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AU4H Radio-Real Talk-Every Child Matters-Institutional/Residential School Abuse Awareness
AU4H Radio-Real Talk-Every Child Matters-Institutional/Residential School Abuse Awareness
AU4H Radio-Real Talk-Every Child Matters-Institutional/Residential School Abuse Awareness
Wednesday 9th June 2021
Hosts Donna M. Kshir and Lee 'Cougardawn' Roberts discuss residential school abuse and its lasting impact on First Nations communities.
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Get the buttons here!Every Child Matters: Shedding Light on Residential School Abuse
Children are dying and they shouldn't be at the hands of people who are killing them and, you know, abusing them and then they die from the injuries or just right out murder.
Imagine discovering that your child, who was sent away to a residential school, never came back because they were mistreated or worse. In this powerful episode of AU4H Radio - Real Talk, hosts Donna M. Kshir and Lee 'Cougardawn' Roberts, joined by guest Laurie Ann Smith, tackle the harrowing reality of institutional and residential school abuse. The recent discovery of 215 children's remains in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada, has reignited conversations about these dark chapters in history.
But this isn't just about the past; it's about acknowledging the ongoing impact on First Nations communities today. Donna, Lee, and Laurie passionately discuss the importance of remembering these children and the brutal truths many families faced. Families were often told their children had run away when, in fact, they had died due to abuse and neglect. The trio emphasizes the significance of awareness and education in preventing such atrocities from happening again.
They also delve into the cultural erasure experienced by First Nations people and the crucial need to revive and celebrate their heritage. This episode doesn't shy away from tough topics but handles them with the utmost sensitivity and respect. By sharing these stories, Donna, Lee, and Laurie aim to honor the victims and advocate for justice and healing. If you're looking for an episode that combines heart-wrenching truths with a call to action, this one is not to be missed.