The "stolen generation" refers to indigenous Australian children who were forcibly removed from their families by the Australian government and placed in institutions or with white families. This policy of forced removal was implemented from the late 1800s until the 1970s, with some estimates suggesting that up to one in three indigenous children were taken from their families in this way. The impact of this policy on Australia has been profound, with many indigenous Australians experiencing significant trauma, loss of identity, and disconnection from their culture and community as a result of being taken from their families. The legacy of the stolen generation continues to be felt today, with ongoing efforts to promote reconciliation, healing, and justice for those affected by this policy.
The people of the "stolen generation" were Indigenous Australian children who were forcibly removed from their families and communities by the Australian government and various welfare agencies between the late 1800s and the 1970s. This policy was implemented as a means to assimilate Indigenous children into white Australian society and to eradicate their cultural identity. The impact of the stolen generation on Australia has been devastating. Many of these children experienced trauma, loss of identity, and disconnection from their cultural heritage. This has had lasting social, emotional, and psychological effects on individuals, families, and communities. The stolen generation has also contributed to intergenerational trauma, impacting subsequent generations of Indigenous Australians. Furthermore, the policy has had significant implications for the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, highlighting deep-seated systemic racism and discrimination.
