Australian Social Enterprises

The Canberra Indigenous Business Network Indigenous Corporation supports Indigenous businesses in the Canberra region, fostering economic development and creating opportunities within the Indigenous community. This organisation aims to promote Indigenous entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency. By doing so, it contributes to the social and economic well-being of Indigenous Australians.

The Cape and Torres Strait Economic Development Network Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous corporation focused on fostering economic development within the Indigenous communities of the Cape York and Torres Strait regions. It aims to deliver social impact through economic development, although specific details are not available. The organisation is registered in Queensland.

cape solutions provide supported employment to more than 300 people with disability. Our team offers co-packing and assembly services, warehousing and third-party logistics, food packing, corporate gifting, nursery services, and print and communications solutions. All cape solutions sites and services are ISO-9001 certified. Our capabilities- A HACCP food-safe room- A commercial print and multimedia room- Container docking facilities- More than 12,000 square meters of factory and warehouse space between our sites- Capacity to store 1,500 pallets indoors across both sites, as well as outdoor storage options Our locations - cape solutions North (1-7 Belfast Street Broadmeadows)- cape solutions East (52-62 Rooks Road Nunawading) We are a certified social enterprise with over fifty years in operation that employs a large and flexible team of Australians with disability. cape group aims to deliver social impact by providing people with disability the opportunity to work, build connections, and reach their full potential. Our goal is to equip, educate and inspire our people so, should they wish to, they can progress into open and mainstream employment. We work with a wide range of industries so our people can build varying and transferable skills that reflect the current job market. This variety also provides an opportunity to explore their passions and purpose.

Capital Workplace Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous‑owned entity operating in the Australian Capital Territory that focuses on creating economic opportunities and employment pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Through a mix of culturally appropriate services, training, and community programs, the corporation supports Indigenous self‑determination while generating revenue to reinvest into its social mission. The enterprise aims to contribute to closing the gap by fostering Indigenous entrepreneurship and inclusive workforce participation.

Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC) is the peak body representing the social enterprise sector in Queensland, Australia. It supports and advocates for social enterprises through sector development, regional engagement, and major events. QSEC works to advance economic inclusion and community impact by strengthening the social enterprise ecosystem across Queensland.

Caringa was created by the community, for you. We support the experience and enjoyment of ‘A Complete Life’ with choice and independence, delivering services and support across the Clarence Valley and Coffs Coast areas. We are a community-focused charity organisation that delivers the person-centred and co-designed supports that you expect and deserve. Caringa Australia was created by the community, for you. We support the experience and enjoyment of ‘A Complete Life’ with choice and independence, delivering services and support across the Clarence Valley and Coffs Coast areas. We are a community-focused organisation that delivers the person-centred and co-designed supports that you expect and deserve. Caringa is proud to provide Australian made, quality products and services at cost effective rates Australia wide. Caringa pursues sustainability through our people, processes and business decisions to enhance the wellbeing of clients and our wider local community. Caringa Store provides opportunities for people with disability to gain specialist knowledge and skills within supported employment. Caringa promotes inclusion, takes action for effective change and partners with our community for social change so that our clients experience acceptance, empowerment and inclusion. The Caringa Store is proud to be open to the general public for all products and services and welcomes all queries, sales, purchases and questions from the wider Community at any time.

CatholicCare’s Disability Service recognises your potential! We believe that everyone has the right to Learn, Work and Connect. Our Disability Services will give you that opportunity. If you’re looking for:- Social programs to make lasting friendships and explore your community,- Life skills development to live more independently,- Support to build skills for work and help to find the right job, or, - Assistance at home and in the community, including the best gardening and cleaning services. We are here to help. We know that your goals are as unique and individual as you are, so together we’ll design a plan that is just for you. Your team will champion and support you along the journey to achieve your goals. To find out more, contact our friendly team for an obligation free discussion.

Ceduna Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation serving the Aboriginal community in Ceduna, South Australia. The organisation works to represent and support the local Indigenous population, providing services and programs that address community needs and promote social and economic outcomes. As an Aboriginal corporation, it focuses on empowering Indigenous peoples and improving wellbeing within the community.

CERES is a Victorian-based environmental social enterprise that employs refugees and new migrants, providing them with carpentry skills training and employment opportunities while producing sustainable timber products from salvaged urban trees. The organisation operates multiple social enterprises including a sawmill, carpentry services, and a food delivery service, creating environmental and social impact through recycling, sustainable manufacturing, and community integration.

ConnectGV is a certified social enterprise in Shepparton, Victoria that provides employment opportunities and workforce solutions for people with disabilities. Through their contracting services including packaging, cleaning, garden maintenance, and event setup, they create meaningful employment pathways while helping businesses with labour-intensive tasks.

Challenge Community Services has provided innovative and people-focused services to the community for over 65 years. Our offering to regional and metropolitan communities includes Disability Services, Foster Care, Allied Health and supported employment for people with a disability as part of our range of Business Services.Challenge Community Services operates throughout regional and metropolitan New South Wales, and the greater Brisbane area in Queensland. Our organisation is built on a strong workforce of over 1000 people, including over 90 employees with disability. Challenge Community Services is a registered not-for-profit organisation that has been making a difference in the lives of people in our community for over sixty five years.Challenge support people with disability, children and vulnerable members of the community to have the same rights and entitlements as all community members. This includes lifestyle, community access, accommodation, vocational and employment support. Supporting our business means that you are giving a person with a disability meaningful employment opportunities within a supported employment environment.

Australia’s ONLY NDIS Accredited Electronics Manufacturer & Precision Product Assembly At our Hornsby based manufacturing center of excellence we provide state-of-the-art Mycronic Surface Mount Technology (SMT) and Assembly Services while providing meaningful and rewarding employment for individuals with disabilities. Australian-Made since 1984, CNS has taken pride to expand its supported workforce which now accounts for over 60% of employees at CNS. The remainder includes engineers, technicians and production personnel who are highly skilled and have years of experience. Supported by a quality system accreditation to ISO9001 2015, we specialise in high quality printed circuit boards and product assembly services that provide value, responsive service, technical excellence, global component procurement and agility. CNS is a manufacturing company operating as an Australian Disability Enterprise. This allows CNS to provide employment opportunities to people with a disability that may find it troublesome to enter the mainstream workforce. The work done at CNS by the Supported Workers offers them a sense of community belonging, as they interact with others with similar disabilities to themselves, as well as staff member without a disability. CNS always strives and has prided itself on workplace integration, with everyone’s work just as important as anyone else’s in the organisation, working together to achieve our outcomes. The Supported Workers of CNS are heavily involved in the day to day manufacturing process, using the abilities they have and skills they have learnt to contribute high quality work that goes towards supporting Australia’s mining, transport, animal conservation, to name just a few industries. Their employment also allows them financial independence, a social platform to interact with friends and colleagues and the opportunity to learn new skills, giving the feeling we all perceive from what society deems a “normal” life.

Challenge is an ADE supporting people with disabilities. Activities include Welby garden centre nursery, garden maintenance service, secure document destruction, light manufacturing, letterbox deliveries. Registered as an NDIS Service Provider Challenge supports the community by engaging disadvantaged individuals in employment and training in variety of meaningful activities, including horticultural, garden maintenance, light manufacturing, packing, secure document destruction, and mail box distribution. By having a opportunities of activities employees are able to engage in activities that best suite their skills and abilities. This variety assist the employees to maximise their potential and productivity and creates a genuine job satisfaction for the individuals.

Chapter 1 Employment is a Queensland-based social enterprise that supports people living with disability to find meaningful employment by developing and delivering specialised employment programs. The organisation is unique in that it employs people with lived experience of disability to design and deliver these programs, while also providing reverse marketing services to help create more inclusive employment opportunities in the broader sector.

Choorilj Farm Management Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation in Western Australia, whose name indicates involvement in farm management. While specific program details are unavailable, its nature as an Indigenous corporation suggests a focus on land stewardship, economic development, and potential employment opportunities for Aboriginal people.

The Christie Centre is a niche organisation and provides a platform for disability support services in the region through its strong networks, contacts and partnerships. Our team is flexible, dynamic and enthusiastic with a skill for looking outside the box for opportunities and provisions of services. Furthermore as an innovative local leader for disability services aimed at achieving equity and inclusion, services are enhanced through a strong volunteer base and the provision of support to self-help and support groups. Supporting community partnerships is one of the key foundation blocks of the Christie Centre. We are a product of community development and pioneers in finding a local solution to a presenting community issue. Our supported employees andparticipants both work and engage with many community partners, whether it is through other businesses or the general public on a daily basis. Our end-game is by showing, and hopefully paving the way by creating strong partnerships with mainstream businesses that use our services, we value-add through stronger links to provide further pathways for a person living with a disability. Aroundagain, AroundagainDocument Destruction, Mildura Chocolate Company and Christie’s Emporium have created an inclusive work environment with a supported workforce. Many people have learnt new skills and have gone onto mainstream “open” employment after their time at our social enterprises. We encourage and assist people to live as independently as possible by developing self-confidence and enhancing their personal life journey whilst being part of any one of our teams.

Cirqle Group is a Queensland-based IT recruitment and professional services social enterprise that connects organisations with specialist technology talent for digital transformation and IT projects. As a Certified Social Trader, they channel all profits towards supporting environmental and social causes through partnerships with impact organisations.

City Building Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous‑owned entity based in New South Wales that historically delivered construction and building services with the aim of creating employment and economic opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The corporation is currently under receivership, indicating significant financial distress that has interrupted its service delivery and social impact initiatives.

Civic Industries provides paid employment to people with disability who have 'Finding and Keeping a Job' in their NDIS plan. A range of jobs including packaging, decanting, mail-outs, labeling, administration, lawn mowing, catering and barista are offered for differing skill levels within a supportive environment in South Sydney and other locations. We also work at the Department of Defence at Holsworthy Army Base delivering administrative work. Civic Disability Services provides supported accommodation, employment and social connectivity to more than 750 individuals with disability. Founded more than 60 years ago, Civic is an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation, which has built on its solid heritage and emerged as a true leader in the disability sector. Defining ourselves as a ‘for-purpose' organisation, our goal is to improve outcomes for individuals with disability by investing in innovation, technologies and pilot ideas which drive forward the delivery of disability services. Civic provide meaningful employment and every day we see the pride that clients take in having a job and working alongside their mates. We recognise that the social activities that arise from work are as equally important. The fact that the work is variable and interesting, and supported employees are working with staff they know, gives peace of mind.

At Cleanable, we pride ourselves on delivering professional and high-quality cleaning solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of your business. As a social enterprise, we stand out by creating positive change in the community. With a commitment to providing support and meaningful employment to all members of the community we pay all staff 100% Award wages and ongoing training. Our regular quality site inspections and commitment to quality ensure we maintain the highest cleaning and service standards and provide complete customer satisfaction. Cleanable was created by Westgate Community Initiatives Group Ltd in 2005. As a certified Social Enterprise Company by Social Traders, Cleanable can guarantee all profits are returned to the community through employment, training and upskilling programs to improve lives. As a social enterprise, we provide sustainable, 100% award wages paid employment to people facing barriers to finding and keeping a job.

Cleanable Property Maintenance Services is a certified social enterprise providing commercial cleaning and property maintenance services across Melbourne and Brisbane. It creates sustainable employment and training opportunities for people facing barriers to work, particularly those with mental illness, while delivering professional cleaning solutions to businesses.

Collabaloop provides a mobile-focused digital engagement and Learning Management System (LMS) platform. It aims to improve workforce support, connection, and growth by enabling people to feel heard, gain insights, and receive relevant, timely interventions, ultimately enhancing employee well-being and development.

Collective Leisure is Australia's first certified social enterprise leisure management company, providing facilities management, physical activity and wellbeing programs, and training and employment services. They focus on reducing health inequity within communities, with particular emphasis on new migrants, refugees, seniors, people with disabilities, and those experiencing mental health challenges.

Murray Valley Centre Supported Employment is a disability support service that provides programs and employment to adults with disabilities. Murray Valley Centre has recently merged with Community Accessability to increase our support options. MVCSE provides an individualised service to participants through center and community based day programs. MVCSE also provides supported employment opportunities through our Australian Disability Enterprises. Taskforce provides lawn mowing, road side cleanup and garden maintenance services within the Albury/Wodonga area. Our Woodwork produces survey and building stakes, tomato and tree stakes , dog kennels and children's furniture. Murray Valley Center Supported Employment provides cost effective products and services to the Albury/ Wodonga community in prompt and friendly manner. MVCSE holds contracts with local businesses, council and individual community members who look for a service that treats all people as valuable. Murray Valley Center Supported Employees enjoy coming to work each day as they see their job as more than just a job. The employees are very visible in the community and enjoy being part of a team. The employees undertake regular training and are always happy to have a chat to customers and members of the community.