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Evelyn Thompson-George on sharing her father’s story surviving residential school
Evelyn Thompson-George on sharing her father’s story surviving residential school
Evelyn Thompson-George on sharing her father’s story surviving residential school
Friday 4th April 2025
Evelyn Thompson-George discusses her father's experience at Alberni Indian Residential School and her journey to share his story in her book.
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Episode Overview
- Evelyn Thompson-George shares her father's story of surviving residential school.
- The book includes Art Thompson's testimony and court documents.
- Evelyn discusses the challenges of writing and publishing the book.
- She highlights the importance of raising awareness about residential school experiences.
- The episode touches on intergenerational trauma and its impact on families.
I want to make sure that my dad would be proud of the outcome of the work
Evelyn Thompson-George's heartfelt journey in sharing her father's harrowing experiences at the Alberni Indian Residential School is both moving and essential. In this episode of People First Radio, Evelyn discusses the process of bringing her father Art Thompson's story to light through her book, The Defiant 511 of Alberni Indian Residential School. She shares the emotional and practical challenges she faced, from seeking authors to write the book to ultimately deciding to pen it herself.
Art Thompson's testimony, victim impact statement, and other court documents form the core of the book, offering a raw and powerful insight into his life and struggles. Evelyn talks about the overwhelming response she received after sharing parts of her father's story, highlighting the importance of raising awareness about the experiences of residential school survivors. She also touches on the intergenerational trauma that affects families of survivors and her commitment to continuing the conversation.
The episode is a poignant reminder of the resilience of those who endured such hardships and the ongoing need for healing and understanding. Don't miss this opportunity to hear Evelyn's inspiring account and learn more about her father's legacy.