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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
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
Suzanne Hicks
Tara Sutton
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Lisa Izabella pike A tribute for We can do this
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.I have struggled with mental health for a long time now. It escalated to when my beautiful little granddaughter Izabella was still born. It's a tuff gig 😔 But worst of all I have lost some great work mates and friends who found it to much. These are some of the reasons I want to help out and try and make a difference where I can. Also I have a young grand daughter who suffers with this dreadful illness. Suffering myself I know that dark place well and how hard it is to break free. It's a bottomless pit of dread. Mental Health doesn't discriminate So with keeping up to date on all things related and being a good listener I really hope I can be that people who can help by walking alongside my peers/family and be there for them also to become the best version of me. Mental Health is an illness where everyone suffers even the people who have never experienced it. 9 out of 10 people they know somebody with Mental health and have no idea on how to react or help. The world is changing so let's hope we can all reunite and learn and take that step forward and become one. I have joined a group at my work place called "Peer Support "where people can reach out to a trained peer support person who can listen and point them in the right direction for professional help if required like Black Dog . We also learn the signs ( that's if there are any ) so we can look out and also educate others it's a great program it gets talked about alot which is amazing it keeps the word out there. There is no need to suffer alone. If anyone would like to help me raise funds to help and make a difference . That would be amazing I would really appreciate it . Stay strong, work as one Lisa Izabella
Ethan
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Richard
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. Recovery is possible.
Melissa Westley
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Min Hitchcock
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. 🧡🧡🧡
Katie
I’m walking for those of us who struggle with mental health issues, and those of us who support others going through a hard time. I am a huge supporter of the black dog institute and I, along with several friends and family members, have struggled with our mental health over the years. I would just like to remind everyone out there that we are not alone and we can work hard together to raise awareness and money for this worthy cause. No one should feel like they are too much or too little. We are all unique and special in our own ways. Please remember, you are worth everything to someone and you are never alone. If you feel like you are alone, there are so many great programs you can join and lots of call centres you can contact. Nothing is impossible. We can do this!!
Helen Miller
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.