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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.
1,479,252km
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
Nathan - Goalie Australia
Emma
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are never alone, even when it feels like you're drowning and you'll never be able to find your way to the top, there will always be someone there to help you find your way.
Maree Morton
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Codianne Coleman
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. Mental health is not a destination but a process, it's about how you drive and not where you are going
Damian Chrystal A tribute for All those affected by someone they have lost through Suicide and for those of us that battle the Black Dog.
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. I have struggled through with Bi Polar/Anxiety/Depression for over 10 years now, I've also had friends lost and seen so many family and friends affected by suicide. Stay strong, we are all fighters!! Please donate if you can.
Tahlia Noble
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. We’re stronger together 💛
Ky Hope
My daughter and I are walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Hannah A tribute for Eloise, Emmalene
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide, and for my two friends who lost their battle with mental health. They have left this earth, but we can do what we can do help those in need. There is more work to be done!
Dex Chen
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Goalie is an Australian exclusive, free goal-setting application, that aims to help motivate and support people to achieve their goals. It's all about self-improvement and individual journey. The idea was partly born from the desire to help people overcome their own personal challenges such as mental health and support their overall wellness. Mental illness has affected me personally, as well as those I love. I see campaigns like this, and organisations like Black Dog Institute as critical in removing the stigma from mental health and spreading awareness. One day I hope Goalie can be an effective partner in this endeavour.