Ideas How 60s Scoop 'warriors' reclaimed their Indigenous roots
Oct 14, 2025
Join Leticia Racine, a Sixties Scoop survivor and pivotal figure in the Racine v. Woods Supreme Court case, as she shares her inspiring journey of reconnecting with her Indigenous roots. Raven Sinclair, an expert on Indigenous child welfare, discusses the vital role of cultural reacculturation for adoptees. Colleen Heal, co-founder of the 60s Scoop Network, highlights grassroots support for survivors. They delve into themes of cultural disconnection, the challenges of family reunification, and how survivors are becoming change-makers in their communities.
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Lost Roots, Late Discovery
- Leticia Racine was taken as a baby during the Sixties Scoop and later discovered her nation in her teens.
- She describes growing up with privileges but lacking ceremony, culture, and identity.
Bonding Vs. Cultural Harm
- Court experts emphasized immediate bonding over long-term cultural harms.
- Testimony warning of later identity harm was largely discounted by judges.
Shame And Self-Rejection
- Leticia experienced racism and shame at school and tried to 'wash her skin off' to not be brown.
- Her behavior escalated into trouble, reflecting unresolved identity pain.