Australian Social Enterprises

At CPL, we work with people of all ages to maximise their potential. From going to school or finding a job through to enjoying their retirement years. Previously known as the Cerebral Palsy League, we changed our name to CPL which stands for Choice, Passion and Life – a sentiment that reflects everything we do. Mylestones is part of CPL - Choice, Passion, Life, a profit-for-purpose organisation that provides vital support to more than 5,000 people. At Mylestones, our businesses are focused on creating more opportunities for people with barriers and disabilities to find work, earn an income, gain independence, develop new skills and follow their passions.

The Illawarra Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous‑run organisation based in New South Wales that delivers community services, cultural programs and economic opportunities tailored to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Illawarra region. By operating social enterprises and offering training and consultancy, the corporation generates revenue while reinvesting profits to improve social, cultural and economic outcomes for its members. Its work focuses on empowerment, capacity‑building and fostering sustainable Indigenous businesses.

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.

We assist people to live the lives they choose, experience success, access all that the community has to offer and develop to become the greatest versions of themselves. Some of the ways we do this is through employment and training Our organisation is committed to ensuring that people with disability are provided with opportunities to contribute as full citizens of where they live. We pay particular attention when sourcing work for the people that we support to its value within the community and the financial sustainability of each venture. We assist people to meet their obligations as a citizen of their community by working and producing in the same way that is expected of others. This in turn means they are receiving a wage that allows them to participate more in what is happening around them.

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.

HPA - "Helping People Achieve" is a non-government not-for-profit organisation that has been providing services to Territorians with physical and intellectual disabilit since 1963, in the Darwin and Palmerston ares. HPA currently supports 68 people in our employment service and 40 people in our accommodation services. Helping People Achieve (HPA) has provided supported employment and accommodation to Territorians with disabilities since 1963. The aim of HPA’s employment service is to benefit the community through the creation and development of employment opportunities for people with disabilities and to facilitate supported accommodation. The aim of HPA’s employment service is to benefit individuals with training and ongoing support necessary to enable their success in ‘open employment’. HPA has a strong record of achieving success in this role. HPA currently has two business enterprises, Kokoda Industries and Ausdesigns that produce excellent local products and services. Kokoda Industries trains and upskills employees in a vast array of tasks and manufactures a range of high quality timber, steel and aluminium products. Ausdesigns also has a diverse range of competencies and skills for its employees to learn. It is an industrial sewing, screen-printing and embroidery business. DAS Support Services is the supported accommodation division of HPA. DAS provides this valuable outreach support to approximately 35 people living independently in the community.

genU Karingal St Laurence is a social enterprise providing comprehensive support services for people with disabilities and seniors, alongside employment and training programs. They empower individuals to live full, independent lives, achieve meaningful careers, and access suitable housing, fostering greater community inclusion and wellbeing.

Our Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE)* has more than 20 highly talented professionals, and 30 years of experience to help get your data, admin and computer based work completed easily and affordably. SCIA provides a wide range of services for people living with spinal cord injury and other physical disability, including: employment, information, advocacy, NDIS support, exercise therapy and peer support. SCIA offers full award wage positions, training and career development to all supported employees

Disability Employment Services (DES) program - assistance for people with a disability, medical condition and/or injury to gain open employment. Also offering specialist services to Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander people. Indigenous Employment Program - accredited and non-accredited training, work experience placement and employment opportunities for Indigenous Australians Employer support services - including disability awareness

Lasercraft Australia was formed over 36 years ago and our main focus is the supply of High Quality Recognition Awards and Business Gifts, along with manufacture of survey pegs, secure document destruction and packing (see lasercraft.com.au for more information) We supply to all levels of Government and Business and are well known in the Awards Industry. Lasercraft currently employs 53 people living with a disability and we are proud of what we achieve at Lasercraft. Lasercraft is a not-for-profit company providing supported employment for over 53 people living with a disability. Since inception over 36 years ago Lasercraft has given hundreds of supported workers the opportunity for work, socialisation and a better life. Lasercraft promotes a safe and inclusive environment and strives to provide ongoing training and support to people living with disabilities, their carers, family and community.

Mail and packaging services.

Endeavour Foundation is dedicated to helping people with a disability live fulfilling lives. We work together to turn possibilities into reality for each individual to live life to the full - whether that means moving into a new home, gaining qualifications that help fulfil individual aspirations or finding a job. Our commercial businesses range from confidential document destruction to e-waste recycling, offering real jobs in a social and supportive environment for people with a disability. Endeavour Foundation is dedicated to helping people with disability live fulfilling lives. We work together to turn possibilities into reality for each individual to live life to the full - whether that means moving into a new home, gaining qualifications that help fulfil individual aspirations or finding a job. Employment can boost your confidence and self-esteem, it connects you with your community and can give you a strong sense of purpose. We believe that employment opportunities form a critical part of an inclusive and empowering community for people with a disability.

AXIS Worx in Horsham is an Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) providing supported employment for people with disability who are unable to work in the open employment sector. Each of these business units produce unique products and services, and offer valuable employment and training opportunities to people with disability. Check out the range of these products and services below.

AXIS Employment is a social enterprise that inspires and empowers people through employment, fostering social inclusion and value. They have been delivering their services for over 30 years, supporting thousands of participants. Their mission is to promote inclusive employment and community engagement.

AXIS Employment is a social enterprise that inspires and empowers people through employment, fostering social inclusion and value. With over 30 years of experience, they support participants, employers, and local communities. Their mission is to promote inclusive employment and empower individuals.

AXIS Employment is a social enterprise that inspires and empowers people through employment, fostering social inclusion and value. With over 30 years of experience, they support participants, employers, and local communities. Their mission is to promote inclusive employment and empower individuals.

AXIS Worx is a social enterprise that inspires and empowers people through employment, fostering social inclusion and value. With over 30 years of experience, they support participants, employers, and local communities. Their mission is to promote inclusive employment and social enterprise.

AXIS Worx is a Social Enterprise that provide Supported Employment to people with permanent disability AXIS Worx for the past 3 years have been major sponsors of the Tri State Games as they have been held in Horsham. As an organisation we provide sponsorship to a variety of clubs within our region. Working at AXIS Worx provides our supported employees with the opportunity to participate in meaningful and fulfilling employment, learn new work skills, receive support and encouragement in the workplace, gain valuable employment experience, increase confidence and independence while making new friends and earning a wage

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.