Indigenous Peoples Questions
The impact of forced assimilation policies on Indigenous Peoples is often detrimental and has resulted in the loss of cultural identity, language, traditional practices, and land rights. These policies have led to the marginalization, discrimination, and social, economic, and political disadvantages faced by Indigenous Peoples. Forced assimilation has also contributed to intergenerational trauma, mental health issues, and the erosion of Indigenous communities and their way of life.