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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.
804,282km
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
Jake
Elisha
Please be Kind, as you never know what someone is going through. The effects of mental illness and the impact of physical health can cause significant impairment in daily life. With awareness, understanding, empathy and early intervention supports. This foundation can pave the way to more effectively promote mental health and well being. Therefore, I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Jo Patching
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Andrew A tribute for Lives lost
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide.
Brooke
This October, I’ll be walking 100km to raise funds for Australians affected by mental health as part of the One Foot Forward challenge. Mental health has touched my life, my family, and many of my friends. Over the past 12 months, I’ve lost two incredibly important people, and their absence is something I carry with me every day. Taking part in this fundraiser is my way of honouring their memory while helping raise awareness and support for those who are still fighting battles we can’t always see. If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that you never truly know what someone is going through even behind the brightest smile. A little kindness, understanding, or simply checking in on someone can make all the difference. Please remember you are never alone. Every step I take is for those who need hope, support, and to know they’re are never fighting this battle alone 💛🦋🌈
Kayleigh Griffiths
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. I have been in some very dark places, the worst being when health anxiety and depression took over my life to the point I only felt peace when I was asleep, a very dark, lonely and scary time for me. I am doing this for everyone currently experiencing a decline in their mental health ❤️
Leanne Hoskin
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. Good on everyone participating in this years challenge. This lil challenge against myself is giving me such a good mindset, I suffer terribly with anxiety and depression, but just a little ding on my phone that lets me know I have had another donation to my page uplifts me so much. Take care everyone, don't tri[p over while your out there doing good for our misssion. Cheers Leanne
Tracey Vine A tribute for My Dad David Vine
I'm walking for my Dad. I will always walk for my Dad. I love you dad. You were not alone and I know you knew that.
Heidi
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. As someone who has struggled with mental illness I want other to know they are not alone and that it’s ok to not be okay
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.