Australia: Apology essential first step in addressing legacy of ...

Amnesty International today welcomed the Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's apology to the members of the 'Stolen Generation' of indigenous Australians and their families. Amnesty International Australia Campaign Coordinator Rodney Dillon said: 'We are greatly encouraged by the Australian government's decision to make a formal apology one of its first priorities. 'We hope this gesture will be a symbolic end to the tragic legacy of horrific treatment of Aboriginal children, and the first step towards addressing the serious human rights violations indigenous Australians face every day. 'An apology will help develop respect and establish meaningful relationships between indigenous and non-indigenous Australians and is essential to reconciliation.

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