Australian Social Enterprises

MTC is a social enterprise that enables people to overcome barriers on their path to meaningful work. MTC aims to get people life ready, job ready, achieve job placements and overall enhancing peoples jobs/life.

Community Resources exists to create jobs that care for people and planet, we keep waste out of landfill and we provide community services to those who need them most. As a national not-for-profit organisation and registered charity, we deliver social and environmental impact at scale. We create employment and training opportunities for people experiencing barriers to work, keep waste out of landfill and support communities. We run three of Australia's largest certified social enterprises, Resource Recovery Australia, Soft Landing and Green Yakka, and a range of place-based community services, including Homebase Youth Services, Helping Hands, and Great Lakes & Manning Youth Homelessness Service.

Social impact and engagement consultancy helping organisations design, invest in and measure community outcomes.

The Welcome Table, by House of Welcome, is a work-integrated social enterprise that supports people seeking asylum and refugees to build skills, confidence and community connections while helping break down the barriers that limit their employment opportunities. Supported by the wraparound support services of House of Welcome, we create impact in three ways: 1) Delivering vibrant, multicultural catering from the heart of Western Sydney. People seeking asylum and refugees gain essential commercial cookery, food safety and workplace skills as trainees in our six-month program. In our kitchen, they build confidence and share their culinary heritage while creating fresh, generous food with professionalism and pride 2) Nutritious, culturally appropriate food for people experiencing food insecurity. Funded by partners and donors, these meals nourish individuals and families in our local communities. They offer comfort, dignity and connection, while demonstrating the contribution people seeking asylum and refugees can make to our society and 3) Shared cooking, cultural food experiences and volunteering. These food-based experiences bring people together around a shared table while supporting people seeking asylum and refugees to build confidence, practise communication and share their culture, forming meaningful connections within their local communities.

BCR Shoalhaven: Youth, Aged & Disability Services, Op Shop, Low-Cost Food Pantry, Emergency Relief, Lawn & Garden Services, Training Cafe. BCR supports communities through our Youth & Community Centre, Activities Hub, Youth Collective Pods Precinct and Bay & Basin 92.7FM Community Radio Station located in Sanctuary Point.

To increase the pace of innovation for social change by supporting social entrepreneurs to design, test, launch and grow social impact projects.

To Nurture Small Businesses, Youth and the Community.

CareerSeekers is a non-profit social enterprise unlocking the power of careers for humanitarian entrants. We connect professionals with refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds to careers that reflect their skills, experience, and ambition. We support people at pivotal moments whether they're completing university degrees or ready to re-enter their profession with tailored preparation, mentorship, and direct pathways into employment. Our model bridges opportunity and talent: partnering with employers who recognise that diverse teams make them stronger, and supporting professionals who bring global experience, adaptability, and capability to Australian workplaces.

We are a trusted partner for a broad range of bold, forward-thinking organisations who are working to transform local communities and the world. We specialise in supporting social purpose organisations to design, demonstrate and scale their impact. Through advisory services, education, mobilising capital and ecosystem building support, we help create a world where people and the planet thrive.

Seer Data exists to turn data into action that strengthens lives and communities. We believe data and AI can be a powerful force for good – when they are trusted, governed, and accessible. Our work helps communities, governments, and organisations see what’s working, understand why and act with confidence. Over the past decade, Seer Data has built a trusted foundation for data access, sharing, measuring impact and storytelling grounded in governance, First Nations data sovereignty, and responsible use of AI. Our new platform, Metiora, builds on that foundation, bringing these capabilities together into an enterprise grade connected, scalable system for tracking, monitoring and measuring social impact commitments. Today, our platform supports both: - Place-based and community-led initiatives, enabling local outcomes to be understood and strengthened, and - Organisation and system-level reporting, connecting fragmented data into a shared, governed view of impact for portfolio investments. This is an evolving platform ecosystem – designed to make impact visible, trusted, and actionable, from local communities through to national systems and global investment.

Our purpose is to make life easier for people living with a disability or other accessibility needs, and give them greater choice and control.

Eco gifts that spark joy. Jewellery and homewares that simply delight and support artisans and the planet. We make every gift you give from our collection beautiful, practical, and purpose-driven—a little spark of joy that also makes the world better. Our Philosophy: Our guiding principle is simple: do no harm to people, or the planet. Then, wherever we can, we go further. We choose makers and materials that create positive change. Every product starts with the people who make it. We work with artisans and communities around the globe who share our vision for a better world. That means no forced labour, no child labour. Ever. Whenever possible, we choose to partner with disadvantaged communities, giving them fair access to market so they can grow their businesses, preserve traditional crafts, and support their own communities. 1. Artisans & Makers: We collaborate with talented craftspeople whose skills turn raw materials into beautiful, lasting products. 2. Fair Trade: We ensure fair pay, safe working conditions, and respect for the rights of everyone in our supply chain. Joyously protecting the planet through: 1. Minimise: We encourage you to use quality, practical goods that you love and cherish, minimising things ending up in landfill. 2. Reuse: Wherever possible, we aim for all of our goods to be able to reusable with a long life. 3. Recycle, Upcycle, Compost: When our goods eventually do come to the end of their life, we would want them to be able to be repurposed, recycled, or fully compostable. Packaging that's thoughtful by Design Upcycled Gift Bows, with a story: Instead of single-use ribbons, we use gift ribbon made from upcycled saris turning textile waste into something joyful, meaningful and unique. Designed to Be Reused: Our packaging isntt made for one moment. We've incorporated design choices that encourage reuse, so boxes and materials can live on well beyond delivery day. Right-Sized Packaging wherever we can: We aim to match packaging size to the product - reducing excess materials, empty space and transport emissions wherever it's practical. Bringing Customers Along the Journey: We're open about our choices - and why they matter. Through clear, friendly messaging, we help customers understand our approach, with more improvements still to come. Plastic Bubble Wrap removed: We've phased out plastic bubble wrap, replacing it with alternatives that protect products without increasing the demand for more plastic. Pre-Loved Boxes given new life: Wherever possible, we ship orders inpre-loved cardboard boxes, keeping quality materials in use for longer and reducing demand for new packaging.

Allara Creative sells a wide range of quirky, relatable, black and white products (including greeting cards, posters, tea towels, mugs, etc) and provides graphic design services. Every purchase helps us to run our work-integrated social enterprise which provides employment, 1-1 support from volunteers, training and mentoring to newly-arrived refugee women in Canberra.

Among The Trees is a social enterprise that works with reclaimed timber to provide useable wood, machining and manufacturing, and woodworking courses for the public, all with the primary goal of diverting timber from landfill.

Adventure tourism with purpose - combining a world-class trail network, local jobs for young people and stronger communities. Angry Bull Trails is a purpose-driven social enterprise based in Tenterfield NSW. We are developing over 150km of mountain bike and adventure trails, alongside a vibrant visitor hub with cafe, meeting space, visitor information and rider services. Our focus is on creating employment, mentoring and training opportunities for young people, while growing sustainable regional tourism and outdoor experiences. All revenue is reinvested back into trail maintenance, jobs and community impact.

Breaking down barriers to accessing healthcare (including socioeconomic, geographic and stigma related barriers that stop individuals from seeking the help they need), through delivering high quality person centred, clinician-led services fully via telehealth and underpinned by supporting technology for clients. Improving the health and wellness of individuals struggling with addiction and making withdrawal and recovery services accessible to more people who need them. To transform the way the world treats addiction - replacing cycles of relapse with a global movement of hope and lasting recovery, reaching one million families by 2035.

Our organisation's mission is to empower and create a secure and sustainable future for Australian women who have survived financial abuse through education, employment, and financial aid. We believe that only by empowering women to stand on their own two feet can we truly enable them to realise their full potential. Arise Foundation's goal is to equip victims of financial abuse and domestic violence with the skills necessary to achieve and maintain independence. We empower our Arise Women by providing education and job placements through Arise Academy.

ArtSHINE inspires and empowers commercially mined Creatives to build sustainable enterprises and generate viable incomes through our flexible, practical, and real-world approach to creative practice, commercialisation, art licensing, and entrepreneurial education

Auroraz Soulful Gifts is a social enterprise that promotes eco friendly products hand made by mentally challenged women in rehab shelters and as well by destitute women in India. We as well support local Australian aboriginal business/ communities. As of now we are supporting 3 projects in India. 2 rehab women shelters and 1 fishing community women whose dream is to educate their kids well.

We are a non-profit organisation dedicated to advance social and public welfare by promoting intersectionality, diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and gender equality in Australia, particularly among disadvantaged and marginalised groups.

A community-led and purpose driven business for good that delivers education, entrepreneurship and employment programs to Australians of all ages. Our mission is to equip every Australian with the skills, resources and mindset they need to start a business or enter the workforce, regardless of their postcode!

My mission is to champion social justice and Fair Trade production by collaborating with producers who adhere to all 10 principles of Fair Trade as established by the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO). I work with partners committed to circular production and those dedicated to the freedom and rehabilitation of marginalized individuals, such as supporting women out of trafficking. I advocate for a lifestyle centered on 'buy less, buy better,' encouraging thoughtful consumption that benefits both people and the planet. My offerings include mending and upcycling classes, as well as mentorship to help others understand and embrace Fair Trade principles.

BackTrack Youth Works has 15-years' experience delivering diversionary, education, training and employment-focused activities to a vulnerable youth cohort. In 2018, we have established BT Works; a social enterprise that targets young people (YP) who are at risk of long-term disengagement from the workforce. We deliver training and work experience adapted to their complex needs, alongside the provision of wrap-around wellbeing support. This supported training and employment model sees us engage YP in practical, real-world projects where they can simultaneously build their technical and employability skills while giving back to their community and practising generosity.

Our WHY: We Believe in a future where every leader and organisation is committed to creating a sustainable world of equality and opportunity for everyone Bambuddha Group is a social enterprise and a community for dedicated learners who want to make an exceptional impact through leadership in business. We provide 1-1 and group coaching along with all the CSR programs and resources you need for your business to be the change you want to see in the world. Each year we select a cohort of executive leadership coaches representing all industries – many from the most respected companies in the world. They donate their time to coach our growing community of business leaders, owners and operators. Bambuddha members can access this different KIND of coaching along with ongoing events and learning opportunities through individual and corporate membership. For every paid member in our community, we are able to provide scholarships to leaders in order to reduce inequalities in leadership and business.

At Banish, we believe education is the key to driving real environmental impact. We empower Australians with the knowledge, tools, and resources to make more sustainable choices at home, at work, or in their communities. Through our Banish Recycling and Diversion (BRAD) Program, we tackle hard-to-recycle items, ensuring they're properly processed instead of ending up in landfill. But recycling is just one piece of the puzzle. Our mission extends beyond waste reduction to education and advocacy, helping individuals, businesses, and schools take meaningful action for the planet."