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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.
1,663,957km
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
Sarah
Melinda Vermey
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Leanne S
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are never walking alone.
Ashleigh
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Andy Chaffey
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. We must work together and support those in our lives affected by mental illness. Together we can stand strong and united to make a change.
Millan
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Emma zalewski
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Kelly Eckel
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. The month has started and so have I - and I'm loving it! Keep walking together, standing together and we're stronger together
Luna
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. This month, I’ll be taking part in One Foot Forward to help reduce the impact of mental illness and suicide. I'm am: - organising the 10km Walk for our teams at work (CBB & DCEW) so we call all walk together on 19th October 2023 to raise funds for Black Dog Institute - assisting on the day as a First Aid officer and utilising the skills and experience I have gained through my St Johns Ambulance training and volunteer work It would mean so much to me if you donated to support our walk.
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. There are so many people who fight this alone, I want my friends and people around me to know I am here for you always ❤️