Office of Australia’s Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia launches the Report Islamophobia campaign

The Office of Australia’s Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia has launched the Report Islamophobia campaign to encourage Australians to recognise, report and respond to incidents of Islamophobia.

The campaign aims to raise awareness of why reporting matters and to provide practical guidance on how people can report incidents through the appropriate channels.

Islamophobia can occur in many forms, including online, in workplaces, schools, public spaces and other community settings. Yet many incidents go unreported, leaving those affected without support and making it more difficult to understand the true scale and impact of anti-Muslim hate in Australia.

Reporting does more than document an incident. It helps build a clearer picture of the nature and prevalence of Islamophobia, supports those affected, informs better responses by governments, institutions and digital platforms, and contributes to creating safer and more inclusive communities.

The campaign also encourages bystanders to play an active role by reporting incidents they witness and standing in solidarity with those affected.

Australia’s Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia, Aftab Malik, said:

“Every report matters. Reporting Islamophobia is not just about responding to individual incidents—it is about helping build a safer Australia where everyone can live with dignity, respect and a sense of belonging. By reporting what we experience and witness, we strengthen our collective ability to understand, respond to and prevent anti-Muslim hate.”

The Office encourages all Australians to learn how to recognise and report Islamophobia and to work together to foster a more respectful, inclusive and cohesive society.