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.
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 your interest for One Foot Forward 2025
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
Jackie Bromly
Karen Bailey
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. You are here, you are important. I hear you.
Guy Maroney
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Dominique
I’m walking in solidarity with the people I know who've been able to get help - and in memory of those who didn't get it in time.
Taryn and Jack A tribute for Steve Dunnell
This October we’re walking in memory of my dad, Steve Dunnell. In 2018 he took his own life after a long battle with mental illness. It’s not weak to speak and you are never alone.
Ashleigh Dumont
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Amy Garang-Hall A tribute for All the mums
I’m walking in solidarity this October for all the mums holding it together on the outside whilst crumbling on the inside
Bree Churchill A tribute for My Fallen Angels
I’m walking in solidarity this October for myself, all of the amazing people I’ve lost along the way I’ve lost more people to suicide then I can count on my hands, AND EVERY SINGLE ORHER PERSON WHO IS FIGHTING. In the battle against mental health challenges, remember that you are never alone. It's a journey that unites us all, and together, we can lend a helping hand, an empathetic ear, or a shoulder to lean on. By standing together, we not only reduce the stigma surrounding mental health but also create a supportive community that fosters healing and resilience. Let's keep sharing our stories, seeking help when needed, and embracing the strength that comes from unity as we fight the silent battles within ourselves and others.
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness, depression, anxiety and suicide. You are not alone.