In February 2025, Lebanese-Australian artist Khaled Sabsabi was abruptly removed from representing Australia at the 2026 Venice Biennale, igniting a firestorm of controversy within the international arts community. The decision, made by Creative Australia, followed backlash over Sabsabi’s 2007 video installation You
From June 2-13, 2025, UN Special Rapporteur Alexandra Xanthaki will visit Micronesia to evaluate cultural rights, inclusivity, and challenges. Her findings, including recommendations, will be presented to the UN in March 2026.
Censorship of Palestinian symbols in Australian arts fuels major controversy and artistic freedom concerns.
