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Palestinian careers adviser sues NSW school for racial discrimination over keffiyeh ban

26 Eylül 2026The Guardian

Wasim El-Haj claims he was told to stop wearing a keffiyeh at a Sydney school due to its perceived symbolism, prompting a lawsuit.
Wasim El-Haj, a Palestinian careers adviser, has filed a racial discrimination lawsuit against the New South Wales government after being allegedly instructed to stop wearing a keffiyeh at a Sydney school. The acting principal reportedly claimed the garment could 'cause discord' due to its association with conflict.
El-Haj argues that this action violates the Racial Discrimination Act.
The keffiyeh is a traditional Palestinian scarf that has become a symbol of Palestinian identity and resistance. In recent years, discussions around cultural symbols and their implications have intensified, particularly in the context of global conflicts and local multicultural dynamics.
This case highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding cultural symbols in educational settings, particularly in multicultural societies like Australia. The decision to restrict the wearing of the keffiyeh raises important questions about freedom of expression and the interpretation of symbols in a diverse environment.

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“The keffiyeh was seen as a symbol of conflict.”

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