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.
29,299 people walking in solidarity
$5,480,865 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
Francine Hunter
Michelle A tribute for For those that lost the battle but never forgotten
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone and with my walking buddy by my side
Priya A tribute for No one should be made to feel they are alone
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Thomas Lowe
It ain’t weak to speak my brothers and sisters, if you’re reading this you are loved you are worthy and you are capable of great things! Peace and Love Tom
Sharna Ingram A tribute for My family and friends battling their own journey of mental health!
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Jess
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. Life is hard. Life is a challenge. Please remember there is always someone there for you, even if it doesn't feel like it. The struggle is real and there is support.
Felicity A tribute for Jarryd
For those who thought they would be forgotten and for those that think no one will notice….you are worth the space you take up! You are worth every moment in people’s lives. At times you may get taken for granted and not appreciated enough, but there are people who love you and when you’re not here, you are missed.
Cathy Stewart A tribute for My nephew Jaydon forever in our hearts 💙💙💙
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. This year I’m walking in honour of my nephew Jaydon who sadly left us 3 years ago you’ll always be our hero love n miss you everyday forever in our hearts 💙💙💙
I'm walking in solidarity for all young people affected my anxiety and depression.