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It is Mental Health Month!
Join us to walk, run or move this month in solidarity for the 1 in 5 Australians who experience a mental illness each year.
Together, we can show them they are not alone.
How It Works
2. Share
Share your page and raise funds to help Australians impacted by mental illness.
3. Walk
Walk, run or move and log your kilometres throughout October for Mental Health Month.
723,751km
for mental health!
Mental Health stats in Australia
By supporting One Foot Forward, you're helping Black Dog Institute put ground-breaking new mental health treatment, education and digital services into the hands of the people who need them most, helping to create better mental health for all.
Let's show people with mental illness that we're in this together.
Sign up now for One Foot Forward 2026
Join our community to create better mental health for all Australians.
Julia has taken part in One Foot Forward every year since 2021:
"I grew up in a country town where mental health was never really talked about. It wasn't until I was older that I realised the anxiety I felt as a child wasn't just nerves, and that I wasn't the only person experiencing it.
I first joined One Foot Forward after a number of youth suicides in my local community. I wanted to do something to raise awareness and support mental health, but I soon realised I was doing it for myself too.
“My mind and body thrive on it”
Walking has become a huge part of my wellbeing. Being outdoors, connecting with my community and taking time away from screens helps me stay mindful and present. Just as importantly, One Foot Forward helps break down the stigma around mental health and reminds people that they're not alone.
To anyone thinking about taking part in One Foot Forward, I say: do it! Being outside and moving your body can do wonders for your mental health. The community will have your back, and together we'll take it one step at a time."
Register now and join Paul in One Foot Forward 2026.
Your rewards
Get your exclusive T-shirt and fundraising pack!
When you raise $95, you'll earn a One Foot Forward T-shirt to wear throughout your challenge and an exclusive fundraising pack to help you with your challenge.
Your Impact
Advocacy
Sharing world-leading research and real-world stories with policymakers to shape decisions that affect millions, and build a future where all Australians can access timely, affordable care.
Education & Services
Equip teachers with practical tools and professional support to provide safety and guidance to teenagers in the years when they are most vulnerable to forming mental health conditions.
Youth Mental Health
Teaching children with anxiety or depressive symptoms how to create healthier ways of thinking.
Suicide Prevention
Translate research into a digital program which can support people with suicidal thoughts to seek help when they need it most.
Solidarity Wall
Lisa
Dannii
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. I have suffered for over 10 months and still a long way to go, this has gave me motivation to get out of bed and i have been walking 4.5kms a day ❤️
Martin O’Connor A tribute for Ingrid Patricia O’Connor
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. My sister had, like myself, diagnosed depressive symptoms, but she didn’t know how to deal with them. Ingrid self medicated and in that process she lost her job, her marriage and her only daughter.. After that she declined quickly and became a disillusioned alcoholic. 12 months later we lost Ingrid to a violent homicide… if the services that are available today were available back then maybe Ingrid would have been able to get the help she needed and her untimely death would have been prevented.
Emma Wake A tribute for Dave
I’m walking in solidarity this October for our friend and Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Shawna
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Mark Howie
I’m walking this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide—and for myself. You/we are not alone. To everyone who donated: it’s too overwhelming to thank you individually, but I appreciate you all. Thank you.Mental illness is exhausting. It’s a place where you lose hope and confidence—where you don't know who you are, but you know exactly who you're not. You start this battle ready with a broadsword and a shield. After fighting so long, they get worn down to a toothpick and a fortune cookie. That’s all you have left against the despair. I don't know much, but I’m good at walking. That's enough for now.Actually, I do know one thing: getting the inside fire going with wet wood, when it's cold, is frustratingly challenging. You try for half an hour and the bloody thing doesn't light, and you completely lose hope and give up. Then, all of a sudden, you notice the embers have spread and caught flame. After trying and trying and losing hope, it catches flame and you have a fire that gives you a warm, relaxing space to share or take comfort in yourself. Might be a bit of something in that process for all of us. ❤️
Jess Cootes
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Gorgina and Millie
I’m walking with mum in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Ella Young
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.