Islamophobic attacks in Australia surge 612 per cent in three years
Islamophobic attacks in Australia jumped 612 per cent in three years amid harassment.
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly called an "immigrant mutt" and a "terrorist" on a Sydney bus after standing up for another girl in a hijab being photographed without consent. The man, arrested Tuesday, also allegedly told others "I can't wait until they kill all of you".
The 50-year-old man was charged with stalking and intimidation. The Islamophobia Register Australia has recorded a 612 per cent jump in reported attacks over three years.
Australia's Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia, Aftab Malik, condemned the abuse and said hateful stereotypes and normalised online abuse degrade Muslim Australians. Transport for NSW said it welcomes working with the envoy's office to improve safety.
- 612 per cent jump in reported attacks
- Rise over time
- 13-year-old girl
- Victim's age
- Sydney bus
- Location
Why it mattersThe surge in Islamophobic incidents shows a growing pattern of harassment targeting Muslim Australians, with young people increasingly at risk in public spaces.
AustraliaMuslim students, particularly those wearing the hijab, face rising threats to their safety on Australian public transport and in schools, prompting government and transport authorities to work on safety measures.
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