Innovative ways to fill gaps in records are providing important details to former residents of institutions where records are missing
Testing the upgraded website platform
Revered Elder Uncle Jack Charles leaves a powerful legacy that will continue to impact on our country for many years to come.
WATCH: Family history presents many challenges for children who grew up in out-of-home care and their relatives, but is a crucial step towards justice and recognition.
Records can turn up in the least expected places, and sometimes with a little help from The Seekers
Children of displaced persons arrived in Australia with a least one parent, but many were placed in orphanages. We’re looking into this piece of Australian history.
In NAIDOC week, improving records access for Stolen Generations should be a priority for archives everywhere. This training is still available, just as important as it was when first posted in 2021, and provided free.
Much of the country shivered through an arctic start to winter, but what was life like in institutions as the weather turned cold?
Personal stories of people who spent time in care are incredibly powerful. Here’s one about the impact of telling your story, and being believed.
We’ve updated the Child Welfare Timeline
Dec 18, 2024
Nov 15, 2024
