Australian Social Enterprises

To increase inclusion of people with disabilities in the community through easier to understand communication and employment of disabled people.

To end modern slavery in Australia, help victims of this crime recover and partner in the fight to end global slavery.

Our mission is to help enable local communities to have a positive environmental impact through small scale environmental action; and to champion the circular economy through resource recovery, repair, and reuse.

We connect & equip purpose-driven people & organisations across Canberra & region to develop & sustain business solutions to social challenges - creating a fairer, more inclusive economy & improving wellbeing for people & planet. We directly support social enterprises through tailored learning & connection events & activities at our physical Hub at The University of Canberra, as well as other parts of the city.

Maturing Social Enterprise created to provide meaningful and gainful employment for people living with disabilities by providing sustainable gardening services and products to the Canberra Region. " Growing with Purpose - All Ability Workers and Sustainable Gardens"

Think+DO Tank Foundation collaborates with low-income and marginalised, urban communities in NSW, focusing on culturally and linguistically diverse women and children. Together, we develop a shared way of doing things, designing projects that have a demonstrated and lasting impact. Our evidence-based, replicable approaches improve social cohesion; reduce isolation; strengthen community capacity; and foster equity. By using the arts, imagination and creativity and social enterprise to approach communities we shift the realms of possibility while we simultaneously address the pragmatic challenges of disadvantage which hinder change.

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U Shape Us is a Canberra-based social enterprise creating simple imagination games that spark conversation, connection and a sense of belonging. We design tools that invite people to share memories, express ideas, and imagine new ways of connecting with others. Our games are used in schools, community programs, and with older people across Australia. Our work is grounded in the belief that when people are supported to share their inner worlds and be heard, they are more likely to feel valued, included, and connected. Through our two games, U Shape Us and Up To Us, we create spaces where people of all ages can participate, contribute ideas, and shape their own experiences of belonging.

Unlimited You is a sustainable leadership ecosystem for mid-life women. Through our M-Cube approach, we integrate Eastern contemplative discipline with Western performance systems to help women sustain energy, lead with clarity, and pass forward the wisdom that strengthens the next generation. Unlimited You bring you three distinctive services: + Her Altitude: An inspiring storytelling platform that celebrates women's reflective insights and achievements. + Her Space: A private sanctuary for women to unload mental heaviness and stay accountable. + Her Retreat: Experience the inner-self transformation to return renewed.

Our services fall in 3 categories: 1. Training on DEI: topics include unconscious bias, inclusive language, inclusive leadership, Aboriginal cultural engagement, race and gender related, LGBT allyship, mental health etc. 2. Consulting: policy creation, gender pay gap reporting for WGEA, design and implementation of programs on gender, race, culture, LGBT, disability. Research on social issues including doing focus groups, interviews, Data and statistical analysis of HR data, employment trends, employee satisfaction etc. 3. Virtual Reality experience creation: we will understand your needs and create a VR film tailored starting from idea onto script, filming, editing, software testing, and give you a ready to play Vr headset.

We work with social enterprises, government, investors and philanthropists to build, support and advocate for large-scale social enterprises, employing overlooked and underserved people.

Our aim is to create generational prosperity for our employees and meaningful, sustainable work for those facing barriers to life and employment. We bridge the gap of opportunity by providing a workplace environment based around connection and community. Our focus is on employing and mentoring young people who face systemic disadvantages to reach their full potential, creating native garden spaces together, with community for community . We bring Country back to urban spaces by focusing on nature and biodiversity, emphasising softscapes, Indigenous plants, and building food forests.

Women's Shed Canberra runs weekly workshops and drop-in sessions, and in 2023 launched the Mobile Women's Shed to reach women facing transport or social barriers. Sunita Kotnala, Founder and CEO was recognised for her leadership and named Canberra's Citizen of the Year 2025 for empowering hundreds of women through inclusive skills learning.

We build confidence, employability skills, entrepreneurship capability and strong mentor connections for meaningful pathways into employment and enterprise. YEP Careers delivers practical, real-world and strengths-based programs that equip people to discover careers aligned to their passions, strengths and the needs of local industries. We work with people of all ages, with strong experience working with young people and those who face complex barriers to employment, including people in the criminal justice system. Our mentoring approach provides steady guidance, industry insight and the kind of support that keeps participants engaged and moving forward, whether they choose business ownership or working for an organisation. We partner with all levels of government, industry and community organisations across regional NSW to deliver locally responsive programs that lead to meaningful, sustainable employment and enterprise outcomes.