Peter Read

Professor Peter Read serves as an Adjunct Professor at the Australian National University (ANU), affiliated with the Australian Centre for Indigenous History. He lectured in Aboriginal History at ANU for over 30 years and pioneered critical discourse through coining the term "The Stolen Generation".

His research focuses on Aboriginal History and Indigenous Studies, examining colonial impacts on Indigenous Australian communities with specific emphasis on forced child removal policies and intergenerational trauma. He co-founded Link-Up in 1980, establishing a vital service for tracing and reunifying Indigenous families separated by historical government practices, reflecting his commitment to social justice and historical accountability.

Professor Read's scientific recognition includes:

• Finalist, Australian of the Year Award

His academic leadership extends through ongoing collaboration with the Australian Centre for Indigenous History, where he continues to influence policy and public understanding of Indigenous experiences in Australia.