Dusty Feet Mob is an Aboriginal dance group from Port Augusta, South Australia, comprising members aged six to thirty-one. More than just a dance troupe, they foster strength, confidence, and dignity within their community. Notably, they perform to Archie Roach's song "Took the Children Away," using dance to promote healing and address the legacy of the stolen generations.
Supported by parents, grandparents, and mentors, Dusty Feet Mob plays a crucial role in passing down cultural knowledge, language, and stories. Through contemporary song and dance, they share Aboriginal culture with broader audiences, reinforcing connections to culture, language, and country. Their performances and workshops, held nationwide, aim to celebrate Aboriginal identity and foster understanding and empathy among both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal communities.
