Why the Need for the Indian Child Welfare Act? |
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George,-Lila-J.
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1/1/97
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Journal
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Journal-of-Multicultural-Social-Work;
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5(3-4)
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Social/Public Policy and Administration
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Explores two historical periods that preceded the Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978: the boarding and mission school era (1880s-1950s) and the Indian adoption era (1950s-70s). The assimilationist social welfare policy of thosetwo eras led to the eventual need for special legislation that protects tribal self-determination, heritage, and family preservation. Contains 23 references.
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