Brothers torn apart by Stolen Generations policies share their story
Brothers Iain Seymour and Allen Edwards reunited after 55 years apart, discovering their shared Aboriginal heritage through the Link Up SA service. Their mother, Avis Gale, was taken from her family as part of the Stolen Generations policies, which disconnected many Indigenous Australians from their culture. The brothers are now involved in Indigenous education and reconciliation efforts in Adelaide, reflecting on their emotional journey of rediscovery.
- ▪Iain Seymour learned about his adoption and Aboriginal heritage through a DNA test and the Link Up SA service.
- ▪The brothers met at Colebrook Reconciliation Park, the site of the institution where their mother was raised.
- ▪Stolen Generations policies led to many Indigenous children being taken from their families and raised without their culture.
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Stolen Generations brothers share their story ahead of Reconciliation WeekBy Eugene BoisvertTopic:Stolen GenerationsThu 28 May 2026 at 6:23amThu 28 May 2026 at 6:23amThu 28 May 2026 at 6:23amLoading...In short:Iain Seymour found out he was adopted and met his Aboriginal family through the Link Up SA service for Stolen Generations survivors.He and his newly discovered brother, Allen Edwards, are involved in Indigenous education and reconciliation in Adelaide. What's next?A march will be held this weekend in Adelaide for National Reconciliation Week.abc.net.au/news/stolen-generation-brothers-reunite-at-colebrook-home-site/106675580Link copiedShareShare articleIt was a joyful moment when brothers Allen Edwards and Iain Seymour got to meet each other after 55 years apart.Warning: This story…
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