Sorry Day film highlights plight of stolen generation

A FILM about the stolen generation will be shown at the Barry Jones Auditorium on National Sorry Day to help the healing process.

Arts, Community and Cultural Services committee chairperson Cr Charlie Pisasale said council was proud to support the healing process for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who continue to feel the impact of the stolen generation.

"These were tragic events in this country's history and it is important that we as a community acknowledge it happened and the affect it still has on some of the city's residents," Cr Pisasale said.

"The film, called Stolen Generation, shares the stories of three Aboriginal people who were removed from their families. These stories are mixed with interviews from historians and archival footage of that time.

"Ipswich is a multicultural city and one that embraces equality and the rights of all its residents.

"I hope many locals take the opportunity to watch this documentary."

National Sorry Day was declared on May 26, 1997 when the Bring Them Home report was tabled in Parliament.

Stolen Generation will screen at the Barry Jones Auditorium on May 26 at 6.00pm.

Admission is free however bookings are essential and can be made by phoning 3810 6655.