Australia's Stolen Generation mapped in Doris Pilkington's "rabbit proof fence"

Pre-University Paper , 2012 , 11 Pages , Grade: 14 Punkte (Note 1)

Didactics for the subject English - Literature, Works

Overview / Gliederung:

Title:

Australia’s “Stolen Generation” mapped in Doris Pilkington’s “Rabbit-proof-fence”

About the author: Doris Pilkington Garimara
Short summary of her book “Rabbit-proof-fence”

Facts about the “Rabbit-proof-fence” in Australia

History of the Aborigines

Definition of the “Stolen Generation” in Australia

European Settlement and its effects on Australia

1. Colonisation

1.1 Which motives did the English have for colonization?

1.2 Consequences for the indigenous people in Australia:

2. Removal of Aboriginal children

2.1 Reasons for the removal

2.2 Living conditions of the abducted children

2.3 Far-reaching consequences for these infants

2.4 The current situation of stolen kids / now adults

The rise of Aboriginal rights

1. National Sorry Day in Australia

2. Compensations and apologies

3. Important rights and official end of discrimination

Further media which include the topic of the “Stolen Generation”

Is the fate of the Molly, Daisy and Gracie typical for children from that time?

Vocab

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Australia's "Stolen Generation" mapped in Doris Pilkington's "Rabbit-proof-fence"
• History of the Aborigines
• Definition of the "Stolen Generation" in Australia
• European Settlement and its effects on Australia
  • Colonisation
    • Which motives did the English have for colonization?
    • Consequences for the indigenous people in Australia:
  • Removal of Aboriginal children
    • Reasons for the removal
    • Living conditions of the abducted children
    • Far-reaching consequences for these infants
    • The current situation of stolen kids / now adults
• The rise of Aboriginal rights
  • National Sorry Day in Australia
  • Compensations and apologies
  • Important rights and official end of discrimination
• Further media which include the topic of the "Stolen Generation"
• Is the fate of the Molly, Daisy and Gracie typical for children from that time?
• What could Australia be sorry for?

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This text explores the historical context and impact of the "Stolen Generation" in Australia, focusing on the forced removal of Aboriginal children from their families. The text examines the motivations behind these policies, the living conditions experienced by the children, and the long-term consequences for individuals and communities.

• The history and cultural significance of the Aboriginal people in Australia
• The policies and practices of the "Stolen Generation" and their impact on Aboriginal communities
• The social, psychological, and economic effects of forced removal on Aboriginal children
• The struggle for recognition and reconciliation in Australia
• The importance of understanding and addressing the historical injustices faced by Aboriginal people

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• The text opens by introducing Doris Pilkington's book "Rabbit-Proof-Fence," which tells the story of three Aboriginal girls who escape from a Native Settlement and journey back home. The book serves as a starting point for exploring the broader history of the "Stolen Generation" in Australia.
• The second chapter provides an overview of the Aboriginal people in Australia, their history, and the impact of European settlement on their culture and way of life. This chapter discusses the significant decline in the Aboriginal population and the prevalence of European descent in Australia.
• The third chapter defines the "Stolen Generation" as a period of forced removal of Aboriginal children from their families between the 1900s and 1960s. The chapter cites statistics and government reports to highlight the scale of this practice and the government's role in it.
• The fourth chapter delves into the motives and rationale behind the removal of Aboriginal children, particularly focusing on the Australian government's attempt to assimilate Aboriginal children into white society and control the growth of a "mixed race" population.
• The fifth chapter examines the living conditions of the Aboriginal children who were removed from their families. This chapter highlights the inadequate facilities, overcrowded classrooms, and lack of care that many children experienced in institutions.
• The sixth chapter explores the long-term consequences of forced removal for the Aboriginal children, including trauma, cultural loss, and difficulty forming healthy relationships. The chapter discusses the impact of these experiences on their adult lives.
• The seventh chapter examines the rise of Aboriginal rights in Australia, including the creation of National Sorry Day and the government's attempts to provide compensation and apologies for the historical injustices.
• The eighth chapter provides additional context and details regarding the "Stolen Generation" by mentioning other media and literary works that delve into the topic.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The text focuses on the historical context and impact of the "Stolen Generation" in Australia, exploring topics such as Aboriginal history, cultural assimilation, forced removal, Indigenous rights, reconciliation, and social justice. Key terms and concepts include: Stolen Generation, Aboriginal, Indigenous, assimilation, forced removal, mission camps, Native Settlement, half-caste, discrimination, reconciliation, National Sorry Day, compensation, and trauma.

• Grade: 14 Punkte (Note 1)
• Author: Sandra Bosnic (Author)
• Publication Year: 2012
• Pages: 11
• Catalog Number: V191502
• ISBN (eBook): 9783656169765
• ISBN (Book): 9783656169970
• Language: English
• Tags: Fachreferat Englisch, Australia, Stolen Generation, Australien, Rabbit proof fence, Doris Pilkington, FOS, BOS, 12. Klasse, Seminararbeiteit, Referat Englisch, long walk home, more river native settlement, Australia history, Aborigines, British colonization, Englische Kolonien