October is Mental Health Month
Join us to walk, run or roll 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 roll and log your kms throughout October for Mental Health Month.
Walking Together. Standing Together. Stronger Together.
29,103 people walking in solidarity
$4,396,555 raised for mental health
Mental Health stats in Australia
1 in 5
Australians experience a mental illness each year
9
people in Australia die by suicide every day
50%
of people living with mental illness will not seek professional help
Let's show people with mental illness that we're in this together.
Funds raised will help Black Dog Institute put ground-breaking new mental health treatment, education and digital services into the hands of the people who need them most.
Register now for One Foot Forward 2024
Join our community to create better mental health for all Australians.
Paul Rudd takes part in One Foot Forward every year:
"I went through a bad patch with my mental health when I hurt my back and I needed a lot of time off to recover. I had limited mobility, so I started to lose contact with the outside world. Then I lost interest in doing anything at all. My mind just clouded all positive thoughts.
It took me two years to rebuild myself. So when I heard about One Foot Forward I decided to take part. I wanted to connect with other people who had been through something similar.
“The community is a big, supportive family.”
To anyone thinking about taking part in One Foot Forward, I say ‘Do it!’. You get to enjoy the fresh air and get your blood moving. It’s also a fun community thing. Above all, it helps raise funds and awareness that help is out there if you need support for your mental health.”
Register now and join Paul in One Foot Forward 2024.
Solidarity Wall
Joanne
Gemma
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Michelle
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Sahara rose
I’m walking and running in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. Remember, YOU are not alone! There are so many people on this earth who are grateful to have you in their life and cherish you dearly. You are loved, never forget it ❤️
Juanita A tribute for Everyone who has been affected by mental health
At the age of 13, I was first made aware of mental health problems because my cousin committed suicide (1987). Since then I have lost several friends to suicide & I have also been so low I have contemplated ending my life. I have complex PTSD, among plenty of other mental health disorders however I am a warrior and I have my support… My family lost our mum to cancer 21 months ago, she was a beautiful soul and our rock. Our mental health has been affected greatly and on a daily basis I cry… I am putting one foot forward in memory of my mum…
Mel
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Despina Parliaros
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Freya
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. I want people to know and understand that you are not alone in this journey. Their are people here who care and support you. Although you may not feel loved right now, just know that you are. Keep smiling and start living ❤️
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.