Australian Social Enterprises

Winchelsea Community House is a neighborhood house providing community services, venue hire, and programs to local residents in the Winchelsea region of Victoria. As part of the Neighbourhood Houses Victoria network, it supports community development, social connection, and local capacity building through volunteer opportunities and partnerships with local organizations.

Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation, however, its specific activities and social impact are not publicly available. It is registered with the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations and the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission. The organisation's purpose and goals are not specified in the provided information.

Windarring social purpose is to provide valuable employment opportunities to people with a disability. Windarring Gardeners is a local crew located in Kyneton who complete garden maintenance within local homes/properties and local businesses. Our employees have the opportunity to learn how to safely use a lawn mower, use whipper snippers and complete general garden maintenance tasks.

Windarring is a people centred, community-based organisation committed to eliminating barriers to participation, inclusion and acceptance for people with disabilities in their local community. Our mission is to ensure the best outcomes for participants by providing high quality, responsive and personalised support for those with disabilities and with their families. Our disability enterprise locations: - Kyneton Copy Centre - 58 Mollison Street, Kyneton. - Kyneton Clothing Recycling + Kyneton Gardening Crew - 67 Baynton Street, Kyneton - Castlemaine Emporium (Second hand store) - 317 Barker Street, Castlemaine - Bendigo Clothing Recycling + Gardening Crew - 38 Rohs Road, East Bendigo. - Bendigo Emporium (Second hand store) - 1 Fir Street, Golden Square. Come and visit us today! Windarring operate a range of different disability enterprises across Castlemaine, Kyneton and Bendigo.We work in with the community by providing professional and friendly services across each location. Members of the community will always be greeted with a friendly face when visiting any of our enterprises and will always have a positive customer experience. We provide supported employees and their families the dignity of work and connection and contribution to the local community.Employment is important to every individual - by giving individuals a sense of purpose and identity, independence to earn their own income and build on their skills and professional development.

Windarrings social purpose is to provide valuable employment opportunities to people with a disability. Windarrings Recycled Shop/Op shop provides employment pathways for those who are interested in retail work. Our employees get the opportunity to learn all skills around retail, including customer service, merchandising and money handling.

Windarring operate a number of disability enterprises across Bendigo, Castlemaine and Kyneton where our mission is to eliminate employment barriers for individuals with disabilities. Our enterprises provide employees with opportunities to learn different skills that are reflective of their employment goals, support employees to engage with their community, build employability skills, promote independence and support them on their employment journey. Products and services include Community & Social Services, Printing and Distribution Services, Waste Management & Landfill. Primary beneficiaries include People with disabilities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Wintringham provides comprehensive housing and care services for vulnerable Australians, offering a continuum from full care accommodation to affordable housing across Victoria and Tasmania. Their social impact centers on ensuring housing stability and quality support services for elderly people and those with care needs who would otherwise face homelessness or inadequate housing options.

Wintringham is a social enterprise that provides housing and accommodation services to those in need, with a focus on supporting older adults and vulnerable populations. Their services include full care accommodation, supported accommodation, and affordable housing options. By providing safe and secure housing, Wintringham aims to improve the well-being and quality of life of their residents.

Wintringham is a social enterprise that provides housing and accommodation services to vulnerable populations, with a focus on supporting older adults and those in need. Their services range from full care accommodation to supported and affordable housing options. By providing stable and secure housing, Wintringham aims to improve the overall well-being and quality of life for its residents.

Wiran Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation, however, its specific activities and social impact are not publicly available. The organisation is registered with the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations. It is likely focused on supporting Indigenous communities in some capacity.

Wise Barista Program provides hospitality based training and employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers. We bring corporate partners and suppliers together to create positive, lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable people, whilst demonstrating the benefits of corporate social impact investment. Our mission is to deliver a quality, in-house barista service to clients that generates meaningful opportunities through hands on experience and employment. Products and services include Catering & Hospitality. Primary beneficiaries include New Migrants & Refugee Communities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Recognition Membership.

Wise Barista Program provides hospitality based training and employment opportunities for individuals facing barriers. We bring corporate partners and suppliers together to create positive, lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable people,whilst demonstrating the benefits of corporate social impact investment. Our mission is to deliver a quality, in-house barista service to clients that generates meaningful opportunities through hands on experience and employment. Products and services include Catering & Hospitality. Primary beneficiaries include New Migrants & Refugee Communities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Wollithiga Clan Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation representing the Wollithiga Clan, with inherent social impact as a representative body. However, specific operational activities and direct social impact are not publicly available. The corporation is registered with the Office of the Registrar of Indigenous Corporations.

A social enterprise advocating for the economic security and social inclusion of Australian women aged 50+

Women in Construction seek to combat low female participation in the Construction Industry, driving measurable change in the gender pay gap, economic security and employment opportunities. Through our placement and training opportunities, we aim to equip women with the tools, knowledge & support they need to thrive in traditionally male-dominated fields. Products and services include Building Trade, Repairs & Maintenance. Primary beneficiaries include Marginalised Women. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Grow Membership.

xx Primary beneficiaries include New Migrants & Refugee Communities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

The Women's Art Register is an artist-run resource and community dedicated to preserving and promoting the practices of women and gender diverse artists in Australia. It provides a living archive of women's art practice and offers various programs and publications to support and celebrate feminist art history and contemporary practice. The organisation acknowledges the rich and continuing creative cultures of all First Nations people across Australia.

We provide property management, leasing and sales and profits are used to provide secure and permanent homes for women and children at risk of homelessness.

WomenCAN Facilities Services is a Not for Profit social enterprise that supplies highly skilled tradeswomen, cleaners and gardeners, to deliver facilities maintenance services to women. Experience tell us that this service provides peace of mind and psychological safety that comes with women assisting other women, especially where the female recipient, has a history of trauma. Products and services include Building Trade, Repairs & Maintenance, Gifts or rewards. Primary beneficiaries include Marginalised Women. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Primary beneficiaries include Marginalised Women. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

AXIS Employment, operated by CAEI, has been inspiring and empowering people through employment opportunities for over 30 years in Victoria. The organization focuses on fostering social inclusion and creating pathways to meaningful employment for participants while supporting local employers and communities.

Wood4Good Pty Ltd is a social enterprise that uses regenerative forestry practices to create new forests, providing a natural climate solution and generating a perpetual source of renewable materials, energy, and income. This approach helps to protect and restore ecosystems, future-proof vulnerable communities, and promote biodiversity. By working collaboratively with nature and partners, Wood4Good creates robust ecosystems that regulate and protect land, water, and climate.

Woodbine is a not for profit that provides programs for people with disabilities. Woodbine offers adult training and Australian Disability Enterprises. Community activity and inclusion is the central theme to all activities and programs offered by Woodbine. Woodbine participants volunteer with the local Meals on Wheels, help at the Community Garden and participate in community street parades. Woodbine participants also hold their own art show. Any event on in town, Woodbine participants will be there. Woodbine provides a wide range of activities and opportunities for the people it supports. Woodbine encourages people to develop skills, maximise their potential and become more independent.