Australian Social Enterprises

2Spirits Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation focuses on the health and wellbeing of LGBTIQ+, Sistergirl, and Brotherboy Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Queensland. Its primary social impact is to support the holistic health and cultural safety of this specific and often marginalised community.

GOODWILL ENGINEERING is a unique business specialising in a wide range of building hardware that services both housing and commercial construction. With over 50 years of experience in the building industry we provide quality products to the community. Goodwill Engineering is located in Malaga WA. CONTAINERS FOR CHANGE is a recycling scheme out to reduce the amount of drink containers that end up as landfill. We have two sites across the Perth Metropolitan area located in Midvale and Bibra Lake. Ability WA has been providing services for people living with disability for over 70 years, giving us the experience and expertise to assist people of all ages with a broad range of support needs. Fully NDIS registered, we are one of the few providers with a comprehensive range of services – therapy, accommodation, equipment, support and employment services – and teams that can work across these services. We provide services across the Perth metropolitan area. We can provide therapy services in a home, community or school location or alternatively, you can choose to come to one of our Ability WA hubs in Currambine, Coolbinia or Canning Vale or use our teletherapy service. Our in-home support services and Opportunities program can be delivered in your home, anywhere in the Perth metropolitan area. Our services include finding and keeping a job, supports in employment, customised employment, Disability Employment Services and school leaver employment supports. Our focus is to empower people with disability to achieve their employment goals and aspirations by providing opportunities for work, work experience, training and skill development in professional environments across a range of workplace settings. We endorse the National Disability Insurance Scheme and Disability Employment Service (DES) expectation of inclusive workplaces that offer practical and productive environments with access to career pathways.

We are a commercially competitive not for profit social enterprise operating in Kew, Melbourne since 1963. As a social enterprise we trade and reinvest for the benefit of our employees and the community. We employ over 130 people and our purpose is clear: 'Through employment, we create opportunities for people living with a disability and those socially excluded, to discover their potential and enhance their lives" We have four operating units: wire & metal fabrication, digital document scanning and business services, packing & assembly, logistics & fundraising and engage with customers from many sectors. We are a solution focused, agile, innovative and results driven business which puts its people at the centre of its operation. Ability Works produces quality products and delivers outstanding services across four business units: * Wire & metal fabrication* Digital technology services* Packing & assembly* Logistics and fundraising Procurement from us provides meaningful employment for people living with a disability and economic, social and environment benefits for corporates, governments and the community. Work provides purpose and meaning for everyone. It provides huge personal wellness, social and community benefits for those people living with a disability and those socially disadvantaged. For Ability Works employees, there is a great sense of pride and achievement that comes with not only having a job, but being part of a team that creates outstanding results both for industry and for those who are working as part of the team. This sense of belonging and achievement is recognised and appreciated by a range of stakeholders including employee family members.

The Aboriginal Corporation for Drug and Alcohol Network NSW addresses drug and alcohol related issues in Aboriginal communities in NSW, potentially through networking or support services. The organisation aims to improve the health and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians. Its specific activities and social impact are not well-documented.

Aboriginal Corporation for Homeless and Rehabilitation Community Services is an Indigenous corporation dedicated to supporting Aboriginal people in New South Wales. It focuses on addressing homelessness and providing rehabilitation services to improve community well-being and individual outcomes.

The Aboriginal Drug and Alcohol Council (SA) Aboriginal Corporation delivers culturally appropriate drug and alcohol prevention, treatment, and support services to Aboriginal people and communities across South Australia, aiming to improve health outcomes and reduce substance‑related harms.

Aboriginal Interpreting WA Aboriginal Corporation (AIWA) likely provides interpreting services for Aboriginal languages in Western Australia. Its social impact involves facilitating crucial communication, enhancing access to essential services for Indigenous communities, and fostering cultural understanding.

The Aboriginal Medical Services Alliance Northern Territory Aboriginal Corporation (AMSANT) is an Indigenous organisation that likely coordinates or supports Aboriginal medical services across the Northern Territory. Its primary social impact is to improve health outcomes and access to culturally appropriate healthcare for Aboriginal people in the region.

The Aboriginal Sobriety Group Indigenous Corporation supports Aboriginal people in achieving and maintaining sobriety, improving health and well-being outcomes within Indigenous communities by addressing substance abuse. This organisation aims to address the social and health issues associated with substance abuse, promoting a healthier and more resilient community. By doing so, it contributes to the overall well-being of Indigenous Australians.

AbSec is the NSW Child, Family and Community Peak Aboriginal Corporation, indicating its role as a representative body for Indigenous children, families, and communities in New South Wales. Its social impact likely involves advocating for improved welfare, support, and outcomes for these groups.

Access Industries provides a supportive and professional workplace that creates opportunities for people with disabilities achieve economic and community participation through meaningful employment. All employees of Access Industries receive training and support to deliver quality products and services for our commercal customers. As part of its commitment to providing quality services, Access Industries employs skilled Training Officers and Welfare Officers to provide or organise additional training and support for its supported employees (i.e. employees who have a disability). This enables supported employees to optimise their work potential and personal skills, and for those wishing to do so, helps to prepare them to move on into open employment. We provide services for people with disabilities in employment related areas. In doing so we create opportunities for our supported employees to develop personal and workplace skills to increase their social and financial independence.

As a not-for-profit community organisation, Achieve Australia has provided services and support with integrity, commitment and passion since 1952 for people with a disability to achieve a life that is meaningful and valued. We do this by facilitating the learning and maintenance of life and work skills, the development of relationships, the ability to make life choices and participation in community activities. Achieve Australia’s My Career services create opportunities for people with disability to learn, succeed, earn income and feel fulfilled through having a satisfying career and meaningful work. Paid employment facilitates independence, self-respect and opportunities to become fully contributing members of the community. It also enables My Career customers, volunteers, and the community in general to learn how people with disability are contributing to business and society through their skills and productivity, and financial independence. Achieve Australia’s My Career services benefit supported employees and their families by:• Equipping people with skills, confidence and qualifications• Helping to identify career and skill development options• Providing training and work experience opportunities• Offering travel training• Providing guidance on writing an impressive resume• Conducting training on successful recruitment interview techniques My Career provides workers with the individual supports and services they require so they can focus on their skill development, roles in the workplace, and enjoyment of a productive team environment.

Activ has a strong and proud history of supporting people living with intellectual disability to reach their goals, achieve their dreams and break through barriers. Established in 1951 by a small group of motivated families who joined forces to build a better future for their children living with intellectual disability. Activ has grown into one of Western Australia’s leading not for profit, disability service provider. About ActivToday, Activ supports more than 2,000 people living with disability and their families across the state, offering a range of person centred services and supports including:• Accommodation• Employment• Community• Education and Training• Short-term Accommodation• Behaviour Support Services Activ provides meaningful employment to more than 160 people living with disability across metropolitan and Southwest regions. Activ social enterprises delivers a complete property care service for commercial customers, horticulture services such as indoor plant rental and a timber manufacturing business that produces quality pallets and crates to a large number of well know commercial customers.Working with Activ gives you access to on-the-job training to focus on practical and soft skills in the work place and opportunities to complete nationally recognised qualifications through our registered training organisation (RTO), Activ Pathways.

ADHD WA provides essential resources, support, and information to individuals with ADHD across Western Australia, aiming to improve their well-being and empower them to learn, strive, and thrive. The organisation fosters an inclusive community, equips individuals with practical skills, and advocates for better understanding of ADHD.

Adhesive is an independent, award-winning PR and communications agency based in Sydney and Auckland, with a purpose of building enduring brands and careers through fame, trust and relevance. Founded in 2012, Adhesive was born from a desire to deliver the strategic and creative strengths of a big agency, combined with the agility, empathy and personal partnership of a boutique. Our approach is simple: we find your story, we earn it, and we make it stick. We call this Stories That Stick. Over the years, we have been recognised for both our work and our culture, including being named Large PR Agency of the Year at Mumbrella CommsCon, certification as a Great Place to Work, and signatory status to the Mentally-Healthy Minimum Standards. We pride ourselves on an impressive client portfolio, innovative work and a strong, people-first culture across Australia and New Zealand. We are equally committed to contributing to the communities we work within. This includes a proud pro bono partnership with Kinaway, the Victorian Aboriginal Chamber of Commerce, where we provide strategic marketing and communications support to help Indigenous-owned small businesses strengthen their visibility, tell their stories with confidence and access new opportunities. Our focus is on long-term, practical

Afford is a leading not-for-profit disability organisation that has over 75 years’ experience in providing specialised supports that allow people to live the life they choose under the NDIS. Adopting a whole-of-life and individualised approach to disability services, Afford provides opportunities for people to discover new life experiences, work options and embrace social and balanced lifestyles.

ParaQuad Industries is an Australian Disability Enterprise based in Shenton Park WA. We provide general packaging, bulk breaking and repetitive assembly services as well as picture framing and courier services. We also manufacture rag wipers and recycle donated goods through sale in our three Op Shops and through export. Each year ParaQuad Industries collects and recycles about 1,500 tonnes of donated used goods, approximately 75% of which are diverted from landfill. This assists local governments and provides metropolitan residents a convenient way of disposing of unwanted items. ParaQuad Industries provides a wide variety of meaningful employment and social interaction opportunities to all of our supported employees in a modern facility. We enable the transition to open employment where appropriate and encourage eligible employees to upgrade their skills by sponsoring advanced training for them.

Alpirakina Store Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous business operating a community store in a remote Northern Territory community, providing essential goods and services. Its social impact involves fostering local employment and supporting the health and well-being of the community it serves. The corporation's work likely improves the overall quality of life for community members.

Ampilatwatja Health Centre Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to providing essential health services to the Ampilatwatja community in the Northern Territory. Its core mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of local Aboriginal people through accessible healthcare.

Anangu Ngangkari Tjutaku Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation likely focused on traditional Anangu healing practices. Its social impact involves the preservation of cultural knowledge and the promotion of health and wellbeing within Indigenous communities through these traditional methods.

Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in the NT, primarily focused on health. While specific programs are not detailed in this administrative record, its name and registration as an ACNC charity indicate its purpose is to deliver health-related services to Aboriginal communities, aiming to improve their overall well-being and health outcomes.

Are-able focuses on offering meaningful employment opportunities for people with a disability through a range of business enterprises and community support services. These enterprises provide a supported environment for people with a disability to develop their job skills and work ethic, along with an opportunity to make the transition from supported, to open employment. We believe employment opportunities are critical in creating an inclusive & empowering community for people with a disability. All employment opportunities at are-able offer valuable hands-on employment experience in a supportive & social environment. Social and community participation is about connecting with your local community and, in turn, ensuring a sense of purpose and well being. Employment isn't just about having a job. Our Social Enterprise can provide you with a sense of purpose, an opportunity to contribute skills, gain achievement, economic & social participation. Supported Employment can boost your confidence & self-esteem. It connects you with your community and gives you a strong sense of purpose.

Armajun Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation based in NSW that provides health services. Its primary social impact is to improve the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal communities.

Art Tearapy is a social enterprise offering art, movement, and mindfulness-based therapy services to support emotional wellbeing and connection. They provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive healing, primarily benefiting first and second generation immigrants, refugees, First Nations people, and people with disabilities.