The Stolen Generations never ended

<p>Eighteen years ago, Kevin Rudd apologised to the Stolen Generations and said those injustices must never happen again.</p> <p>But in that same year, Vanessa Turnbull-Roberts was taken from her family at just 10 years old.</p> <p>Now, as a lawyer and advocate, she says Australia is still taking First Nations children from their families &ndash; and that the number in out-of-home care is today higher than the estimated number removed during the Stolen Generations.</p> <p>Today, Vanessa Turnbull-Roberts on her own removal, the pipeline from child protection to prison, and what it would take to keep First Nations children with their families and communities.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you enjoy <em>7am</em>, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at <a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> Human rights lawyer and former ACT Commissioner for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children and Young People, Vanessa Turnbull-Roberts</p> <p><strong>Photo:&nbsp;</strong>AAP Image/Jeremy Ng</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>