Australian Social Enterprises

Vision Australia is a national organization providing comprehensive services and support to people who are blind or have low vision. Through specialized programs in technology, training, and independent living support, they help clients maintain independence and participate fully in community life. Their services extend to families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals working with people affected by vision impairment.

We might have a new name, but we’re not the new kids on the block. You once knew us as House with No Steps and The Tipping Foundation – two great organisations, with over 100 years of combined experience, who came together in 2018. Yes, we’re a disability service provider, but we’re also so much more. We’re the helper, mentor, coach, and trusted partner of around 5000 people with a disability throughout the east coast of Australia. We’re also proud to employ nearly 400 people with a disability across our seven businesses. From packaging and facility services to delicious biscuits and a working avocado and macadamia farm, our businesses offer quality products and services whilst advocating for Australians living with disability. All our Businesses are Social Enterprises certified by Social Traders. Meaning we are profit for purpose! We are sustainable and commercially competitive, but we exist for the sole purpose of creating meaningful, enjoyable employment for people with disability. We know that our Businesses are productive, creative, innovative, and great at problem solving. But work with us and find out for yourself! By including people with disabilities into your supply chain you help to increase their exposure to corporate sourcing, whilst improving employment, training, and social inclusion opportunities. Aruma is committed to participating in the communities in which we operate. We strive to increase local spending and create jobs for local suppliers and contractors. In 2022, our Businesses contributed over $17.3 million into the economy and for every dollar invested into an Aruma businesses there is a $2.05 return on investment to our local communities via improved incomes for employees, disability support pension savings and increased economic activity of carers. There are numerous benefits to employment such as improved relationships, self-reliance, and self-esteem. And, supported employment with Aruma gives people with a disability opportunity to learn new skills, get work experience, meet new people, work on their career goals, and earn an income. Our employees can work in different roles throughout our businesses including gardening, administration, biscuit manufacturing, tour guides, cooks and more. We never use a one-size-fits-all approach - supporting people to live a great life, the life they want, the life they choose!

For the past 25 years, Multicap has facilitated innovative Social Enterprise businesses with the aim of creating more inclusive communities by giving people living with disability more choice when entering the workforce. By listening to our employees we have created a range of businesses based on skills they want to develop. Each business creates sustainable employment and training choices for people living with disability. We offer a range of work-related options including skills training, work experience opportunities, education support and supported employment. Each business offers extensive on-the-job training tailored to the individual learning styles of each employee. These varied innovations provide more choice for employees to learn skills that can assist with future employment opportunities in locations near where they live and include: - Makeables - Food & General Packing services- Monte Lupo Arts - Monte Lupo Gallery & Cafe - Monte Lupo Commercial Kitchen- Laundretto Visit multicap.org.au for more information. Our aim is to increase long term employment opportunities and skills for people with disabilities by introducing new services into existing business models and thereby target a broader and growing market; create jobs that offer more complexity and a variety of tasks; maximise our resources and support Multicap by sustainably contributing to our sole purpose - The quality of life of people with disabilities and their families is enhanced by our support. Multicap is committed to delivering long-term, viable employment services. Once staff are confidently trained, our goal is that our supported employees are given opportunities to move into other employment options and secure future employment opportunities

Flourish Australia run a number of Community Businesses and Social Enterprises aimed at providing high quality services for businesses, government procurement and the general public. Services include: grounds maintenance and cleaning, packaging, document management and digitisation, conference facilities and printing. Flourish Australia Business Services is a division of Flourish Australia, one of Australia’s largest non-profit organisations providing person-led, recovery-focussed support for people with complex mental health issues. Our business services range from specialised packaging and wrapping, to document scanning and archiving solutions, mail delivery solutions, commercial cleaning and grounds maintenance maintenance offered out of 6 sites across the Sydney, Hunter, Illawarra, New England and Murrumbidgee areas. The goal of our Employment programs is to provide meaningful ongoing employment outcomes for the people who access our services. Benefits to individuals, their families and the community as a whole can be measured by the social cohesion created by inclusion in all aspects of life.

Are-able focuses on offering meaningful employment opportunities for people with a disability through a range of business enterprises and community support services. These enterprises provide a supported environment for people with a disability to develop their job skills and work ethic, along with an opportunity to make the transition from supported, to open employment. We believe employment opportunities are critical in creating an inclusive & empowering community for people with a disability. All employment opportunities at are-able offer valuable hands-on employment experience in a supportive & social environment. Social and community participation is about connecting with your local community and, in turn, ensuring a sense of purpose and well being. Employment isn't just about having a job. Our Social Enterprise can provide you with a sense of purpose, an opportunity to contribute skills, gain achievement, economic & social participation. Supported Employment can boost your confidence & self-esteem. It connects you with your community and gives you a strong sense of purpose.

UnitingSA was established in 1919 and provides housing, aged care, community and disability services to support people across regional and metropolitan South Australia. More than 1000 employees and volunteers deliver high quality services to people from diverse backgrounds to realise UnitingSA's vision of a compassionate, respectful and just community in which all people participate and flourish. UnitingSA is a not-for-profit organisation all about respect, compassion and justice. With a long and proud history of building stronger communities, our can-do attitude is dedicated to supporting South Australians. Each year, we help over 10,000 people, including the elderly, youth, families, people facing mental health issues, those with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Through Wesley Social Enterprises (WSE), we offer socially responsible work opportunities to people who would otherwise face considerable barriers to participating in the workforce. WSE provides a safe and fully supported work environment that promotes independence through paid and meaningful employment. Our employees are supported in small operational teams with an experienced supervisor.

We provide pathways for NDIS Participants living with disabilities to build careers and prosper as valuable Australian workforce members. We use years of Expert Knowledge to provide More Opportunities and Better Support to people with disabilities so that they can prosper in Employment. Empowering people to build the skills and capabilities necessary to outgrow us. Inside the moboEnterprises, not only are our Employees building their skills, but we’re also providing valuable services to our local community, small businesses, and larger national corporations. Through mobo, not only do we empower people with disabilities to prosper in meaningful employment, we empower our wider community to prosper and grow towards a brighter future. Jobs, lives, futures, mobolised. As a for-purpose organisation, we've been building an ecosystem of inclusive and collaborative work opportunities that empower people with disability since 1963. Our Enterprises provide valuable services in our community as well as providing meaningful employment opportunities to people with disability throughout Metropolitan South Australia. mobo stems from years of expert knowledge, experience, innovation and dedication. Providing more opportunities, better support, and empowering people to prosper as capable and confident contributors in their workplaces. Our everyday goal is to mobolise everyone, whatever their ability towards independence and finding meaningful career pathways.

Large organisation (103 employees) providing Signmaking - Traffic Signs, Braille, name badges, safety and construction signs, Recycling & Secure Document Destruction, Grounds & Facilities Maintenance and Business Support Services to the commercial market. Latrobe Valley Enterprises is a not-for-profit company with a network of businesses providing meaningful and sustainable employment for those people living with disabilities in our community. We aim to support the community we live in while empowering our employees to develop real work skills that will result in their own economic independence. We provide meaningful and sustainable employment for those living with disabilities who wish to be included in the social and economic benefits that being employed can offer. We provide real and transferable skills, training and opportunities that will encourage their independence and ability to integrate and participate as fully as possible in the life of the general community. Their work at LVE not only provides employment but also the skills to work in a team, effective time management, quality assurance and training opportunities to further their career.

Mercy Community Services SEQ Limited (MCS) is a new Catholic Ministry owned by the Brisbane Congregation of the Sisters of Mercy and established to support and empower people who are poor, vulnerable, marginalised or in a position of disadvantage so they feel safe, accepted and have choice and control of life enhancing decisions. "We must have a warm cordial affection for all and manifest it by words, actions and manner". Through the workplace our Supported Employees learn valuable life skills, allowing them to seamlessly integrate with the wider community.Showcasing a can do attitude The Cookery Nook enriches the lives of all involved through the opportunities that present. Our Supported Employees feel they have a genuine purpose, while the families often enjoy the fruits of the kitchen!

At CPL, we work with people of all ages to maximise their potential. From going to school or finding a job through to enjoying their retirement years. Previously known as the Cerebral Palsy League, we changed our name to CPL which stands for Choice, Passion and Life – a sentiment that reflects everything we do. Mylestones is part of CPL - Choice, Passion, Life, a profit-for-purpose organisation that provides vital support to more than 5,000 people. At Mylestones, our businesses are focused on creating more opportunities for people with barriers and disabilities to find work, earn an income, gain independence, develop new skills and follow their passions.

We assist people to live the lives they choose, experience success, access all that the community has to offer and develop to become the greatest versions of themselves. Some of the ways we do this is through employment and training Our organisation is committed to ensuring that people with disability are provided with opportunities to contribute as full citizens of where they live. We pay particular attention when sourcing work for the people that we support to its value within the community and the financial sustainability of each venture. We assist people to meet their obligations as a citizen of their community by working and producing in the same way that is expected of others. This in turn means they are receiving a wage that allows them to participate more in what is happening around them.

The Flagstaff Group is an NDIS registered provider that provides life skills and employment for over 260 people with disability, who are provided sustainable and meaningful employment, training, skills development. This in turn builds confidence, independence, social inclusion and the opportunity to enhance their lives. Located in the Illawarra, Shoalhaven regions, Flagstaff operates several enterprises including a printery, braille and mailing house, commercial laundry, frozen meal production, coffee roasting, recycling, grounds maintenance, cleaning and light manufacturing including tagging, packaging and assembling, bottling, woodwork and commercial sewing. As a not-for-profit organisation, Flagstaff reinvests profits back into its social mission of enhancing the lives of people with a disability by providing employment, life skills and training. From accessible printing in braille to doing your mailing or grounds maintenance, Flagstaff can help. Get in touch today to know more about Flagstaff's services and support jobs for people with disability. Flagstaff delivers valuable education and positively adjusts mindsets about people with a disability. Many employees have the opportunity to interact directly with customers and the community. This inclusion actively demonstrates their abilities in working across a wide range of divisions and jobs. Flagstaff also positively impacts the community through the provision of meaningful work, social inclusion, and skills development opportunities. Flagstaff forms community partnerships to deliver training and hands-on work experience, as well as collaborating with like-minded not-for-profit organisations to enhance positive social outcomes, and supporting initiatives that benefit the community. Flagstaff provides social, independence, and skills development opportunities that support employees with a disability to unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Many people with a disability face barriers to employment. Providing these opportunities has benefits beyond earning a wage. Socially, employees gain independence and confidence as they spend more time at work. Employees can access a higher quality of life and services to help them engage in the community, such as using public transport. The time employees spend at work allows their families and carers to participate in the workforce, and reduces reliance on Government support and care services.

HPA - "Helping People Achieve" is a non-government not-for-profit organisation that has been providing services to Territorians with physical and intellectual disabilit since 1963, in the Darwin and Palmerston ares. HPA currently supports 68 people in our employment service and 40 people in our accommodation services. Helping People Achieve (HPA) has provided supported employment and accommodation to Territorians with disabilities since 1963. The aim of HPA’s employment service is to benefit the community through the creation and development of employment opportunities for people with disabilities and to facilitate supported accommodation. The aim of HPA’s employment service is to benefit individuals with training and ongoing support necessary to enable their success in ‘open employment’. HPA has a strong record of achieving success in this role. HPA currently has two business enterprises, Kokoda Industries and Ausdesigns that produce excellent local products and services. Kokoda Industries trains and upskills employees in a vast array of tasks and manufactures a range of high quality timber, steel and aluminium products. Ausdesigns also has a diverse range of competencies and skills for its employees to learn. It is an industrial sewing, screen-printing and embroidery business. DAS Support Services is the supported accommodation division of HPA. DAS provides this valuable outreach support to approximately 35 people living independently in the community.

Lasercraft Australia was formed over 36 years ago and our main focus is the supply of High Quality Recognition Awards and Business Gifts, along with manufacture of survey pegs, secure document destruction and packing (see lasercraft.com.au for more information) We supply to all levels of Government and Business and are well known in the Awards Industry. Lasercraft currently employs 53 people living with a disability and we are proud of what we achieve at Lasercraft. Lasercraft is a not-for-profit company providing supported employment for over 53 people living with a disability. Since inception over 36 years ago Lasercraft has given hundreds of supported workers the opportunity for work, socialisation and a better life. Lasercraft promotes a safe and inclusive environment and strives to provide ongoing training and support to people living with disabilities, their carers, family and community.

ATSI ICT Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous business operating in the Australian Capital Territory, focused on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to deliver social impact for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The organisation aims to make a positive difference in the lives of Indigenous Australians through its technology-based operations. Its specific activities and programs are not detailed due to limited available information.

Endeavour Foundation is dedicated to helping people with a disability live fulfilling lives. We work together to turn possibilities into reality for each individual to live life to the full - whether that means moving into a new home, gaining qualifications that help fulfil individual aspirations or finding a job. Our commercial businesses range from confidential document destruction to e-waste recycling, offering real jobs in a social and supportive environment for people with a disability. Endeavour Foundation is dedicated to helping people with disability live fulfilling lives. We work together to turn possibilities into reality for each individual to live life to the full - whether that means moving into a new home, gaining qualifications that help fulfil individual aspirations or finding a job. Employment can boost your confidence and self-esteem, it connects you with your community and can give you a strong sense of purpose. We believe that employment opportunities form a critical part of an inclusive and empowering community for people with a disability.

Brief descriptionBased in NSW, ACT, Victoria and South East Queensland, The Disability Trust is committed to providing highly professional care and support to people with disability and their families. Our 2 Social Enterprises, based in Wollongong, employ people with disability through IVS and The Plant Room Café. We pay an approved supported wage and provide people with a disability the opportunity to develop skills in a social enterprise that gives back to the community.IVS: Illawarra Vocational Services has a reputation for providing meaningful and valued work for people with a disability. We pride ourselves on delivering quality work at a competitive price and our employees enjoy the variety of work we offer. Our main services include: • Lawn and garden maintenance• High pressure water cleaning of pathways • Minor landscaping • Gardening services • Green waste removal • Supply of sand bags • Packaging and assembly services The Plant Room Café: Located at Edney Lane, Spring Hill, The Plant Room Café offers a great place to catch up with friends and family away from the crowds. The Plant Room’s philosophy is to create a more inclusive world through a shared joy of quality food and coffee made with the freshest ingredients. The Café has wonderful catering options whether it be for a meeting, a family get together or a celebration. We can work with you to put together a great, fresh menu that suits your budget and occasion. Call on 1300 347 224 or email the team at cafe@disabilitytrust.org.au today to discuss your next event and let us help you. Providing Disability Employment for 35+ Years and NDIS approved provider. Providing meaningful work and support to families in the Illawarra region for 30+ years.

Offering job security to blind and vision impaired Australians since 1884, RSB Industrial Services can provide your organisation with efficient, cost effective and high-quality Assembly and Packaging, Food Packaging and Plastic Thermoforming solutions.With safety and quality a prime consideration, RSB Industrial Services retains the highest levels of accreditation with ISO9001 Quality Assurance and HACCP (Hazardous Analysis Critical Control Points) Certification. Passing annual audits of procedures, records, performance and standards serve to guarantee the provision of first-class service. Incorporating a clean room facility, no job is too big or small to produce on time and to your complete satisfaction.To discuss how outsourcing to RSB Industrial Services could benefit your business, call (08) 8417 5600. Offering job security to blind and vision impaired Australians since 1884, RSB Industrial Services can provide your organisation with efficient, cost effective and high-quality Assembly and Packaging, Food Packaging and Plastic Thermoforming solutions.

**Webcoda is a Sydney-based digital agency founded in 2005 by web development pioneers Oleg and Sasha. Specializing in custom websites, enterprise applications, and digital solutions, they serve corporate, government, and not-for-profit clients including NESA (NSW School Curriculum), Newcastle City Council, Sony, Sydney Zoo, and BridgeClimb. As certified **HubSpot partners**, **Umbraco specialists**, and **SharePoint experts**, Webcoda excels in headless CMS, AI integration, systems integration, SEO, eCommerce, and intranets. They emphasize secure, accessible platforms meeting WCAG standards, particularly for government projects. Early successes include building Moshtix (later acquired by TicketMaster) and Rentahome (folded into Stayz). Currently pursuing **B Corporation certification** (as shown on their public profile at bcorporation.net), Webcoda demonstrates commitment to social and environmental responsibility. With nearly two decades of experience, they blend technical expertise, creativity, and a personal touch to deliver scalable, user-focused digital experiences from their Sydney headquarters.

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With a proud history of servicing the Health and Aged Care Sector for over 130 years, Holy Cross is the longest serving commercial laundry operating in Australia. Having a balanced business in laundry, a decision was made to open a cleaning sector. We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunity Employer and a proactive proponent of providing people with disabilities and from disadvantaged backgrounds the opportunity to gain meaningful employment. Founded in Brisbane in 1889 by Mother Mary Vincent Whitty, of the sisters of Mercy, the organisation still stands true to its original mission statement to this day: - To offer a unique work environment that empowers people to reach their full potential.- Efficiently and professionally meet customer needs in the commercial, health and hospitality industries- Attain environmental responsibility and financial sustainability.Forge mutually valued partnerships. By utilising our comprehensive range of cleaning and laundry services, you are helping the Brisbane, and broader Queensland community thrive and prosper. Holy Cross Services provides laundry and cleaning services to the major hospitals and aged care facilities in Brisbane and surrounding regional areas, including the Gold Coast, Gympie, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba. We are a Ministry of Mercy Partners that fulfills its Mission by restoring the dignity to those who are often locked out of employment due to disability and difference, by helping them gain meaningful employment in a safe, supportive and welcoming environment. As a provider of NDIS we employ a total of 30 people in Supported Employment; have open employment opportunities and a school based work experience program. We are an integrated workplace with a diverse workforce. Holy Cross Laundry has a close relationship with our Supported Employees and their families. Our program is about building the skills and confidence they need to maintain and enjoy their job. The skills and disciplines learnt in the work environment transfer into everyday life at home and it is important to us that we work with families to understand our employee’s needs and strengths. We offer a safe and supportive work environment with each of our supported employees working closely with support workers to help and guide them throughout their working day. By doing this we can provide the one-on-one support to each employee and strive to achieve the best outcomes for them. As a Mission based organisation and from feedback received, this is not only important to us but also to those who we do business with.

Challenge Community Services has provided innovative and people-focused services to the community for over 65 years. Our offering to regional and metropolitan communities includes Disability Services, Foster Care, Allied Health and supported employment for people with a disability as part of our range of Business Services.Challenge Community Services operates throughout regional and metropolitan New South Wales, and the greater Brisbane area in Queensland. Our organisation is built on a strong workforce of over 1000 people, including over 90 employees with disability. Challenge Community Services is a registered not-for-profit organisation that has been making a difference in the lives of people in our community for over sixty five years.Challenge support people with disability, children and vulnerable members of the community to have the same rights and entitlements as all community members. This includes lifestyle, community access, accommodation, vocational and employment support. Supporting our business means that you are giving a person with a disability meaningful employment opportunities within a supported employment environment.

For over 50 years, Barkuma has worked alongside people with disability to find rewarding jobs, learn new skills, explore their talents, and be included in the community. Barkuma provides services to over 700 people, making it one of the largest disability organisations in South Australia. Services include open and supported employment, transition services, community living support, training, counselling, advocacy and support. The Barkuma differences are a reflection of our deep-rooted commitment to inclusivity, innovation and individual empowerment. As a trusted and experienced partner in disability services, we are proud to continue to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals in South Australia, fostering a sense of belonging and independence. We are proud to have received the Service Provider Award at the 2023 South Australian Premier’s Food and Beverage Industry Awards. We have a 50-year history and are dedicated to South Australians. Barkuma’s not-for-profit ethos and person-centred approach distinguish us from others in the field. We work with people to establish the capacity and confidence to transition out of high school and continue to build a life of independence that makes quality employment and accommodation outcomes achievable.

IMPACT Community Services is a not-for-profit organisation that has been delivering support services in Bundaberg since 1978. IMPACT Community Services has also been known as Community Youth Support Service (CYSS), Bundaberg Skills Centre and IMPACT Make Your Mark, but we’ve always maintained our mission to build an inclusive community and empower our people to achieve the best they can. We offer a wide range of support, training and employment programs that help people live life, grow their potential and prosper in their future from new and exciting opportunities. IMPACT’s Recyling and Collection that is made up of 33 staff, 27 of whom have a disability plays an essential role in the recycling process. Last year IMPACT recovered more than 7,500 tonnes of recyclable material; they recycled 5,880 tonnes of paper and cardboard, saving the lives of approximately 76,650 trees, and their activities prevented 12,180 tonnes of CO2 from being released into the environment. The benefits include;> High productivity and output of products > They create an environment that is inclusive of all people > Very high attendance and long term loyalty

Weve been part of the Tumut community for over half a century. In that time, it has been our privilege to give people the support they need to lead fuller lives, gain satisfying work, and show the world at large the true potential of their hearts, minds and bodies. Valmar supports people with disabilities to live and work in their own communities. This enables families and communities to remain connected, it enables real economic participation by people with disabilities, it enhances local employment for support staff and also enables unpaid carers / parents to have a life outside of their caring / support roles. Employees with disabilities are engaged in secure, well supported, meaningful and locally relevant employment that provide a range of vocational opportunities and career pathways. Being not-for-profit Valmar reinvests all proceeds from our Disability Enterprises back into these businesses to achieve improved pay and conditions, better work environments and more productive work processes and equipment.