Australian Social Enterprises

Social impact and engagement consultancy helping organisations design, invest in and measure community outcomes.

Eco gifts that spark joy. Jewellery and homewares that simply delight and support artisans and the planet. We make every gift you give from our collection beautiful, practical, and purpose-driven—a little spark of joy that also makes the world better. Our Philosophy: Our guiding principle is simple: do no harm to people, or the planet. Then, wherever we can, we go further. We choose makers and materials that create positive change. Every product starts with the people who make it. We work with artisans and communities around the globe who share our vision for a better world. That means no forced labour, no child labour. Ever. Whenever possible, we choose to partner with disadvantaged communities, giving them fair access to market so they can grow their businesses, preserve traditional crafts, and support their own communities. 1. Artisans & Makers: We collaborate with talented craftspeople whose skills turn raw materials into beautiful, lasting products. 2. Fair Trade: We ensure fair pay, safe working conditions, and respect for the rights of everyone in our supply chain. Joyously protecting the planet through: 1. Minimise: We encourage you to use quality, practical goods that you love and cherish, minimising things ending up in landfill. 2. Reuse: Wherever possible, we aim for all of our goods to be able to reusable with a long life. 3. Recycle, Upcycle, Compost: When our goods eventually do come to the end of their life, we would want them to be able to be repurposed, recycled, or fully compostable. Packaging that's thoughtful by Design Upcycled Gift Bows, with a story: Instead of single-use ribbons, we use gift ribbon made from upcycled saris turning textile waste into something joyful, meaningful and unique. Designed to Be Reused: Our packaging isntt made for one moment. We've incorporated design choices that encourage reuse, so boxes and materials can live on well beyond delivery day. Right-Sized Packaging wherever we can: We aim to match packaging size to the product - reducing excess materials, empty space and transport emissions wherever it's practical. Bringing Customers Along the Journey: We're open about our choices - and why they matter. Through clear, friendly messaging, we help customers understand our approach, with more improvements still to come. Plastic Bubble Wrap removed: We've phased out plastic bubble wrap, replacing it with alternatives that protect products without increasing the demand for more plastic. Pre-Loved Boxes given new life: Wherever possible, we ship orders inpre-loved cardboard boxes, keeping quality materials in use for longer and reducing demand for new packaging.

ArtSHINE inspires and empowers commercially mined Creatives to build sustainable enterprises and generate viable incomes through our flexible, practical, and real-world approach to creative practice, commercialisation, art licensing, and entrepreneurial education

Befriend is Sparking connected, thriving communities. We undertake community building and consulting services to nurture the development of inclusive, connected communities. We work collaboratively with local government, organisations and residents, supporting everyone we meet to think about their roles in the community a little differently and find meaningful ways to contribute to our shared purpose. It’s through this work that we all – as friends, neighbours, employees and citizens – can transform the world into a more connected, inclusive space that welcomes all people! So, you could say that we’re an organisation on a mission; to nurture connected, thriving communities where everyone is valued and everyone can belong. And that starts right now, with you… we’re just the support act! Befriend exists to nurture inclusive, connected, resilient communities in which all people are valued, connected and feel like they belong.

We focus on building confidence, empowering people who are Deaf, Disabled or Neurodiverse to find meaningful employment and supporting social and community participation for community one film at a time.

The concept of creating a radio station dedicated to serving the seniors of Perth emerged in the year 2000 to address the special interests of this large group of discerning listeners. After many iterations 101.7FM frequency became home to Capital Community Radio where a range of groups are now served, prioritising community engagement for senior services, sharing resources, and cultural awareness in the arts via digital and airwave radio.

CuriousWorks exists at the intersection of contemporary multi-arts practice and community arts and cultural development. We work across art forms and disciplines, with a focus on screen works, digital media, and emerging art forms. Working with artists and communities in South West Sydney, we actively shape a future culture that is vibrant, democratic, generative, and relevant for Australia and beyond. Our unique social enterprise model delivers professional multimedia and community engagement services at competitive rates, while supporting skills development and employment pathways for young people and early career artists.

Generate employment and fair income for disadvantage artisans in Peru and other countries

Levelling the legal playing field for socially-minded organisations: Ethical Law provides accessible and affordable legal consultancy services for social enterprises (Socents), Not-for-Profits (NFPs), and other community-based businesses, helping to bridge the access-to-justice gap that faces many socially-minded organisations, and to place them on a level legal-playing field with their competitors, suppliers, and clients.

Greatest Good is an Australia-wide one-stop hub that makes it easy for individuals and organisations to do their greatest good. We serve as a catalyst for meaningful impact and making confident, informed choices aligned with values. In turn, we create an environment where Australian social enterprises, B Corps, charities and not-for-profits can connect meaningfully with those who value their mission. We help you find for-purpose organisations aligned with your values, then support them in a way that is meaningful to you, including shopping, donating, finding courses and events, paid and volunteer jobs, asks/offers, resources, and more. We value our stakeholder relationships and remain a co-designed ecosystem. We wear our B Corp and People & Planet certifications with pride as they reflect our commitment to positive social change. We walk the talk by reinvesting at least 50% of our profits into our social purpose, actively demonstrating our dedication to making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

To create space for young people to grow. Through growing food and regenerating land, we offer engagement, training and employment opportunities to 12-24 year olds in a hands-on, project-based, supportive environment.

Made in the West Creative is a social enterprise and creative production agency in Western Sydney, driven by a mission to amplify underrepresented voices and build a thriving, connected and inclusive screen industry across the region. Building on the success and community trust established by the Made in the West Film Festival, we offer professional screen content production services while delivering programs that foster skills development, employment pathways, and cultural connection for local filmmakers. The Greater Western Sydney Region spans 13 local government areas and represents over 2.5 million people; many of whom are culturally diverse, working class, and historically underrepresented in the national screen industry. Our work responds directly to systemic inequities in access, opportunity, and visibility. We exist to change the narrative: not just showcasing local talent, but investing in it. Our hybrid model combines revenue-generating services (video production, livestreaming, film licensing, and creative consulting) with impact-focused programs (filmmaker training, community screenings, cultural events, and mentorships). This approach fuels both financial sustainability and measurable social change; growing local creative capacity, economic opportunity, and pride of place.

NLE is a leading Aboriginal grower group, developing commercially viable, land-based businesses. The Noongar Land Enterprises (NLE) Group is an incorporated not-for-profit grower group, the first Aboriginal grower group, in Australia and is located in Western Australia’s south-west region (traditionally known as Noongar Boodja). NLE’s vision is to be the leading Aboriginal organisation that develops commercially viable Noongar land based businesses. Creating and successfully managing business enterprises such as bush food, sandalwood production, cultural tourism and honey. Integrated with mainstream agricultural production, the NLE will provide employment opportunities for Aboriginal people and funds to re-invest in the Noongar estate in South West WA.

OUTinPerth is a website and associated social media channels focusing on diversity in sexuality and gender. Alongside the news site OUTinPerth, we also operate community directory Q Pages. Established in 20002 we cover a wide range of issues including local, national and international news, information about community groups and events, and the latest nightlife news. OUTinPerth is one of the leading news outlets for the LGBTIQA+ communities in Western Australia with a particular focus on health information, mental health discussion, community building and cultural promotion. Our team comprises Leigh Andrew Hil land Graeme Watson who formed the company Speirins Media Pty Ltd in 2016 to continue the work of OUTinPerth.

We inspire vulnerable youth to realise their potential through innovative food education. Prepare Produce Provide is the trading name for the not-for profit organisation Live To Tell Your Story Inc established in 2013 by like-minded and passionate home economics teachers in Western Australia with a vision for training and assisting young people to develop career pathways in the education, food and hospitality industries. Over the last 10 years the organisation has expanded its membership and developed innovative and effective projects that bring together teachers, chefs and other food industry stakeholders to impart skills to young people to prepare and cook nutritious and quality meals benefitting a wide range of social and community causes.

At Reverse Garbage, our role is to save materials from going to waste in landfill and to renew their value by making them available for reuse by families, students, artists and community groups. We also educate and advocate for reuse through our education programs.

We're a small social enterprise based in the Blue Mountains, west of Sydney. Run by a three avid readers and our dog Echo (our quality control expert), with the vital support of a small group of supporters, we've managed to combine our love of reading with our passion for supporting & advocating for refugees. We do this through fundraising and by donating a portion of our profit to charities supporting refugees & asylum seekers, including the Blue Mountains Refugee Support Group, Refugee Advice & Casework Service and Rural Australians for Refugees. We're also strong proponents of a circular economy, as we sell mostly secondhand books that have been donated to us, as well as a selection of vintage clothing and items, thereby saving tonnes of books and clothing from waste disposal every year. We clean, sort and price each secondhand book to encourage people to reread them, often before having those same books donated back to us to go through the same process again!

To bring people together, addressing the loneliness epidemic and mental health crisis, by connecting people through Natural Voice group singing. To give people across all ages & demographics a tool for self regulation and connection To fast track connection in order that we may unite and have meaningful conversation & action around the current societal and planetary "Big Issues".

We want to bring handmade luxury to you and your home. Unique and one-of-a-kind items of the best quality that you can’t find anywhere else. We want to showcase the exquisite handcrafts coming out of East Africa. Giving you an opportunity to see some of the amazing things that otherwise doesn’t make it to the Australian nor international market. We want to give you the opportunity to support a local artisan for their skilled and talented work. By supporting the makers directly you are providing them with a pathway out of poverty not only for themselves but for their entire families. On top of it all, 10% of our profits are donated directly to Australia for Cedar Tanzania. This organisation supports projects that reduces poverty and provides quality healthcare in sub-Saharan Africa.

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

To support purpose-led leaders and organisations work toward building a healthier, more equitable world. We provide workshops, strategic services and mentoring.

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.

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.

Western Tourist Radio operates stations on 87.6 FM in Bunbury, Busselton, Dusnsborough, Cowaramup and Augusta and the Radio WA Podcast, telling the stories of people and places in Western Australia. In contrast to paying commission to foreign booking engines, the website connects travelers to local businesses so they can book direct and get the best price and richest experience with locals.