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As Stolen Generations survivors ‘pass away at a rapid rate’, some still await official redress

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised this article contains names, images and voices of deceased people.

The Conversation · Feb 12

Valerie and her siblings were taken from their mother and placed in institutions during Australia’s Stolen Generations. Two didn’t survive

One hundred survivors and their descendants gathered in Canberra this week to mark the 18th anniversary of the apology

The Guardian - AU · Feb 12

Calls for change 17 years on from national apology

For some, the anniversary of the apology to Stolen Generations is a source of pride. For others it is a reminder of the "dire" reality for Indigenous children.

AAP · Feb 12, 2025

Custody death brings great shame: coroner

The story of Stolen Generation member Kevin Bugmy "brings great shame on white Australia", says a coroner in findings on his death after 36 years in prison.

AAP · Jul 6, 2022

Uncle Jack Charles asked to prove Aboriginality to receive Stolen Generations reparations

Renowned actor and Indigenous advocate Uncle Jack Charles says he feels distressed and bewildered after being told he must prove he's Aboriginal to receive a Stolen Generations reparation payment.

ABC News · Jul 1, 2022

Fourteen years on from the National Apology healing continues amid fears of 'another Stolen Generation'

Today marks the 14th anniversary of the National Apology and the moment that Stolen Generation survivor James Michael "Widdy" Welsh says his pain was acknowledged, but data on the number of Indigenous children entering out-of-home care sparks fears of "another Stolen generation".

ABC News · Feb 12, 2022