The Palestinian poet and writer Refaat Alareer was either famous or infamous, depending on who you ask. The University College London (UCL) alumnus, well known for his 2023 poem “If I Must Die,” and 2014 book “Gaza Writes Back,” an anthology of short stories from young Gazan writers, his untimely...
The struggle of Mizrahi Jews across the Middle East
When Zebulon Simantov stepped foot outside Afghanistan in 2021, fleeing Taliban pressures with the help of American-Israeli businessman and philanthropist, Moti Kahana, the known Jewish population of Afghanistan reached zero. Simantov has spent the last 3 years in Istanbul but has recently arrived in Israel, his new home. Simantov’s title as the...
CAMERA on Campus UK’s Letter on UEL’s Consultation on Antisemitism Statement
Dear Vice-Chancellor Broderick, Find the below that we wish to submit for the consultation on UEL’s antisemitism statement. CAMERA UK expresses serious concern regarding UEL’s sudden decision to review its adoption of the IHRA working definition of antisemitism. In the UEL statement announcing the consultation, it is evident that this...
Our history stolen: How October 7 is being taken away from us
We tend to think of history as a clear sequence of events, but the reality is messier. What we consider significant about the past is almost always shaped by hindsight. Major headlines can fade to footnotes, while seemingly minor events emerge as turning points once we understand their full context....
Bridging Hatred: How Two Forms of Antisemitism Converge on College Campuses
Another morning, another flood of emails. Lately, my university inbox has become more than just a stream of class updates and administrative notices — now even this simplest of tasks has been hijacked by antisemitism. Statements from the Student Union condemning Israel’s “Genocide,” “Educide,” “Domicide,” and a list of other...
Hosting antisemites on college campuses endangers students
Francesca Albanese’s anti-Israel address to students at a London university raised concerns among Jewish students and the broader Jewish community. U.N. Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese, widely known for her antisemitic and anti-Israel views, recently visited the London School of Economics and Political Science. Her presence raised significant concerns in Jewish...
Honoring The Legacy Of Olga Meshoe Washington
It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we, the CAMERA on Campus team, mourn the sudden passing of Olga Meshoe Washington. Olga was not just a leader; she was a beacon of courage, conviction, and unwavering support for Israel. As a fearless advocate, Olga inspired countless individuals through...
The reason I’m not impressed by Robinson’s response to Applefield column
More than ever, Americans are skeptical of the value of higher education. One need look no further than a recent column by Benjamin Robinson, an associate professor in the Department of Germanic Studies at Indiana University Bloomington, to understand why such doubts exist. Instead of engaging in reasoned debate on issues raised...
