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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
Gail
Harry O’Sullivan
Nearing the end of this challenge, I encourage you not to take your foot of the pedal in relief, but hammer down to finish strong and prove just how far you have come since the start.
Michele O'Byrne
Congratulations on starting the walk on starting the walk today. Awesome to have another reason for getting the day started with a task that is truly contributing to an Organisation dedicated to making all our lives more liveable.
Louise
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
J.
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. No matter where you are or who you are, you are deeply cared about
Ashley Carter A tribute for Joshua Parlov
I’m walking this October in memory of my partner Josh with our son Xander. Mental health is so important, I hope in doing this friends and family will join to help others going through tough times. You are not alone 🫶🏼
Ange
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness. Thank you for supporting me in this cause.
Beck
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Sarah
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. So many people suffer silently including myself, I have lost many loved ones to mental health and we all have to deal with the outcome, its easier to get through together. You are not alone.
I recall way back when - when I was at school and still very young, a kid in my class took his own life at a shockingly young age. More recently a close friend lost their dear father the same way. So many struggle with mental health and I always think it could be me. Earlier this month, my same friend posted on World Mental Health Day that ‘an estimated one in eight people live with a mental health condition, which can negatively impact their health and well-being. That means we all know several people who are struggling with their mental health – yet we may be unaware of their suffering, or perhaps unsure how to support them,’ urging people to talk about mental health, and advocate for better education and access to mental health support. Now that I am coming to the end of the month and participation in the One-Foot Forward challenge, it would be remiss of me to come to the end of the month and not advocate for mental health through posting something. And also urge people to talk about mental health, and advocate for better education and access to mental health support.