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October 2026 is Mental Health Month
Join us to walk, run or move 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.
Mental Health stats in Australia
1 in 5
Australians experience a mental illness each year.
1 in 6
Australians experience an anxiety disorder each year.
1 in 7
children and adolescents experience a mental illness each year.
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.
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
Tom
Jade A tribute for Dean Mascarello
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Chels
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
SALLY ANAIS
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians Sally Anais I am walking 100km to support Australians living with mental illness Raised $285 My Goal $1,000 Share my page Total Raised $285 Total Distance 19km Distance Goal 100km SALLY ANAIS Message of Support I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. Tribute to my three friends lost to suicide 💔 and all the other Australians too. R.I.P. I know of hand and so does all my family and friends how difficult it is to live with Mental Health. I've lived with Mental Health ever since I was a little girl and I still do at 61 years of age. So I would and I do anything that may help at least one's persons struggles with such a nasty disease. Support My Walk for Mental Health Research Did you know that 1 in 5 people experience symptoms of mental illness each year? In fact, every day in Australia, 9 people will die by suicide. Mental illness can be debilitating and can have a devastating impact on not only those living with it, but those around them. This October, I’ll be taking part in One Foot Forward to help reduce the impact of mental illness and suicide. I'm walking to raise funds for Black Dog Institute, so that they can put ground-breaking new mental health treatment, education, and digital services into the hands of the people who need them most. It would mean so much to me if you donated to support my walk. Together, we can create better mental health for all Australians. My Updates IF I RAISE $24 OR MORE TODAY... I go in the draw to winn a $200 REBLE voucher My impact over 1 year My Achievements Thank you to my Sponsors $50 Anonymous GO ŽENO $50 Facebook Donation $42.20 Sally Anais $40 Facebook Donation $31.65 Vi Harrold Proud of you 👏 $21 Biljana Wedrowicz $20 Facebook Donation $20 Facebook Donation $10.55 Deb Well done Sal 💕💕 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY The Black Dog Institute acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of this nation and the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We recognise all Australian communities who, through their lived experience, help to guide the research and resources developed at the Black Dog Institute. CRISIS SUPPORT NUMBERS If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, contact the following crisis services: Emergency 000 Lifeline 13 11 14 Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800 MensLine 1300 78 99 78 Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467 Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy FAQs Contact Us Copyright © 2023 Black Dog Institute | ABN 12 115 954 197 by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Clare Goss
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Rae
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Scott Nicol
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians and myself affected by mental illness and suicide. We walk together.
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
Vanessa
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
You still haven’t even met all of the people who are going to love you !!!