Australian Social Enterprises

Unisson Disability has been providing Supported Employment for more than fifty years through our employment servicesPack Works, and Ground Works. We provide professional, cost effective and customer focussed packaging, mail processing, ID Card printing and sample bag fulfilment as well as grounds maintenance to some of Australia's most respected commercial, local and state government organisations. While we are a not for profit organisation 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 promote greater independence of people with a disability within the local communities. By providing meaningful, paid employment for people with intellectual or physical disability we facilitate independence, self-respect and opportunities to enable them to become fully contributing members of the community. We encourage our supported employees to have friendships and community networks (within their communities) separate to their families. We promote attendance by our supported employees in sporting, social and recreational activities within their communities. We provide linkages for our employees to access other service providers, community activities and groups of interest. Our supported employees are the foundation of our business. We provide meaningful, sustainable and valuable employment to over 70 Australians with a disability. 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 Our support staff work with each employee to achieve their personal and individual goals.

Uniting Vic.Tas is the community services organisation of the Uniting Church, delivering services and programs across Victoria and Tasmania. We strive to make a difference for individuals, families and communities. Among the many programs and services we provide are two social enterprises - Tadpac Print and Fire & Clay. Tadpac is a registered Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) providing meaningful employment and a sense of community to people living with a disability. With more than 50 years of experience in the printing industry, we are Tasmania’s go-to business for quality printing. View our services at www.tadpac.com.au. Fire & Clay provides employment for more than 30 adults living with a disability in a supported environment. Based in Lilydale, Victoria, the team produces distinctive, functional and decorative pottery pieces, which are distributed and sold locally. Fire & Clay also offers a creative arts program, with flexible activities to suit all levels of ability. Any profit from our social enterprises is used to support the work Uniting Vic.Tas does in the community. We work alongside people: • Needing safe and secure housing• Who want to manage their mental health• Who want to gain control over their drug and alcohol use• Living with a disability, who want to gain employment and live independently.• Who want parenting support to keep their family safe, together and thriving.• Who are young and want support through counselling, mentoring and life skills to work towards their goals. We offer meaningful work and a sense of community to people living with a disability. This provides greater economic independence, social connection and improved confidence. We are proud that some people use our enterprises as a pathway to open employment, while others appreciate the security and stability and stay with us for their entire working life.

Urapuntja Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation and registered charity dedicated to providing essential, culturally appropriate health services. Its primary social impact is improving the health and well-being of Aboriginal people, likely within the Urapuntja community.

he purpose of Valley Skills for Life is to help people with disability develop the skills they need to increase their independence and participate as valued and active members of the community with a person centred approach. Planners work with each individual to design a program of activities to achieve the individual’s goals.

UFS Healthcare operates as a member-owned pharmacy and multidisciplinary health services provider in Victoria, delivering accessible pharmacy, medical, eye care, and dental services to the community. As a social enterprise, it prioritises affordable healthcare access and reinvests profits back into member services and community health initiatives.

Victorian Seven Sisters Netball Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous corporation in Victoria focused on promoting netball within Indigenous communities. It aims to foster community engagement, cultural connection, and health through sports participation for Indigenous people.

Vincent Industries recycles second hand clothes, footwear and handbags and exports them to India and Malaysia. Clothes that are not suitable for export are processed into a range of cleaning cloths for sale in the North West of Tasmania.

Vivid is a local, not for profit disability service provider that offers supports to more than 200 adults living with disability in Echuca, Kerang, Swan Hill and Kyabram. Supports include day programs, supported accommodation, 1:1 individualised support, transport services, community access, and supported employment. Vivid carries a fifty plus year history of innovation, respect, hard work and community spirit, with more than 150 staff and 85 supported employees. Vivid understands that providing quality disability support services is about listening, understanding, and ultimately assisting people to achieve their goals. We are dedicated to providing tailored assistance based on our Participants' needs. We are Vivid are committed to creating a community where people of all abilities thrive.

Voice of Hope Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous charity and Aboriginal Corporation operating in Western Australia. The organisation appears focused on serving and supporting Aboriginal communities through community development and empowerment initiatives. Limited operational details are publicly available due to restricted access to their corporate documentation.

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.

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.

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.

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, with a focus on improving health outcomes and well-being for Aboriginal communities. The organisation aims to address health disparities and promote overall well-being. Its social impact is centered around delivering culturally sensitive healthcare services.

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.

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.

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 inferred to provide health services to the Western Aranda Aboriginal community in the Northern Territory. Its social impact is likely focused on improving health and wellbeing outcomes for this specific Indigenous group.

The Western Australian Family Violence Prevention Legal Service Aboriginal Corporation provides specialised legal services to prevent family violence within Indigenous communities across Western Australia. The organisation focuses on enhancing safety, providing legal support, and improving access to justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by family violence. Their culturally appropriate services aim to support victims and break the cycle of family violence in Indigenous families.

Western District Employment Access (WDEA) Ararat, operating as are-able, provides disability employment, training, education and recruitment services in Victoria's western region. The social enterprise connects people with disabilities to meaningful employment opportunities while supporting their personal development and community inclusion. Their comprehensive approach includes vocational training, job placement, and ongoing support services.

Western District Employment Access (WDEA) Ballarat is a social enterprise that provides disability employment, training, education, and recruitment services. The organisation aims to support people with disabilities in finding employment and achieving their career goals. By doing so, WDEA Ballarat contributes to a more inclusive and diverse workforce.