Brenda’s first memories were of growing up in a loving non-Indigenous foster family before she was suddenly returned to her Aboriginal family. Decades later, she feels disconnected from both halves of her life. Brenda goes searching for the foster family with whom she had lost all contact. Along the way uncovering long-buried secrets, government lies, and the possibility for deeper connections to family and culture.
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Engage your students with the profound stories of healing woven within The Last Daughter documentary by exploring this collection of teaching resources. Uncover the historical significance and lasting repercussions of Australia’s Stolen Generations, while being inspired by the courage, resilience and tenacity of Brenda Matthews’ family pursuit of the truth. Additionally, our comprehensive lessons shed light on the enduring impact of intergenerational trauma.
These lessons were created in partnership with Australians Together.