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Topic: Stolen Generations

The Stolen Generations and their consequences still affect almost every Aboriginal family. Explore this topic – it's an essential part of Aboriginal history and present.

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Last updated: 26 July 2019 • 2 min read

Author: Jens Korff

'Sorry' apology to Stolen Generations
On 13 February 2008, Aboriginal people the prime minister of Australia, Kevin Rudd, …
A guide to Australia's Stolen Generations
Read why Aboriginal children were stolen from their families, where they were taken …
Abuse of stolen children
Aboriginal children stolen from their families were often abused by mission …
Compensation for Stolen Generation members
Compensation can help Aboriginal people in their healing process, but many …
Stolen Generation children raised in England and the US
Some children from the Stolen Generations travelled with their adoptive parents to …
Stolen generations around the world
Australia is not alone with its painful history of stolen children. Many countries …
Stolen Generations stories
Nothing is more authentic than stories by those who were taken.
Stolen Generations timeline
Explore the timeline of the Stolen Generations—from the Board for the Protection of …
Stolen Generations—effects and consequences
Removal affects all aspects of their lives. Some are still searching for their …
The Stolen Generations in the arts
Many members of the Stolen Generations sought healing in the arts, for example …

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