The Islamic Council of Victoria reports a worrying rise in Islamophobia, indicating that over 85% of incidents remain unreported. In 2021, the council received 96 case reports, with a significant spike of 26 cases in the first half of this year. The majority involved verbal abuse and workplace discrimination. Additionally, 3,254 incidents related to anti-Muslim racism, including online hate comments, were noted. Many Muslims choose not to report due to fear and distrust towards authorities. The rise in these incidents is linked to the ongoing conflict in Gaza, prompting new supportive initiatives from the government.
Since 2021, the Islamic Council of Victoria received 96 reports of Islamophobia incidents, with 26 reported in just six months from January to July this year.
A staggering 85% of incidents are estimated to go unreported, as many victims fear not being taken seriously and distrust police and government.
From January to July this year, anti-Muslim racism incidents not reported by victims included online hate comments, hostile phone calls, and derogatory media, totaling 3,254.
The recent rise in Islamophobia and antisemitism coincides with the ongoing conflict in Gaza, prompting programs like a $1 million initiative by the New South Wales government.
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