Jamie Oliver has apologized and withdrawn his children’s book, “Billy and the Epic Escape,” following criticism from Indigenous Australians. The book, which features an Aboriginal girl with mystical powers living in foster care who is abducted from her home in central Australia, was deemed insensitive and stereotypical by many.
Oliver expressed his regret for causing offense and acknowledged that the book’s portrayal of Indigenous Australians was inaccurate and harmful. He stated that he and his publishers would be withdrawing the book from sale and would be taking steps to ensure that future projects are more culturally sensitive.
This incident highlights the importance of careful consideration and consultation with Indigenous communities when creating stories and media that involve their cultures and experiences.
* ca.news.yahoo.com/jamie-oliver-devastated-childrens-book-131752633.html
Oliver expressed his regret for causing offense and acknowledged that the book’s portrayal of Indigenous Australians was inaccurate and harmful. He stated that he and his publishers would be withdrawing the book from sale and would be taking steps to ensure that future projects are more culturally sensitive.
This incident highlights the importance of careful consideration and consultation with Indigenous communities when creating stories and media that involve their cultures and experiences.
* ca.news.yahoo.com/jamie-oliver-devastated-childrens-book-131752633.html