October is Mental Health Month
Join us to walk, run or roll 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 roll and log your kms throughout October for Mental Health Month.
Mental Health stats in Australia
1 in 5
Australians experience a mental illness each year
9
people in Australia die by suicide every day
50%
of people living with mental illness will not seek professional help
Let's show people with mental illness that we're in this together.
Funds raised will help Black Dog Institute put ground-breaking new mental health treatment, education and digital services into the hands of the people who need them most.
Register your interest for One Foot Forward 2025
Join our community to create better mental health for all Australians.
Paul Rudd takes part in One Foot Forward every year:
"I went through a bad patch with my mental health when I hurt my back and I needed a lot of time off to recover. I had limited mobility, so I started to lose contact with the outside world. Then I lost interest in doing anything at all. My mind just clouded all positive thoughts.
It took me two years to rebuild myself. So when I heard about One Foot Forward I decided to take part. I wanted to connect with other people who had been through something similar.
“The community is a big, supportive family.”
To anyone thinking about taking part in One Foot Forward, I say ‘Do it!’. You get to enjoy the fresh air and get your blood moving. It’s also a fun community thing. Above all, it helps raise funds and awareness that help is out there if you need support for your mental health.”
Register your interest and join Paul in One Foot Forward 2024.
Solidarity Wall
Donna michelle
Marianne Cardona A tribute for Damian Rebeira
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone. This one is for you Damo, loved by Many and forever in our hearts.
Kelly Lorkin
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Kiran
Recently, I visited the Australian Outback and during my 5 km morning run, I reflected on the mental health issues faced by those living in remote areas of Australia. One of our clients, a psychiatrist, shared with me how they moved to a country town to slow down and retire. However, seeing the demand for their work, they ended up working full-time, contrary to their initial plans. People in rural and remote areas struggle with mental health issues, which tend to be more acute. Anxiety, depression, and substance abuse are common due to factors such as isolation, stigma around seeking help, and limited access to healthcare, leading to an increased risk of suicide. I am running 100 km in October 2024 to support Australians living with mental health illnesses. You can help make a difference by joining our team or sponsoring us. Even a small donation of $5 can make a huge difference. Let's come together to make a positive impact. Every little bit counts!
Rachael
I’m walking in solidarity this October for Australians affected by mental illness and suicide. You are not alone.
Fiona Hadley
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
Rachel
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. We can do this together ❤️