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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D8611/1/5
TitleDonna Briscoe-Greene - NLL Derby OH Interview - Full Audio
Date28 May 2025
DescriptionBiographical History:

Donna Briscoe-Greene, born 1970 in Derby, reflects on her upbringing in the 1970s and 1980s, her experiences as a “latch-key kid,” and her journey into parenthood through adoption. She discusses personal and social challenges, including racism, family dynamics, and the complexities of the adoption process.

Scope and Content:

The interview explores Donna’s childhood, her reflections on family life, and her path to adopting her daughter. Key themes include:

Childhood experiences and family structure.
Reflections on societal changes regarding unsupervised children.
Thoughts on parenthood and conception challenges.
Adoption journey and emotional impact.
Transition to single motherhood and personal growth.
Early parenting challenges and bonding moments.
Family and social support networks.
Use of music and symbolic objects to comfort her daughter.
Reflections on her daughter’s nickname and family interactions.
LevelItem
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
Archive CreatorMurmuration Arts CIC
Access CategoryOPEN
Privacy NoticeData Subjects in Archives Privacy Notice
FormatDigital
DimensionsLength: 22 minutes 12 seconds
CopyrightIn Copyright
Related MaterialSee D8611/2/5 for summary sheet.
TermOral history
Sound recordings
Adoption
Racism
Single mothers
Single parents
One parent families
Family
Kinship
Family environment
Parent child relationship
Parent attitudes
Places
Place (click for further details)Type
Derby 
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