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Another Stolen Generation (Noongar Radio, Perth)

CBAA Web Articles., 18th September 2014
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By Carol Dowling

 

In Western Australia, Aboriginal children make up more than half of all children in out-of-home care or what is known as foster care. Yet Aboriginal children only make up 5 per cent of the population in the state. Aboriginal foster carer Carol Dowling goes on a journey to investigate whether she and her community are witnessing yet another stolen generation.

UPDATE 17/11/2014 - this documentary has been nominated for a Human Rights Award. Read more.

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