Australian Social Enterprises

Tabulam Turtle Divers R.L.F.C. Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous rugby league football club based in Tabulam, NSW. As an Aboriginal Corporation, it likely aims to foster community engagement, cultural connection, and health and wellbeing through sport for local Indigenous people.

Tamworth Aboriginal Medical Service is an Indigenous corporation providing comprehensive health services to the Aboriginal community in the Tamworth region of NSW. As an ACNC-registered charity, it delivers culturally appropriate medical care designed to improve health and wellbeing outcomes for Indigenous Australians. The organisation focuses on addressing health disparities faced by Aboriginal people through accessible, culturally safe healthcare services.

The Tasmanian Aboriginal Health Service Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to providing health services to the Aboriginal community in Tasmania. Its primary social impact is to improve health outcomes, address health disparities, and enhance the overall well-being of Indigenous people in the region.

Tastex Knitwear produces high quality School, Corporate and fashion knitwear and embroidered items. We also manufacture knitted "Envirowoolly" native animal toys made from recycled woollen off-cuts. Tastex Knitwear produces quality Tasmanian Knitwear & Embroidery which is marketed mainly in the school, corporate & Government Sectors. Tastex contributes to the Tasmanian economy, marketing our knitwear both throughout Tasmania and interstate. Tastex provides employment for 27 Tasmanians, 18 of our employees have an intellectual disability. Tastex provides ongoing training, employment and support for our Supported Employees. We provide recognised traineeships and in-house training in Textile Production which improves skills and future employment opportunities. Tastex also provides training in Life Skills which enables our Supported Employees to work towards living independently within the community.

We have achieved an excellent reputation in our local area for our high-quality packaging service. We offer our clients competitive pricing, reduced staffing costs, reduced transport costs and unsurpassed quality control.

We provide all your commercial digital printing requirements, scanning services, confidential document destruction and office paper, cardboard recycling, lawn and garden maintenance We provide employment opportunties for people with disability, who are hightly trained and motivated to provide excellent services to our customers, through our recycling services we are able to reduce the communities carbon footprint. We aslo work closely with community organistions such as rotary to assit them with their community projects, our employees get the opportunity to participate in acredited training of their choice. From helping people with basic life skills, to establishing work programs and career development plans, the Ascent team provides people with a disability and their families with the support and assistance they need to achieve their goals.

The Big Sister Experience offers mental health, wellbeing and life education workshops to young people, educators & families, across Victoria. We provide a diverse array of programs for Grade 4 to... Read more

We create meaningful employment for people with disabilities and from disadvantaged backgrounds through the operation of the ‘for purpose’ commercial laundries, delivering high quality, professional laundry and linen services to Tasmanian businesses. The benefits of gainful employment for people with disabilities and disadvantage extend throughout the wider community. Blueline Laundry betters community in which we live and work by provide stable, long term employment to our vulnerable workforce. Greater independence, social activities, and community involvement are just some of the benefits that working at Blueline provides. Our Supported Employment Program enables our team members with disability to access real work in a real work location. Supported workers are involved in all areas of the laundry. Staff members also work alongside supported employees in each area to ensure support is offered throughout the working day. Blueline Laundry is committed to empowering all staff to achieve their full potential. We provide full training with the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications.

The Bridge Inc. is a not-for-profit disability services provider located in the south-eastern and Northern suburbs of Melbourne. We’ve been helping people with disabilities develop key life skills for over 50 years. We offer job placement services, supported employment opportunities, learning in life skills, support to participate in social and leisure activities in the community. The Bridge Works is the warehousing and manufacturing service for The Bridge Employment. We provide meaningful employment for people with disabilities who require support to work. We assist with a range of business services, including labour hire, logistics support, manufacturing and e-fulfilment services. This service is useful for manufacturers experiencing space limitations; and wholesalers & importers requiring rework of products. The Bridge Works is part of The Bridge Employment which is a not–for-profit employment service provider delivering a comprehensive range of employment solutions to employers and jobseekers across South-East Melbourne. The Bridge Works provides warehouse solutions and commercial cleaning services to businesses through a supported employment enterprise. We match our supported employee's skills to the requirements of the jobs we have available, offering ongoing individualised training and guidance to complete tasks. Each employee is trained in Occupational Health and Safety Awareness, then specialised training is provided to gain new workplace skills. Our focus is on assisting people with disabilities or from disadvantaged backgrounds to maintain their employment, achieve goals and realise their full potential. We strive to ensure that each person achieves their own individual employment outcome.

The Central Australian Aboriginal Alcohol Programmes Unit Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to addressing alcohol-related issues within Aboriginal communities in Central Australia. It aims to develop and implement programs that reduce alcohol harm, improve health outcomes, and enhance community well-being.

The Common Good Social Enterprise operates The Cafe for The Common Good in Queensland, a certified Social Traders enterprise that supports health research and hospital projects. The cafe serves as both a retail operation and likely provides employment or training opportunities while generating funds for heart disease, lung disease, mental health, and ageing research.

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.

The Equality Institute is a certified social enterprise in Victoria working to advance gender equality and end violence against women and girls. Their vision is a world where diversity is celebrated, all people are respected, and power and resources are shared. They primarily serve marginalized women through community services, training, and communications.

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.

The Gathering Place Medical Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation registered in Victoria. Its name strongly suggests it focuses on providing medical or health-related services, primarily for Aboriginal communities. This work aims to improve health outcomes and support the well-being of Indigenous Australians.

The Health Worker Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in NSW. While its name suggests a focus on health-related services or support for health workers within Aboriginal communities, the provided public register extract does not contain specific details about its operations or social impact.

The Men's Project is an initiative of Jesuit Social Services focused on gender justice, working with men and boys to build healthy relationships and prevent violence. The program aims to create positive change in communities by promoting gender equality and addressing harmful stereotypes.

The North Coast Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal communities in the North Coast region of Queensland. It aims to deliver community health services and support, contributing to better health outcomes for Indigenous people.

The Oranges Toolkit is a workplace wellbeing and resilience training provider based in NSW that delivers science-based programs helping employees develop mental and emotional agility to adapt to complexity and change. The social enterprise donates its profits to Camp Quality to support children facing cancer in Australia.

The Shift Holistic Wellbeing is a Victorian-based social enterprise providing trauma-informed mental health support, educational programs, and mind-body self-care practices for women navigating the perinatal period. Founded by a practitioner with lived experience of post-partum depression and birth trauma, it empowers women with practical tools to build resilience and prioritise their emotional, physical, and mental health from conception through the early years of parenting.

The Snake Bite Programs Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Victoria. The provided ORIC public register details its legal status but offers no information about its specific programs, activities, or social impact, beyond what might be inferred from its name.

The Violet Initiative Ltd is an Australian social enterprise that helps organisations, their people, and customers navigate the last stage of life and grief. They provide both digital support through online content, tools, and resources, as well as in-person guidance via their network of experienced volunteer guides. Their services primarily benefit older people and aim to improve end-of-life experiences and grief support across communities.

The Westerman Jilya Institute for Mental Health Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous organisation based in Western Australia, focused on mental health. Its primary social impact is to address mental health challenges and promote wellbeing within Indigenous communities.

The Westsider is a volunteer-run, independent community newspaper and media platform serving Melbourne's western suburbs. It provides local news, stories, and information across various topics, fostering community connection and giving a voice to local issues, people, and culture.