A new report reveals that Indigenous Australians forcibly removed under past government assimilation policies face significantly higher rates of severe or profound disability compared to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous populations. The findings, published by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, highlight long-term physical and health disparities linked to historical removals. The research builds on earlier data and was commissioned by a leading advocacy group supporting survivors and their families. The results underscore ongoing challenges for those affected by these policies.
Indigenous Australians forcibly removed under government policies more likely to have severe or profound disability, report findsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe tens of thousands of Indigenous Australians and their descendents who were forcibly removed under government assimilation policies have far greater physical and health challenges when compared to the wider Indigenous and non-Indigenous populations, according to a new report.The report by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) was commissioned by peak advocacy body the Healing Foundation, which supports Stolen Generations survivors and their families, and builds on existing data released in 2023. Continue reading...
