Appeal for litigation funding
AJAH is appealing to the community to support the imminent class action led by Levitt Robinson and barrister Adam Butt.

Australian Jews Against Hate (AJAH) will launch a fundraising initiative next week to help fund litigation directed towards stamping out all forms of antisemitism.
AJAH is appealing to the community to support the imminent class action led by Levitt Robinson and barrister Adam Butt against the University of Sydney on behalf of Jewish students and staff. It may well be the first of many actions brought nationwide.
Butt, who successfully spearheaded the recent antisemitic bullying case against Brighton Secondary College in Melbourne, is instructed by law firm Levitt Robinson. Their clients plan to seek damages for racial vilification, breach of duty of care, and breaches of contract.
“The first major case is against the University of Sydney, including its vice-chancellor and certain student groups, who have allowed the campus to become a breeding ground for hate, leaving Jewish students feeling unsafe and marginalised,” a statement from AJAH said.
“Despite numerous discussions with the university and various stakeholders, the response has been completely disheartening. Jewish students continue to face physical threats and harassment daily. We believe that the only way forward is through decisive legal action against those perpetuating this hate.
“However, to effectively fight these battles, we urgently need your support. Your donation will directly aid in protecting our students and supporting future cases to uphold the civil and human rights of Jewish Australians. Every contribution is tax-deductible and will make a significant difference.”
According to a letter from Levitt Robinson, any funders are not actually a party to the legal proceedings. If a successful outcome is obtained, funders are usually entitled to a commission from any such proceeds, in addition to reimbursement for any amount they have paid as security for costs.
The Georgatos Foundation, a registered human rights advocacy charity with tax exemption, has agreed to accept donations and pass them on.
All funds raised through donations will be held in a dedicated bank account, known as the ‘USyd Litigation Fund’.
To donate directly to the USyd Litigation Fund visit georgatos.org/make-a-donation/. Levitt Robinson recommends and requests that you obtain independent tax advice as to the benefit if any of any tax deduction which may apply to your individual financial circumstances, should a donation be made.
Visit www.classpr.com.au/sydney-university/ for more information about the class action.
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