ACARA Rules Out Broad Public Consultation on Islamophobia Curriculum Review
ACARA said it would consult relevant communities and experts but not conduct the broad public consultation typical of a full curriculum review.
TL;DR
- ACARA will not conduct a broad public consultation on proposed changes to teaching Islamophobia in schools.
- The matter was discussed at an Education and Employment Legislation Committee Budget Estimates hearing.
- Liberal Senator Matt O’Sullivan questioned ACARA about the consultation process.
- ACARA will consult with relevant communities and experts, but not in the manner of a full curriculum review.
- Draft terms of reference for a review of racial and religious tolerance in the curriculum were to be discussed at an education ministers’ meeting.