Driving is freedom.
Mental illness and depression can be crippling. It can sap the will to engage with the outside world, turning you in on yourself. The only thing you feel capable of? Laying in bed.
Within our community, driving is an escape from that downward emotional spiral. It’s a movement beyond the walls of your mind, a focus on enjoying your vehicle and of connecting with the idiosyncratic traits that make it yours. It engages your senses.
Because that’s what driving can do for people like us. It gets us out of bed. It encourages us to reconnect with ourselves and others. It give you the headspace to seek further help. Essentially, it brings freedom.
What we do
We deliver regular motoring events and a support community, which offer a non-confrontational and judgement free opportunity for people to connect with others and feel comfortable to talk about what's going on for them.
There's a 60% increase in people seeking professional help after starting a conversation about their mental health.
That's why Drive Against Depression exists.
We Prompt Action
Inspiration through exclusive motoring-themed events to encourage reconnection.
We want to help before it’s too late.
We Start Conversations
We share in peoples’ stories: online, in-person and at-event. We foster a relaxed, judgement-free environment to facillitate this.
Keynote speakers provide additional information and support.
Our social media presence furthers our sense of community.
Print and online media amplifies our message.
We Continue The Conversation
By steering our community to a holistic range of health services via our Mental Wellness Network.
The numbers
Australians aged between 16 and 85 years saw a mental health professional in 2020-21.
44% of Australians experience a mental health problem in their lifetime – and mental illness is Australia’s third largest disease burden.
On average, 9 people die by suicide every day, 7 of whom are men, and men are less likely to seek help for mental health conditions than women.
Latest News & Blog
2025 Brisbane Winter Drive Day
The 2025 Brisbane Winter Drive Day was one for the history books – an unforgettable celebration of community, connection, and a shared love of the open road, all in support of mental health. With 100 participants joining in, the day began at Sunshine Ford in Southport, QLD, where we were
2025 Melbourne Autumn Drive Day – Supported by Berwick Ford
Melbourne turned on its charm for our 2025 Autumn Drive Day, held under clear skies and perfect driving conditions! Proudly supported once again by Berwick Ford, the day brought together a total of 83 car enthusiasts in 45 vehicles who were treated to an exceptional drive route, chosen by DAD
2025 Adelaide Autumn Drive Day
The rolling hills of South Australia once again set the perfect stage for our 2025 Adelaide Autumn Drive Day, where crisp autumn air and clear skies created an ideal backdrop for a meaningful and memorable drive. This year’s Adelaide event was proudly supported by Collectable ir jordan 4 military blue 202 Classics, who kindly hosted us
2025 Melbourne Summer Drive Day
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2024 Sydney Spring Drive Day
Sydney’s Spring Drive Day took our crews on a scenic cruise from Dominelli Ford in Kirawee to the Scottish Arms Hotel in Bowral. Following a stunning drive route set by DAD Ambassador Zak Adkins, we convened Riverbank Bruins Girls Golf (Riverbank, CA) - High School On Cheap Jayluchs Jordan Outlet at the dealership for our morning meet and all-important opportunity to chat cars, roads
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