[2] AJA asserts that their public policy outlook is rooted in traditional Halachic principles and states that they are welcoming of members of all levels of observance who have an emphasis on support for Israel.
[6] AJA's objectives are to work within the laws and regulations of Australia's liberal democracy and provide advocacy and representation for its members to the government, media and established institutions.
AJA states that it is not affiliated with any political party but engages with all politicians to promote Jewish life in Australia.
AJAT subscribes to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism and conducts activities to implement its adoption in Australian jurisdictions and institutions.
[12] CEO Robert Gregory stated that AJA is shocked at the level of support for Hezbollah on the streets of Sydney and Melbourne during a series of protests after the death of its leader Hassan Nasrallah.
This drew criticism from the LMA president who called for AJA to be investigated by the New South Wales police for hate speech and intolerance.