Australian Social Enterprises

Outlook Australia is a non-profit social enterprise committed to creating an inclusive society for all. Through two distinct but connected divisions - Social Enterprise and Community Services, Outlook creates opportunities for people with disability and people experiencing other forms of social disadvantage to develop work and life skills. Outlook Australia operates Australia's largest waste management social enterprise. Through the operation of recycling centre, transfer stations, landfills and reuse shops across Australia, Outlook creates opportunities for individuals and communities to thrive. Outlook social enterprise currently operates waste management and recycling centres across Queensland and Victoria, with supported employees and priority workers making up over 70% of the workforce. Outlook Community Centre is located in Pakenham, VIc and offers a wide range programs, workshops and educational opportunities for the community in addition to extensive room hire options. Outlook is also a registered NDIS provider, delivering 1:1 and group based services and supports including high quality high intensity support in Victoria and New South Wales. Outlook is committed to creating 'An Inclusive Society for All' by creating opportunities for people with disability and people experiencing other forms of social disadvantage to thrive in life and work. This is Outlook's fair pay commitment: All employees at Outlook Australia, including supported employees, are paid 100% of the rates outlined in the award or EBA that they are employed under - including supported employees. Supported employees are NOT paid an apportioned wage at Outlook.

Ozanam Industries is a Special Work of the St Vincent de Paul Society NSW (Vinnies), employing over 100 Australians with disability at our three Work Centres in Stanmore, West Ryde and Coonamble. We have over 40 years’ experience providing a professional, customer focused service to some of Australia’s most respected companies, State Government departments and community groups. We provide cost effective, reliable and on-time services for our clients. We can provide a range of services from Promotional Packaging, Commercial Cleaning, Digital scanning & storage, Labelling, Mail-outs, Shrink-wrapping, to providing a commercial laundry & courier service, and sewing promotional tote bags in Regional NSW. We pride ourselves on our work being accurate and high quality, no matter the deadline we are given. We promote inclusion and diversity within the local communities.We provide linkages for our employees to access other service providers , community activities and groups of interest. We maintain a strong footprint in Regional communities through our Vinnies stores, Vinnies financial support programs and our Australian Disability Enterprises where employment opportunities and supports are sometimes limited. We provide meaningful, employment and training to over 100 persons with disability in Sydney metro and Regional NSW.We harness the individual capabilities of each employee in a safe, supportive environment that offers development opportunities. Our priority is to ensure that each employee has the opportunity to develop to their full potential as a member of the Australian workforce. This also gives the employees a sense of worth as well as self-confidence, which enables them to become active and involved members of their communities. Ozanam Industries benefit supported employees and their families by:• Providing genuine pathways to open employment • Helping to identify career and skill development options• Provision of accredited training and on the job work skills• Equipping people with the confidence to actively participate• Providing a range of employment opportunities through the diversity of our contracts and partners • Wrap around support services• Evidence based support model• Quality purpose built workplaces

Packforce has been providing reliable, cost-effective assembly and packaging services for over 50 years.Packforce has grown into a renowned service provider utilised by businesses throughout NSW. With warehouses in Frenchs Forest and Wetherill Park, we have Sydney covered. Packforce is an Australian Disability Enterprise.

Palm Island Junior Sports Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to providing sports activities for junior members of the Palm Island community in Queensland. It aims to foster youth development, promote health and wellbeing, and build community cohesion through participation in organised sports.

The Papunya Community Store Aboriginal Corporation runs a retail store in the remote Indigenous community of Papunya, NT, providing essential goods and services to residents. By offering affordable, nutritious food and supporting community health initiatives, the corporation improves food security and overall well‑being for local Aboriginal families.

Anuha is a Disability Support Service providing Supported Employment, Community Access, In Home Support and accommodation

Penyeme Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered with the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations in the Northern Territory. While the public register does not disclose specific activities, the corporation likely operates to support the social, cultural, and economic wellbeing of Aboriginal communities in the region. Its exact programs and impact remain undefined in the publicly available information.

Peppimenarti Health Services Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation providing essential health services to the local Aboriginal community in Peppimenarti, NT. Its primary social impact is improving health outcomes and access to care for this remote Indigenous population.

Pika Wiya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation primarily focused on providing health services to Aboriginal communities. Its social impact lies in improving health outcomes and well-being for Indigenous Australians.

The Pilbara Health Education Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation registered in Western Australia. Its name suggests a focus on providing health education services within the Pilbara region, operating as an ACNC-registered charity.

Pinnacle provides day program activities, supported employment and respite options in and around Ararat and Stawell. Our disability enterprises provide a wide variety of work such as laundry and linen services, nursery and gift ware retail, garden maintenance, logo branding and embroidery, gift ware printing, club and sports uniforms and commercial contracts. The Supported Employment Enterprises employ people with a disability. The income they receive provides a degree of financial independence, reducing the reliance on government subsidies.Pinnacle is a significant jobs provider, employing 220 full-time, part-time and casual employees equating to 77 EFT, making us one of the largest non-government employers in the Stawell-Ararat region.The enterprises also fill gaps in local business services providing greater purchasing choice for customers. We assist people with a disability to increase their skills and self-esteem by providing opportunities for training, employment and community access/inclusion. The service provides life and leisure experiences. These acquired daily living skills and independence can be transferred to home settings increasing their contribution to the household running. Attending the programs provides an important preoccupation, decreasing the supervisory demands on families.The Supported Employment Enterprises employ people with a disability who enjoy the same working conditions as those in the general workforce. The income received provides a degree of financial independence, reducing the reliance on family supports.

Pintupi Homelands Health Service (Aboriginal Corporation) delivers culturally appropriate primary and community health care to Indigenous residents of the Pintupi homelands in the Northern Territory, focusing on disease prevention, chronic illness management, and health promotion. By integrating clinical services with outreach and education, the organisation aims to improve overall well‑being and close the health gap for remote Indigenous communities. Its holistic approach includes maternal and child health, aged care, and mental‑health support, ensuring comprehensive coverage for all age groups.

Catering is available at The Plantroom Cafe. This is a social enterprise, focusing on assisting people with disability. This food & beverage business, operating in three locations, allows people... Read more

Product Action is an Australian Disability Enterprise employing people with intellectual disabilities. We provide support, mentoring and training for our employees in order for them to actively participate in the workforce.. . The business was formed in 1986 and while the service has changed to meet the increasingly complex demands of the industry, our mandate remains the same: to provide a quality service for people with disabilities.. . At the same time however, Product Action functions as a business and is competitive within the small business sector. This is in part thanks to assistance from the Federal Government.. . We have many parents, caregivers, service providers, clients and staff who are totally committed to Product Action because they are witness to the benefits the employees get from coming to work. They also see a quality service which cares about the people who work for them and great commitment from the supported employees. Product Action is a small ADE which, very successfully, provides employment opportunities and skills development for individuals with an intellectual disability, so that they can actively participate in the workforce and increase social independence. At the same time however, Product Action functions as a business, and is competitive within the small business sector, ensuring a high quality service to our customers. Product Action provides a niche service, providing Supported Employment and skill development for individuals with high support needs increasing independence. Product Action is a small, unique service providing a person-centred approach. Our staff provide one on one support to help each individual achieve their employment and learning goals.

Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation that delivers essential medical services. Its core mission is to improve health outcomes and enhance the well-being of Aboriginal communities in Western Australia.

This Indigenous corporation is dedicated to suicide prevention, likely serving the Quandamooka community in Queensland. While specific activities are not detailed, its core mission is to improve mental health and well-being among Indigenous people.

The Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders Corporation for Alcohol & Drug Dependence Services provides services to address alcohol and drug dependence in Indigenous communities, aiming to improve their health and well-being. This organisation focuses on supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities affected by substance abuse. Its services are designed to promote positive outcomes and reduce the impact of substance abuse.

Red Lily Health Board (Aboriginal Corporation) is an Indigenous organisation likely dedicated to providing health services and support to Aboriginal communities in the Northern Territory. Its social impact focuses on improving health outcomes and overall well-being for these communities.

The Riverina Medical and Dental Aboriginal Corporation delivers essential medical and dental healthcare services to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Riverina region of NSW. The organisation aims to increase access to care for these communities. It focuses on providing vital healthcare services to those in need.

The Riverina Murray Cultural Healing Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation based in the Riverina Murray region of NSW that focuses on cultural preservation, promotion, and healing for Aboriginal communities. The corporation appears to deliver services aimed at supporting the wellbeing and cultural identity of Indigenous peoples through culturally appropriate programs and initiatives. However, detailed information about specific programs and activities is limited based on available data.

Self Help Workplace employs 43 adults with a disability. The team work across five commercial business units:Prime Timber Production: manufacture of pine and hardwood products, including pallets, survey pegs, garden stakes, bins and boxes; docking, custom products for the wine and berry industryMerit Commercial Solutions: pick & pack, product assembly, mail outs, print finishing, security shredding, industry cleaning ragsEncore Clothing: second-hand clothing boutiquePlenty Catering & Hire: corporate catering, bus and room hireSpruce Grounds Maintenance: domestic, commercial and industrial yard work We provide high quality products services at competitive prices delivered in full and on time. We provide meaningful and productive employment so people with disability can enjoy independent lives. Their families appreciate that our team is valued and respected.