Stolen Generations

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One of the darkest chapters of Australian records turned into the compelled elimination of Aboriginal youngsters from their families. Children as younger as babies had been stolen from their families to be located in women and men’s homes, foster families or missions. At the age of 18 they were ‘released’ into white society, most scarred for life by using their reports. These Aboriginal human beings are collectively referred to as the ‘Stolen Generations’ due to the fact numerous generations have been affected. Many Aboriginal humans are still looking for their parents and siblings.
The consequences on the stolen children and their households had been profound and are ongoing. Aboriginal humans suffer from many social and personal issues

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