Australian Social Enterprises

dal Café & Catering operates as a café and catering service. dal's mission is to reduce disadvantage and increase the participation of young adults with disability to open employment and enable them as valued members of the broader community.dal strives to provide leadership in building inclusive communities by fostering a culture that supports transition into full and equitable employment. dal models and facilitates inclusive, non-discriminatory employment practices. In 2011 dal received the Australian Disability Enterprise Excellence Award. dal creates pathways for young adults with disability to either supported or open employment and increases their independent living skills and confidence to access community supports and activities. Our vision is to provide adults with disability to experience meaningful employment in a commercial environment.

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.

CrimCheck Ltd is a Public Benevolent Institution and certified Social Trader that provides Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks and background screening services to businesses, individuals, and predominantly charitable/not-for-profit organisations. As a registered broker with the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission, they support safer recruitment practices across various sectors including aged care, volunteering, and gig economy roles.

CRSE Group is a for-purpose consulting firm in Victoria that provides leadership and advisory services to support socially minded businesses and government agencies deliver mission-oriented, viable solutions. The organisation creates commercial environments to recruit, train and mobilise underemployed professionals facing systemic barriers to employment, particularly long-term unemployed people. Their consulting services generate revenue while simultaneously creating meaningful employment pathways and professional development opportunities for disadvantaged job seekers.

Culls Earthmoving Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous‑owned earthmoving business operating in New South Wales, delivering construction‑related services while generating employment and economic opportunities for Aboriginal people. Through its commercial operations the corporation supports Indigenous economic self‑determination and contributes to community development.

A place-based statewide organisation in Victoria focused on nurturing community strength and delivering on ESG agenda. They offer food-based garden design, build and maintenance services through Hortus, community gardens, work integration pathways, and educational programs focused on horticulture, cooking, and sustainable food systems.

DARE Industries provides products and services for commercial and domestic customers in the Blue Mountains, Penrith, and Hawkesbury Regions. The Grounds and Maintenance team excel in commercial lawn mowing, turfing and lawn care, hazard reduction, removal of noxious weeds, garden restoration and makeovers, rubbish removal, squalor specialists. Dare Industries provides top quality Australian hardwood products including, wooden stakes and pegs required by Plumbers, Concretors, and Surveyors as well as environmentally friendly kindling in handy 5kg packs of hardwood off-cuts. The Package and Assembly team can assist your business with all your packing and assembly requirements such as, mailouts, assembly of products (from step blocks to wheel barrows), string cutting and tying, bespoke packaging, preparing business folders, labelling, secure document shredding, commercial book covering and packing and weighing. All staff are fully trained, enthusiastic and committed to assisting you and your business. By purchasing any of our business services or products you are helping to provide employment and other services for people with a disability. Since 1961 DARE Industries have provided products and services (such as grounds maintenance, woodwork and packing and assembly) to customers in the community. DARE provides meaningful employment for 65 people with a disability in the community who would otherwise not be able to work. At DARE, supported employees improve their social skills and as a result are able to interact with the community in their day-to-day lives leading to a more inclusive community. DARE also gives back to the community by frequently volunteering at community events such as foundation day and Anzac day. DARE provides meaningful employment for people with a disability who would otherwise not be able to work. Not only does it provide the supported employees with more money in the bank, but it also improves their self-esteem as they are contributing to society. Supported employees experience better health and well being, improve their skills and expand their social networks. DARE has had a number of apprentices who have gone on to join the open work force. Family members of DARE supported employees know that they are well looked after, building new skills, developing a social network and becoming more independent.

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.

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.

We offer a range of supports across our organisation to care for people on their journey in life and welcome you to explore as many or as little as you choose. - Supported Independent Living - 30 homes with shared accommodation - Short Term Accommodation - Respite & Short-Term accommodation - Community Access & Day Support - Programs of support to engage within the community - Supported Employment - Supported employment for Gardening, Hospitality & Coagulating and Sewing Room- In Home Support - Support for daily living services - Devonfield Services - Catering, Gardening, Meals to go, Business Services and more The Devonfield journey began in 1954 when a group of local community members created a school for disabled children within our community. After 5 years of fundraising the original Devonfield school was built in 1959. Today, 65 years on, we enter a new phase of our existence, however we continue to provide what we always have: supported accommodation, supported employment, disability support and positive encouragement towards the people we work with. Our extensive range of supports and accommodation offer people with disability the opportunity to explore life on their terms and the freedom to live an independent life. We have a dedicated team with experienced staff to support our employees and we are committed to each one of employees to develop a sense of belonging to our Devonfield community as a valued member. As a result, employees come and go over the time but many employees have been happy to work with us for 20+ years until they decide to retire. We celebrate each milestone and assist all employees to build confidence to be themselves and become more independent in our community. We provide a great supporting environment for all employees to thrive and their family members can rely on us.

Dhagun Yumba Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Queensland that works to support the wellbeing and advancement of Aboriginal communities. While public records do not detail its specific programs, the corporation aims to deliver social value through culturally relevant initiatives and community services. Its overarching goal is to foster economic, social, and cultural outcomes for Indigenous peoples in 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.

Diverse Edge is a Queensland-based social enterprise that supports organisations to integrate social benefit suppliers into their supply chains and increase workforce participation through apprentices and trainees. They primarily partner with construction companies to achieve social procurement goals while empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through jobs, skills development, and inclusion initiatives.

Djarlma Healing & Construction Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous-led organisation in Western Australia, focusing on healing-related services and engaging in construction activities. It aims to create social impact through cultural preservation, community well-being, and economic empowerment for Indigenous people.

Djibbinj Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous not‑for‑profit based in Western Australia that delivers culturally appropriate services and community‑led initiatives. The corporation works to strengthen Aboriginal communities by fostering economic opportunities, preserving cultural heritage, and supporting local development projects. Its programs aim to create lasting social impact while operating as a sustainable charity under ORIC and the ACNC.

Duroux Tip Trucks Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous-owned and operated business, likely providing transport and logistics services using tip trucks. As an Aboriginal Corporation, its social impact inherently involves fostering Indigenous economic participation and employment opportunities.

Eagle Eye Guards & Services is a Victorian social enterprise providing security and community services. It focuses on creating employment opportunities and breaking down barriers for migrants, refugees, and marginalized youth, ensuring fair pay and equitable treatment for all employees.

Earthworker Energy Manufacturing Coop is a worker-owned cooperative in Morwell, Latrobe Valley, Victoria that manufactures renewable energy products including heat pump and solar hot water systems, stainless steel storage tanks, and mobile energy storage solutions. The social enterprise creates local manufacturing jobs in the Latrobe Valley region while helping households reduce carbon pollution and energy costs through clean energy technology.

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.

Empathy First is a social enterprise that provides training, coaching, and keynote speaking on healthy empathy for leaders and teams. Its mission is to improve employee wellbeing, retention, and organisational culture by fostering empathetic communication and leadership, ultimately creating thriving workplaces and reducing burnout.

Empowered Women in Trades is a Victorian social enterprise working towards 30% female representation in skilled trades by 2030. They provide education programs, tools days, and career pathways for women interested in trades, while also helping organisations create safe, supportive workplace environments for women.

Empowered Young Leaders Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to nurturing leadership skills and empowering young Aboriginal individuals. Its social impact lies in cultivating a new generation of strong, culturally connected leaders within their communities.

Enable Social Enterprises Ltd is an award-winning Victorian social enterprise that tackles disadvantage and the digital divide by providing IT recycling services, affordable technology access, and employability skills training to disadvantaged community members. Since 2014, the organisation has supported over 3,200 disadvantaged people and diverted over 600 tonnes of e-waste from landfill.