The University has not adopted the International Definition of Antisemitism.
The University told Campaign Against Antisemitism: “We make active use of the IHRA definition as a reference point for our staff and students…Relatively recently, we scrupulously considered the formal adoption of definitions at the University’s most senior committees…After careful consideration, we concluded that adopting selected religion- or race-specific definitions may have the unfortunate consequence of appearing to exclude other faith groups or races in relation to whom definitions are not adopted. We therefore will not formally adopt the definition…”
This information was obtained after Campaign Against Antisemitism submitted a request under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 on 1st June 2023. On 13th June 2023, the University responded.
Cardiff University Students’ Union has adopted the International Definition of Antisemitism.
Cardiff University Students’ Union announced the decision through a statement published on 25th November 2021.
When asked on 26th November 2021, Cardiff University Students’ Union confirmed that it adopted the International Definition of Antisemitism on 25th November 2021.
As part of its response, Cardiff University Students’ Union provided a copy of the motion, which showed that the Definition was adopted.
