Pre-trip Session 2 - the aftermath

Hi folks!

I hope today's session was both an eye, as well as a mind-opener for you! I apologize for the technical difficulties that delayed the start of the session, causing many of you to miss the later part of the film (doesn't seem quite right to call it a 'movie' huh?). I know the film was rather heavy going but I think it did a pretty good job in bringing a personal account onto the screen.

So now what do you do?

Read the notes we've provided - absentees, please collect your copy from Hsien Liang. The notes will give you a more complete picture about the Stolen Generations.

Do note that the film is based on a personal account - so it is biased. But there is always two sides to the coin right? Try to keep this in mind while you try to find more information and you may come to understand why some members of the Australian public refer to them as the "Stolen Generations" (in quotation marks).

Then its time to reflect and blog! We've provided you with some questions you should look into and we look forward to reading your answers.

It would be good if we can hear from every group - so each group member may want to take turns to blog after every pre-trip session.

Come on, share your views!