"Always Watching" lets survivors speak for themselves.
From children taken at just months old to families still searching for lost siblings decades later—these are the stories Australia needs to hear.
Not because they're comfortable. Because they're true..
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The film begins with Elder song—a deliberate choice. Before words, before testimony, before pain is named, we hear the cultural foundation that removal tried to destroy but never could.
They were taken as infants. Some don't remember their mothers' faces. Others remember everything—the screaming, the struggle, the moment their childhood ended.
They grew up being told they weren't Aboriginal. Forced to forget their language. Punished for their skin. Taught to be ashamed of who they were.
Decades later, they're still searching. Link-Up NSW has reunited over 5,000 families, but thousands more are still looking. Still healing. Still waiting.
68 minutes of unfiltered truth. No narrator. No dramatic music. Just survivors—telling their stories, honoring their ancestors, and demanding Australia listen.
We end where we began: with culture. With survival. With hope that recognition brings healing.
1 in 3
Aboriginal children in NSW were removed from their families between 1910-1970
Source: Bringing Them Home Report, 1997
12x
Aboriginal children in NSW are removed from families TODAY at 12 times the rate of non-Aboriginal children
Source: Family Matters Report, 2024
5,000+%
Families reunited through Link-Up NSW since 1980—but thousands are still searching
Source: Link-Up (NSW) Aboriginal Corporation
80%
Of Stolen Generations survivors experience ongoing trauma impacts
Source: Healing Foundation Research, 2023
Every Aboriginal family in Australia was affected by removal policies.
This is not distant history. These policies shaped the Australia we live in today.
These screenings aren't entertainment. They're ceremony. They're recognition. They're the beginning of reconciliation.
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We understand this content is heavy. Support services, including trauma counseling and cultural support, are available before, during, and after every screening. You won't face this alone.
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Trained facilitators guide every screening with cultural sensitivity and psychological safety at the forefront.
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Stay for the conversation. Process together. Share tears, questions, and commitments to action.
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You'll receive detailed content warnings, preparation materials, and access to trauma counselors at every screening.
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Link-Up NSW representatives attend screenings to support anyone seeking family tracing services or healing resources.
For over 40 years, Link-Up NSW has been reuniting Stolen Generations survivors with their families and culture.
LINK-UP (NSW) ABORIGINAL CORPORATION
"Bringing families home since 1980"
5,000+
Families reunited
40+ YEARS
Of healing work
24/7
Support available
Link-Up NSW provides free, confidential family tracing services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people removed from their families under past government policies.
Every screening includes: Link-Up NSW information packets, direct connection to family search services, and ongoing support for anyone beginning their reunion journey.
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Community Screening
$12 - $15
(Pricing varies by venue)
Full 68-minute documentary screening
Access to post-screening discussion
Connection to support resources
Content warnings and preparation guide
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Educational Screening
Group Bookings
Available
Full documentary screening
Facilitated discussion with educator guides
Curriculum-aligned resources
Q&A session with filmmakers or Link-Up representatives
Support services information
Perfect for: Schools and universities, Professional development sessions, Community organizations, Reconciliation action groups
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Fundraising Screening
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Support Link-Up NSW and related services
Community-building opportunity
Discussion facilitation resources
Promotional materials provided
Proceeds support: Family reunification services, Healing programs for survivors, Cultural connection initiatives
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I'm not Aboriginal. Is this screening for me?
Yes. This is everyone's history.
Non-Indigenous Australians attending these screenings are part of the healing process. Your witness matters. Your understanding matters. Your presence in the reconciliation journey matters.
Many attendees are non-Indigenous people who want to understand this chapter of Australian history more deeply and contribute to healing. You're welcome here.
Is this content suitable for all audiences?
This documentary contains emotionally challenging content about child removal, institutional abuse, and intergenerational trauma.
Content warnings are provided in advance of all screenings. We recommend:
Ages 15+ for general audiences
Adult supervision for younger viewers
Advance review for educators bringing student groups
Consideration of personal/family history with these issues
Support services and resources are available at every screening.
What support is available during and after screenings?
Every screening includes:
Information about counseling services
Access to Link-Up NSW support
Post-screening discussion opportunities
Connection to local Indigenous support services
Resource guides for further learning
Can I bring a group or organize a private screening?
Yes! We welcome group bookings for:
Educational institutions
Community organizations
Corporate reconciliation initiatives
Professional development sessions
Contact us about hosting a screening in your space with facilitated discussion options.
How long is the documentary?
Always Watching runs 68 minutes, with additional time for:
Pre-screening acknowledgment and context setting (5-10 minutes)
Post-screening discussion (30-60 minutes, optional)
Connection to support services
Plan for approximately 2 hours for the full experience.
What is Link-Up NSW?
Link-Up (NSW) Aboriginal Corporation is the organization dedicated to reuniting Stolen Generations survivors with their families.
Since 1980, they have:
Reunited over 5,000 survivors with their families
Provided trauma-informed family tracing
Offered cultural connection and identity support
Created safe spaces for healing
There are 15 Link-Up services across Australia.
Learn more: www.linkupnsw.org.au
How can I learn more about the Stolen Generations?
We provide resource guides at each screening, including:
Bringing Them Home Report (1997)
Family Matters Report (2023)
Healing Foundation resources
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS)
Educational materials are available for teachers and facilitators.
Can I watch this film online?
Currently, Always Watching is only available through community screenings to:
Create safe, supported viewing environments
Foster community dialogue and healing
Ensure access to support services
Honor the sacred nature of these stories
Don't see a screening near you? Request one for your community.
What happens after I book?
After booking, you'll receive:
Screening confirmation with date, time, and location
Content warnings and preparation information
Information about support services available
Post-screening discussion details
Community resources guide
How can I support this work?
You can help by:
Attending a screening and bringing others
Requesting screenings in new communities
Supporting Link-Up NSW's reunification work
Sharing information about the film
Engaging in reconciliation actions in your community
These stories have waited decades to be heard.
These families have waited generations to be reunified.
This healing has waited long enough to begin.
Be part of the change. Witness the truth. Support the healing.
FANFORCE TV acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and future Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that this page may contain images or names of people who have passed away.