Soeren Rud

Soeren Rud

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Soeren Rud is a Danish historian known for his research into the historical treatment of Greenland by Denmark, particularly in the context of colonial attitudes and policies. His work has shed light on various controversies, including the forced contraception scandal that affected Inuit women in Greenland, wherein he indicated that the rationale behind such policies was partly financial and rooted in a desire to control population growth after World War II.

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Danish historian Soeren Rud told the BBC that the rationale for the policy was partly financial, but also the result of colonial attitudes.

Denmark apologises to Greenland's Inuit victims of forced contraception
BBC·United KingdomUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-28
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