Antisemitism is defined as a particular perception of Jewish people, which may be expressed as hatred. It can take the form of rhetorical or physical actions directed against Jewish or non-Jewish individuals, their property, or against Jewish community institutions and places of worship.
The University of Sunderland’s Board of Governors has formally adopted the IHRA working definition of antisemitism in its entirety. In doing so, the Board reaffirms the University’s absolute commitment to academic freedom and freedom of speech within the law.
At the same time, the Board emphasises that support for the IHRA working definition doesn't in any way prevent legitimate political debate or criticism – for example, regarding the actions of the State of Israel, or of any other individual, organisation, or nation state.