Educator Studio Session October - Jewish Experiences in Australian Healthcare: Preliminary Report

As the first session in an ongoing Educator Studio Session cultural awareness series, this presentation aims to foster greater understanding of the diverse communities within the healthcare workforce. The session provides an overview of the Australian Jewish community and the Monash Initiative for Rapid Research into Antisemitism (MIRRA), before exploring findings from the Jewish Experiences in Australian Healthcare: Interim Report. Drawing on interviews with healthcare professionals, regulators and administrators, the presentation examines themes of identity, workplace belonging, perceived antisemitism, and inclusion, highlighting opportunities to strengthen cultural awareness and create more supportive healthcare and educational environments.