Adelaide Writer’s Week: ‘Ensure moments of tragedy do not deepen fractures’
Adelaide Committee chief Sam Dighton calls for unity as the Writers’ Week controversy causes “further division” – arguing SA should be defining itself as a beacon amid global uncertainty.
In a world of increasing division and uncertainty, unity and inclusion can be South Australia’s strategic advantage.
The tragic terror attack at Bondi Beach in December was a profound shock felt across Australia and around the world. It was not only an attack on Jewish Australians but an attack on the values of multiculturalism, safety and shared respect that underpin our nation.
In its aftermath, leaders from across faiths and communities have united in grief and solidarity, reminding us that hate, in any form, threatens the social fabric that makes Australia a strong and vibrant community. The widespread condemnation of the violence and the growing concern about rising antisemitism have been a stark reminder that ignorance and division are no longer options.
The tragedy underscores that demographic policy and cultural policy are inseparable. A vibrant, growing community must be one in which everyone, regardless of faith, ethnicity or background, feels........
