Episode
Church Apologizes for Forced Adoptions
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- Jun 18, 2026
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- 90
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Summary
The Church of England has issued a formal apology for its role in forced adoptions that lasted until the mid-1970s, revealing how unmarried mothers were punished with grueling labor and how babies were treated as commodities to meet adoption demands. Archbishop Sarah Mullally, the first woman to lead the church, voiced profound regret, acknowledging firsthand accounts of mothers stripped of their rights and agency. Despite official policies supporting mothers keeping their children, staff routinely ignored these rules, partnering with adoption agencies and perpetuating dehumanizing practices that left countless women and children in devastating circumstances. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/03f4e5e048587e43