security of Muslim institutions and faith-based places. Further initiatives involve expanding community liaison teams within the...