Stepping out for Youth Mental Health
Step out for a lap around Princes Park and step up for Youth Mental Health.
Stepping Out for Youth Mental Health was established in memory of James Marcon, who accessed support through Orygen's headspace services and found particular benefit in the headspace art therapy programs.
Held annually at Princes Park, this community fundraising event led by the James Marcon Youth Health Foundation raises vital funds to help deliver art therapy programs across Orygen's headspace centres.
Every dollar raised directly supports the delivery of art therapy programs at Orygen's headspace centres.
Event details
Date: Sunday 4, October
Time: 9.00am–11.30am
Location: Lawn 3 Princes Park, Royal Parade, Carlton North
Whether you walk solo, with family and friends, as part of a team, or alongside your four-legged companion, we'd love to have you join us. Children under 12 attend free.
Enjoy a free coffee cart, raffles and gift bags as we come together to support young people's mental health. We look forward to stepping out with you and making a difference for young people.
Funds raised so far
Geoff and Dee Oscari
MIRELLA MARCON
ANN C/O MARIA BUTERA
IAN C/O MARIA BUTERA
Rhonda Sexton
Lily Cendo
Rita Vanek
Anna Salamy
Tayla Nuss-Soeharto
Matt Cram
Melanie Sicura
anthony Schiena
Jimmy Condos
Edward Cowan
Wendy Wendy
Glenda Elkan
Alex Henderson
Anthony Scutella
Angela and family Caserta
jia sheng ke
Abeer Fatima
Jessica Kensey
Eren Erdogan
Anthony Schivo
Nadya Fullerton
Ciltra Henderson
Enrico Verdino
Meagan Hempenstall
Anne Quattrone
Vanessa Gangemi
Robyn Laurie Robyn Laurie
Sarah Muller
MARIA ROSA
Chris Bolden
Christina Phassouliotis
Paul & Marianna Ktenas
Julie and Kip Limbach
Claudia Altavilla
Chloe Orlanski
vicki duncan
penny McMillan
Hugh Tobin
Jeanette Morton
Tash Policki
Adrian Del Monaco
Rachael Dumonic
Rachael Dumonic
Rachael Dumonic
Matthew Feeley
Justine Halfpenny
Support art therapy programs across Orygen's five headspace centres
This community event was created in memory of James Marcon – a much-loved young man who used Orygen’s services, and especially enjoyed art therapy. His family and friends established the James Marcon Youth Health Foundation in his honour, and continue to support art therapy across Orygen’s five headspace centres.
These programs play a vital role in fostering creativity, connection, and emotional expression, providing an alternate avenue for young people to access support beyond one-to-one psychological therapy.
Because of your support, we’re able to continue delivering these services and support young people on their journey to better mental health.
FAQ
The walk will commence at Lawn 3 of Princes Park, all participants are encouraged to keep left of the walking track. There will also be staff to help guid you along the way.
How far is the walk?
Can I bring my dog?
Dogs are allowed to attend, however must remain under the control of their owner at all times.
What should I bring?
Please bring a water bottle, sunscreen and a hat.
What should I wear?
Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
What do I do if I need assistance?
Event staff and marshals will be onsite to provide direction and assistance if required.
About Orygen
Orygen is the world’s leading organisation focused on youth mental health.
For over 30 years, we have transformed how mental illness is understood, prevented and treated - combining research, clinical care and policy to drive system-wide change.
Our 600+ researchers, clinicians and policy experts don’t just generate knowledge - we translate it into practice and scale it nationally.
We move ideas from lab to life.
