Genocide Scholars Group Faces Scrutiny Over ‘Forced’ Israel Resolution Vote

The International Association for Genocide Scholars (IAGS) is under fire after a prominent member accused the group of pushing through a resolution condemning Israel for genocide without proper debate. Sara Brown, a long-standing IAGS member and former advisory board participant, claims standard practices for discussing controversial resolutions, including a virtual town hall, were bypassed for the Israel resolution.

Brown, who also serves as the American Jewish Committee’s regional director in San Diego, expressed dismay over the alleged lack of professionalism, highlighting that the resolution cited organizations and individuals known for reinterpreting genocide definitions and exhibiting antisemitic rhetoric. Emails obtained by The Times of Israel reportedly show IAGS leadership initially promised a town hall discussion in late July but later reversed course, citing an executive board vote.

Further concerns were raised about the suppression of dissenting opinions on the association’s listserv and the refusal to disclose the resolution’s drafters. Brown noted that only 129 out of approximately 500 members voted on the resolution, suggesting it was ‘forced through without the usual transparency’ and favored ‘activists who are seeking to advance a false narrative about Israel.’

In response, Emily Sample, IAGS communications officer, disputed Brown’s account. Sample stated that town hall discussions are not mandatory by bylaws and have not occurred for all resolutions. She defended the process, asserting that sufficient contextual information was available for scholars to make informed decisions and that the 30% voting turnout was ‘pretty standard.’ The resolution ultimately passed with 86% support, meeting the required 20% quorum and two-thirds majority per the association’s bylaws.

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