Australian Social Enterprises

Vivid Work Crew Echuca is an Australian Disability Enterprise and NDIS registered provider offering paid, meaningful employment in a supported environment for people with disabilities across Echuca, Swan Hill, Kerang and surrounding northern Victorian townships. The social enterprise partners with local businesses to provide cleaning, horticulture, and waste management services while building skills and confidence for workforce inclusion.

Wahluu Health Aboriginal Corporation Bathurst is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to improving health outcomes for the Aboriginal community in the Bathurst region of NSW. As a registered charity, it aims to provide health services and support tailored to the needs of the local Indigenous population.

Walhallow Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation, registered with ACNC, likely focused on health and community wellbeing for the Walhallow Aboriginal community. Its primary aim appears to be supporting the health and social outcomes of its members.

Walkabout Wellbeing Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in NSW. While specific activities are not explicitly detailed, its contact email suggests it may provide barber services. Its social impact likely involves promoting wellbeing and supporting the Indigenous community.

Australian Disability Enterprise offering employment and training opportunities to people with different abilities. We offer training and employment opportunities to people with different abilities. Thereby enabling them to be the best that they can be and make a real contribution to society and the community. Through on the job training and skills development, employees have the chance to work in a variety of roles and job challenges. The knowledge gained assists in building self esteem, confidence and independence.

Waminda South Coast Women’s Health and Wellbeing Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation dedicated to improving the health and overall wellbeing of Aboriginal women on the South Coast of NSW. It aims to provide culturally appropriate services to support this specific community.

Wangarang Industries is a not-for-profit Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE), providing jobs and training for people with a variety of disabilities throughout the Central West region of NSW. Established in 1952, Wangarang is essentially a commercial business that provides real work in a supported environment for more than 125 people with a disability, many of whom would otherwise be unable to work. Our supported employees undertake a diverse range of jobs from straightforward to quite complex in a range of work settings from factory based to mobile work crews. Wangarang offers a range of business and domestic services throughout Orange and the Central West, including: Gardening and lawn maintenance, textile production and repair, component assembly, document scanning, shredding, sewing and alterations, labelling, commercial cleaning, mailing and packaging. Wangarang provide services to a large and diverse customer base ranging from individuals and small sole proprietor businesses through to large multinational corporations. In addition, Wangarang also provides Life Choices and Active Ageing day programs. These programs aim to develop and maintain the participants’ ability to take part in community life, enhance independence, and provide ongoing learning, development and social interaction. Wangarang Industries is a not-for-profit Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE), providing jobs and training for people with disabilities throughout the Central West region of NSW. Wangarang offers a range of business and domestic services throughout Orange and the Central West, including: Gardening and lawn maintenance, textile production and repair, component assembly, document scanning, shredding, sewing and alterations, labelling, commercial cleaning, mailing and packaging. Wangarang also provides Life Choices and Active Ageing day programs. These programs aim to develop and maintain the participants’ ability to take part in community life, enhance independence, and provide ongoing learning, development and social interaction. Established in 1952, Wangarang is essentially a commercial business that provides real work in a supported environment for more than 125 people with a disability, many of whom would otherwise be unable to work. Wangarang not only provide jobs for people with disabilities, but also provide them with a sense of purpose and belonging in our community. Social interaction, friendship and comradery are all an important part of Wangarang.

Warida Wholistic Wellness is an Indigenous-owned social enterprise in South Australia providing culturally safe healing practices, including decolonised counselling, bush therapy, and equine-assisted therapy, alongside business coaching for First Nations entrepreneurs. The organisation empowers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and communities through reconnecting with Indigenous wisdom, cultural wellbeing, and economic empowerment.

Warntapinthi Wellbeing Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation promoting wellbeing within Aboriginal communities in South Australia. Although specific details are not available, its focus is likely on improving the health and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians. The organisation aims to deliver social impact through its community-focused initiatives.

Warnumamalya Health Services Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous-led organisation providing health services, likely within the Northern Territory. Its social impact focuses on improving health outcomes and well-being for Aboriginal communities.

Waterlily Healing Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous-led charity based in the Northern Territory. While the specific nature of its activities is not detailed in the provided public register information, its name suggests a focus on providing healing or wellbeing services to Indigenous communities.

Waverley Helpmates believes that people with disabilities should have the same opportunities as any other person for employment and employment based training which is compatible with their abilities.

Waverley Social Enterprises delivers high-quality packing, assembly, catering and grounds maintenance services. As a profit-for-purpose social enterprise, every job we do creates meaningful employment for over 380 people with disability, helping businesses achieve great outcomes while making a genuine social impact. Waverley Social Enterprises strengthens the community by creating meaningful, paid employment for over 380 people with disability. Through inclusive workplaces and real job opportunities, we build skills, confidence and independence while fostering connection and belonging. As a profit-for-purpose social enterprise, every service we deliver reinvests back into jobs, training and support, helping reduce barriers to employment and creating lasting social and economic benefits for individuals, families and the wider community. Waverley Social Enterprises supports employees and their families by providing safe, meaningful work built on four pillars: Friendship, Joy, Belonging and Learning. Our workplaces foster genuine friendships and a sense of community where people feel valued and included. Meaningful employment brings pride, routine and financial independence, easing pressure on families. Through ongoing learning and skill development, employees build confidence and capability, creating positive outcomes at work, at home and in the wider community.

Wayapa Wuurrk Sustainability & Wellness Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation based in Victoria. Its name indicates a focus on promoting sustainability and wellness, likely through cultural practices. The provided public register details do not elaborate on its specific activities or social impact.

Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service is an Indigenous organisation that provides health services to Aboriginal communities, aiming to improve their health and well-being. The organisation is currently under special administration but remains committed to its core mission. It plays a vital role in addressing the health disparities faced by Indigenous people in Queensland.

Wesley Mission is a for purpose organisation delivering services across NSW to support the most disadvantaged in our communities. As an Australian Disability Enterprise, Wesley Mission provides meaningful employment for over 100 Supported employees in areas of Contract Packaging, Gardening & Cleaning, Graffiti Removal, Administration and hospitality. Based out of Dundas, Wesley's Cleaning and Gardening crews service the greater Sydney area, north to Newcastle and South to the Illawarra, West to the Blue Mountains. Wesley Mission provides opportunities for people living with a disability to lead a fulfilling life through employment. As a charitable organisation, Wesley Mission supports disadvantaged individuals through employment, aged care, disability support, family and youth activities, registered training and other services supporting the communities in which we work. The David Morgan Centre provides an outlet for supported employees to contribute through meaningful employment, building self-esteem in supported employees while providing on the job training. Families can find comfort knowing that Wesley's Supported Employees are contributing to the support of other disadvantaged groups through Wesley Mission service.

The West Australian Stolen Generations Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to supporting survivors and descendants of the Stolen Generations in Western Australia. It aims to address the profound historical injustices and trauma caused by forced removals, likely through advocacy, cultural healing, and support services.

Westcare Incorporated is a Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) and a not-for-profit Social Enterprise, providing meaningful employment, high quality development opportunities, training and accommodation for people living with a disability. We have been carrying out our mission since 1947. Westcare is a registered NDIS service providerAs an ADE, Westcare provides a wide range of employment and training across our commercial businesses, these being: Westcare Print (Nedlands, WA)A commercial printing facility offering a full range of graphic materials from stickers to signage. We also provide a full end to end secure mail service, from processing, printing and delivery to receipt and sorting of physical mail. Westcare Box (Bassendan, WA)Westcare manufacture spare part boxes, pathology containers and storage products all made in Australia from fully recyclable materials. Westcare Foodpak (Bassendean, WA)Westcare decant large volume goods such as powders or granular products into small volume packaging for resale (think flour or spices). We offer either a standard or organic food processing environment, both being fully audited to the relevant Australian standards. Westcare Industrial Packaging (Bassendean, WA)Westcare provide a fulfilment service at any volume to assist getting your products to your customers. Our team are Pick and Pack specialists. Westcare also provide independent accommodation services at our Westcare Accommodation Services based in Shenton Park, WA. ISO9001:2015HACCP & Organic Certification Westcare maintains its support to people living with a disability through its independent commercial contracts. Revenue from our commercial enterprises are channelled back into the organisation to fund training, accommodation and work opportunities for people living with a disability. Westcare has over 200 employees in total of which approximately 84% are people living with a disability. Consequently Westcare is directly benefitting supported employees, their carers, families and loved ones.

The Western Aranda Health Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered with ORIC, whose name strongly suggests a focus on providing health services to the Western Aranda Aboriginal community. However, the provided information does not detail its specific activities, programs, or explicit social impact beyond its name and registration status.

The Western Bulldogs Community Foundation is the community services arm of the AFL club, delivering innovative community services, training, and education in Victoria's West. They leverage the club's platform to foster health, education, and leadership, aiming to build stronger, more connected communities for individuals, families, and organisations.

whISPers Softball Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation is an Indigenous corporation based in the ACT, focused on promoting softball. Its likely social impact involves fostering community engagement, health, and cultural identity among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through sports participation.

Wide Bay Aboriginal Corporation for Child Protection is an Indigenous organisation based in Queensland, primarily focused on the welfare and protection of Aboriginal children. Its social impact aims to ensure the safety and well-being of Indigenous youth and support families within the Wide Bay region.

Our mission is to provide meaningful paid employment, personal growth opportunities and other support services in a safe and happy environment for people living with disability. Our more than 40 Supported Employees are placed in work most suited to their physical and intellectual strengths and personal preferences. Willing & Able has a variety of successful businesses which continue to provide employment for its Supported Employees in the Port Macquarie Hastings Region. These being - Op Shop, Woodwork, Renovation & Recycling Warehouse, Coffee Bar and Commercial Laundry. We also provide recycling and assembly and packaging services. Willing and Able pride ourselves on our contribution to the community. Not only do we support adults living with disability, we work in partnership with various businesses and other community organisations to be as environmentally responsible and sustainable as possible. The Foundation is a vibrant and sustainable social enterprise, providing employment opportunities and support pathways for our friendly, willing, and able people.

Windarring is a people centred, community-based organisation committed to eliminating barriers to participation, inclusion and acceptance for people with disabilities in their local community. Our mission is to ensure the best outcomes for participants by providing high quality, responsive and personalised support for those with disabilities and with their families. Our disability enterprise locations: - Kyneton Copy Centre - 58 Mollison Street, Kyneton. - Kyneton Clothing Recycling + Kyneton Gardening Crew - 67 Baynton Street, Kyneton - Castlemaine Emporium (Second hand store) - 317 Barker Street, Castlemaine - Bendigo Clothing Recycling + Gardening Crew - 38 Rohs Road, East Bendigo. - Bendigo Emporium (Second hand store) - 1 Fir Street, Golden Square. Come and visit us today! Windarring operate a range of different disability enterprises across Castlemaine, Kyneton and Bendigo.We work in with the community by providing professional and friendly services across each location. Members of the community will always be greeted with a friendly face when visiting any of our enterprises and will always have a positive customer experience. We provide supported employees and their families the dignity of work and connection and contribution to the local community.Employment is important to every individual - by giving individuals a sense of purpose and identity, independence to earn their own income and build on their skills and professional development.

Windgap: Creating Opportunities The Windgap Foundation is a not for profit organisation, with a purpose built, fully functioning warehouse and in house café. Windgap provides meaningful supported employment to adults with intellectual disabilities. There are many roles and opportunities within Windgap’s Australian Disability Enterprises (ADE), catering and Growability gardening teams, providing each of our participants with a range of jobs and skills development. Windgap’s person centred approach provides quality programs and support to foster independence, empowerment, learning and development, enabling each individual to live life to the fullest.Windgap’s Supported Employment programs and services are coordinated by experienced professionals, who work alongside our teams of participants to help provide employment, training and quality production and service. Supported Employment opportunities include: > Growability – garden and lawn maintenance team > Warehouse – providing a range of commercial picking, packaging and assembly > Catering – the café and work experience catering team provide a range of food and beverages to the community > Laser Engraving – custom engraving and laser cutting on a range of surfaces and products, from trophies to cake toppers. Registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and not-for-profits Commission, the Windgap Foundation was formed by a group of parents 70 years ago to provide education to their children with intellectual disabilities who were denied schooling. Today, Windgap provides support over 200 families and opportunities to participants from 18 to 84 years, fulfilling a range of needs and goals in supported employment, residential group homes, learning and life skill programs, support coordination, and participation in community life. Windgap’s Mission:“To improve the quality of life of people with an intellectual disability by supporting them in reaching their full potential and raising community awareness as to their needs and aspirations” Windgap’s Values: Integrity – Caring – Empowering – Innovation – Independence Windgap has built many great relationships and partnerships within the community, which deliver unique opportunities for supported employees and their families to engage in social and economic inclusion. The Windgap Foundation is an established disability support organisation located in the Eastern suburbs of Sydney, which provides opportunities and a range of programs and services to support and empower adults with disabilities.