Australian Social Enterprises

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Dardiyool Dancers Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation based in Western Australia. While specific activities are not detailed, its name strongly suggests involvement in Aboriginal dance, likely focusing on cultural preservation and performance. Its social impact would primarily be in maintaining and promoting Indigenous cultural heritage within the community.

The Darumbal People Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC is an Indigenous organisation that holds and manages native title rights and interests for the Darumbal People. Its primary social impact is preserving cultural heritage and empowering the Darumbal community through the responsible management of these rights and interests.

Deaf Indigenous Dance Group (DIDG) Indigenous Corporation is an organisation that leverages dance to promote cultural expression and community engagement for Deaf Indigenous Australians. Its primary social impact likely involves fostering cultural identity, enhancing inclusivity, and providing a unique platform for artistic participation within this specific community.

Delando Corporation is a not-for-profit charity and an Incorporated Company Limited by Guarantee. Delando is fortunate to have a pro-active Board of Directors who oversee the financial running of the organisation. As a group they get involved in strategic planning for the future and maintain regular contact with Delando and its Management team. Delando enclaves are run by competent Supervisors who have many years of experience in running work groups at host employer work sites. Each Supervisor holds a minimum of a Certificate IV in disabilities and receives regular opportunities for upskilling, attending seminars and network meetings to keep informed about current trends and services available in the community. Delando is now going through a process of change in the way it conducts its operations in a distinct effort to move with the times, increase its professionalism and remain competitive within the marketplace. Delando has been fortunate enough to develop many successful relationships through its Enclaves that have been set up and continue to run successfully with high profile organisations such as Kmart, Hunter Health Support and the University of Newcastle.

Derby Media Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation based in Derby, Western Australia, likely operating a media outlet such as a radio station (6DBY). While specific program details are unavailable, it aims to provide a platform for the local Indigenous community, fostering cultural expression and community connection.

Descendants of Syd Williams Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation based in Queensland that supports its members and the broader Aboriginal community through cultural, educational, and economic initiatives. The organisation aims to preserve Indigenous heritage, empower youth and elders, and foster sustainable community development across the region.

Disability Services Australia (DSA) is a respected not-for-profit organisation that provides essential community support, employment and training services to enhance the lives of people with a disability. DSA is an integral part of more than 65 communities and employs more than 1,300 people. From our early beginnings back in 1957 we have grown to become an innovative organisation, developing and evolving personalised services that drive true inclusion. We are a professional and flexible organisation, fit for the exciting future we face as the Australian disability sector undergoes profound and fundamental change. Our priority is supporting people to reach their full potential at home, at work and in their community life. Each year, we reaffirm our commitment to our mission of enabling opportunities for people with a disability to experience choice, inclusion and achievement.

Distinctive Options Noweyung continues its evolution as an organisation providing a range of quality disability support services to individuals aimed at delivering better life outcomes. Our community based organisation Noweyung Ltd was established in 1954 to provide a range of services for people with disabilities in East Gippsland. In 2024 Noweyung Ltd merged with Melbourne based Distinctive Options and Noweyung became Distinctive Options Noweyung. Distinctive Options Noweyung offers quality disability options with a range of innovative and collaborative partnerships within both the local and broader communities. Distinctive Options Noweyung provides a range of support services to adults in the areas of education, training, community development, pre-employment, employment and advocacy services.

Djawun Djumbe Burnett Blacks Custodial Native Title and Cultural Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation focused on managing native title rights and promoting the culture of the Burnett Blacks people. Its core purpose involves the custodianship of traditional lands and waters. The social impact is centered on empowering Indigenous communities, preserving cultural heritage, and supporting self-determination.

Djilpin Arts Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation registered with ORIC. Based on its name, it likely focuses on arts, potentially promoting and preserving Indigenous culture and artistic practices, though specific activities are not detailed in the provided information.

Djugun Tribal Creations Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Western Australia. While its name suggests a focus on cultural or artistic creations, the provided public register details do not specify its operational activities or social impact.

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Dreamtime Artistry is a 100% Aboriginal-owned business in Queensland specializing in authentic handmade Aboriginal art, crafts, giftware, and cultural services. They offer Welcome to Country ceremonies, smoking ceremonies, and interactive workshops in Aboriginal painting, weaving, and didgeridoo playing, while supporting and empowering First Nations artists to preserve and share their culture.

Durrmu Arts Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation based in the Northern Territory, focused on the arts sector. It likely promotes Indigenous culture and provides economic opportunities for Aboriginal artists.

Edgerton - Kwiembal Environmental, Heritage and Cultural Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous-led organisation dedicated to the preservation of Aboriginal cultural heritage and the promotion of Indigenous culture. It also focuses on environmental stewardship, aiming to protect significant sites and foster cultural identity within the community.

Elouera Association LTD provides quality education and employment training to people with a disability in Cootamundra, Young, Temora, Harden and surrounding districts. The Elouera Special School has provided education to children in the area for over 50 years and more recently Elouera Hire, Elouera Laundry and Elouera Recycling have provided employment and training to adults with a disability. There are real benefits to the wider community from having people with a disability accessing employment at one of our Disability Enterprises. Money earned goes back into the local economy, social security expenses lower, health care costs lower and these businesses provide vital products and services to the community.Disability Employment costs tax payers a lot less that alternative day services. Every dollar spent at a Disability enterprise either for goods and services or funding produces a real social dividend to local communities. Employment at one of our Disability Enterprises provides individuals with additional financial independence, greater skills, the feeling of being part of a team with purpose and the pride of having a job as part of the community just like most other people. People that have a job in general are healthier and more fit. For families of those working at a Disability Enterprise, for many they also can re-enter the workforce giving the whole family greater financial security. They tell us how much more confident their family members are that work for us.

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.

Engawala Art Centre Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous-led art centre that supports Aboriginal artists from the Engawala community in the Northern Territory. It focuses on promoting their artwork, fostering cultural preservation, and providing economic opportunities for its members.

Erub Erwer Meta Torres Strait Islander Corporation is an Indigenous corporation likely focused on arts and cultural activities from the Torres Strait Islands, specifically Erub (Darnley Island). Its social impact would involve promoting Torres Strait Islander culture and providing economic opportunities for local artists and the community.

Euraba Paper Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous business based in NSW. Its name suggests involvement in paper-related activities, potentially manufacturing or arts and crafts. However, the provided administrative details do not specify its operations or social impact.

Eurella Community Services exists to provide the best practice, meaningful employment, residential and development services for children and adults of all ages with intellectial and other disabilities and to assist them to have their maximum possible quality of life and to develop their maximum potential. We encourage our customers to visit our site and speak with our supported employees to discuss the work we do for them. Our employees are very much part of the process. These discussions assist to develop relationships with the community. We also involve Work for the Dole and Workplace Rehabilitation participants in many aspects of our activities. We provide real work opportunities to our supported employees. The range of work we provide to them is very diverse and consequently both stimulating and challenging. They accept those challenges and embrace the self esteem that employment provides in their lives.

Founded in 1962, Fairhaven is a not-for-profit NDIS Registered Provider and community leader on the Central Coast of NSW in the provision of services for people living with disability. Our range of services include: * Fairhaven CoPack* Fairhaven Op Shopping Village* Fare Cravin Cafe* Supported Employment* Community participation and drop-in supports* Specialist Disability Accommodation & Supported Independent Living Options* Support Coordination* Community Transport At our CoPack facility, we take great pride in partnering with our customers to help develop, high quality tailor made solutions for their Food packaging, Packaging and assembly solutions to deliver the best results possible. We offers a variety of innovative solutions for individuals and businesses and are HACCP and ACO approved and have staff certified in Cert 3 in Warehousing. • 5 Clean rooms• Food filling and Packaging solutions • Packing & General assembly • Stickering and Re-work Fairhaven contributes to community connection by providing support to people living with disability. This includes meaningful employment, skills development and capacity building, supported accommodation and day programs. Our thriving retail outlet, at Point Claire Fairhaven Op Shopping Village, draws in people from the wider community who come to shop and relax at our café. Our community hub runs activities for our participants as well as the broader community. Fairhaven is more than just a work place – Fairhaven offers a meaningful and productive means of supporting people with disabilities. There is a great sense of pride and achievement that comes with not only having a job, but being part of a team. This sense of belonging and achievement is recognised and appreciated by our customers and supported employee family members.Our Australian Disability Enterprise provide meaningful employment to over 140 people living with disability. We offer food and general packaging, as well as retail experience. The variety of work offered by Fairhaven ensures that people can choose a supported employment role that best suits their interests and ability.