My Grandfather TL – Simone Andy
Fractured: Broken Ties, Reclaimed Lives
These short videos describe the effect of removal from families on the Stolen Generations, and introduces the Link-Up service to reunite families.
The Fractured project engaged Indigenous young people and their communities in producing images to reflect the strengths and participation of community members in everyday life. The stories are intended to challenge discrimination and racism and their effect on the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
My Grandfather TL – Simone Andy: Simone’s memories of her ‘war veteran’ grandfather, and her own journey in trying to piece together more about his life.
Source: Sista Girl Productions/Australian Centre for the Moving Image/VicHealth
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