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Glossary Term Assimilation policy (1951 - 1965?)
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Summary
The policy of absorbing Aboriginal people into white society through the process of removing children from their families. The ultimate intent of this policy was the destruction of Aboriginal society.
Prepared by: Karen George and Gary George
Created: 27 October 2011, Last modified: 12 June 2012
Last updated: 30 April 2013
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