Dutch: Cabinet offers apologies for role in forced surrender of children.
The Dutch government will apologize for actions taken in the late 20th century. These actions involved women and girls having unexpected pregnancies. The government believes this caused distress for families.
The Dutch cabinet plans to apologize for a specific historical practice. This practice involved women and girls who became pregnant without planning. These women were often asked to give their children to guardians. Many families experienced significant problems and sadness because of this. The government recognizes this as a serious injustice.
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Highlights
Cabinet Offers Apologies
The Dutch government will apologize for its role in the past.
Forced Child Placement
Women and girls were forced to give up their children.
Unexpected Pregnancies Involved
This happened because of unplanned pregnancies.
Guardians Were Required
Families had to place children with guardians.
Distress and Hardship
This caused a lot of pain and trouble for families.