Australian Social Enterprises

Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Media (Aboriginal Corporation) is an Indigenous media organisation. Based on its name, its likely social impact involves cultural preservation, language maintenance, and providing a voice for the Pitjantjatjara and Yankunytjatjara communities.

Pixii is an Australian social enterprise providing eco-friendly, 100% organic tampons and pads, along with custom dispensers, to businesses, schools, and venues. Their core mission is to ensure free access to period products, promoting gender equality and preventing 'period panic' for menstruating individuals. They donate 50% of their profits to further social impact.

Pmara Jutunta Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in the Northern Territory that works to support the social, cultural and economic wellbeing of its Aboriginal members and broader community. While specific activities are not publicly disclosed, the corporation aims to create opportunities in areas such as employment, education and cultural preservation for Indigenous peoples. Its primary social impact is therefore centred on empowering Aboriginal communities and fostering sustainable local development.

SASEC provides policies, research and publications supporting social enterprise development in Australia. Through its resource library and the Social Entrepreneurship Evidence Space (SEES) platform, it offers research, industry reports and policy guidance to strengthen the social enterprise sector.

Product Action is an Australian Disability Enterprise employing people with intellectual disabilities. We provide support, mentoring and training for our employees in order for them to actively participate in the workforce.. . The business was formed in 1986 and while the service has changed to meet the increasingly complex demands of the industry, our mandate remains the same: to provide a quality service for people with disabilities.. . At the same time however, Product Action functions as a business and is competitive within the small business sector. This is in part thanks to assistance from the Federal Government.. . We have many parents, caregivers, service providers, clients and staff who are totally committed to Product Action because they are witness to the benefits the employees get from coming to work. They also see a quality service which cares about the people who work for them and great commitment from the supported employees. Product Action is a small ADE which, very successfully, provides employment opportunities and skills development for individuals with an intellectual disability, so that they can actively participate in the workforce and increase social independence. At the same time however, Product Action functions as a business, and is competitive within the small business sector, ensuring a high quality service to our customers. Product Action provides a niche service, providing Supported Employment and skill development for individuals with high support needs increasing independence. Product Action is a small, unique service providing a person-centred approach. Our staff provide one on one support to help each individual achieve their employment and learning goals.

Project 18 the wellbeing collective is a South Australian social enterprise providing strengths-based counseling services focused on mental health and wellbeing. They work primarily with marginalised youth, using compassion-focused and strengths-based approaches to help young people identify their internal resources and develop resilience.

Purnululu Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation that provides educational services to support Indigenous communities. Its primary social impact appears to be through schooling, aiming to improve education outcomes for Indigenous Australians. The organisation is registered with ORIC and ACNC, ensuring its operations are transparent and accountable.

QSEC Stories is a platform by the Queensland Social Enterprise Council that showcases and celebrates diverse social enterprises across Queensland. It highlights impact-driven businesses addressing social, environmental, and community challenges across multiple sectors.

Raven Collective Services and Training Incorporated is a Ballarat-based social enterprise that creates curated gift hampers while运营一个有偿工作计划，为受家庭暴力影响的女性提供工作机会和技能培训。 Their mission is to provide therapeutic work environments that support personal and professional growth, helping women achieve financial independence and break the cycle of abuse and homelessness.

Rawa Community School Aboriginal Corporation operates a community school, primarily serving an Indigenous community in Western Australia. This organisation provides essential educational services, fostering learning and development within the community and contributing to Indigenous self-determination.

RedDoor Community Services is a certified social enterprise operating a cafe in Cloncurry while providing community support services across Mount Isa and Cloncurry in regional Queensland. They support marginalized youth aged 10-24 and people with disabilities/NDIS participants by providing employment pathways, training opportunities, and personalized support to help overcome barriers related to remote living, trauma, and systemic challenges.

Reground is a Victorian social enterprise that collects used coffee grounds, chaff, and soft plastics from businesses and diverts them from landfill to create circular economy solutions. They provide waste consultancy services to organisations and distribute free coffee grounds to the community for composting, promoting sustainable waste management and environmental sustainability.

Resource Recovery Australia is a national social enterprise focused on waste management, diverting waste from landfill through reuse and recycling. They create employment opportunities and provide training for people experiencing barriers to work, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, while also engaging and connecting local communities.

SASEC (South Australian Social Enterprise Council) operates a comprehensive resource library that provides structured learning pathways and educational materials for social entrepreneurs at all stages of development, from ideation to established enterprises. Through partnerships with Social Traders and Collab4Good, they offer access to funding information, policy guidance, research publications, and networking opportunities to strengthen the social enterprise ecosystem in South Australia and nationally.

Ripple Learning is a social enterprise providing best practice training and development solutions across Australia, including workshops in conflict management, wellbeing, and performance. The organisation creates a positive ripple effect by directing all profits to youth mental health charities, supporting families, children and students.

Sans Prejudice Solutions is a female-founded Western Australian consultancy specialising in diversity, equity, and inclusion management. They provide business strategy, policy development, work design, leadership and education services focused on psychological safety and inclusive design. Their mission is to transform workplace cultures so that specialised DEI support becomes unnecessary.

SASEC (South Australian Social Enterprise Centre) is a supporting organization for social enterprises in South Australia. The organization appears to be a hub that connects and supports social entrepreneurs and enterprises working across various social impact areas. Based on its founding board members' expertise in social entrepreneurship, employment for disadvantaged populations, and community development, SASEC likely provides capacity building, networking, and advocacy for the social enterprise sector in SA.

ShareTree Inc. is a Victorian-based certified social enterprise that improves mental health, wellbeing and performance in organisational cultures through science-based training, technology solutions and assessments. They serve individuals, government, corporates, schools and community organisations, with a focus on supporting charitable and not-for-profit organisations.

She Maps is an Australian social enterprise that promotes STEM education in schools through innovative drone-based learning programs. They focus on increasing STEM skills and confidence among groups traditionally under-represented in the STEM workforce, particularly through teacher training, curriculum resources, and hands-on drone activities.

Silverlea started over 50 years ago by a group of concerned citizens to provide education services to children with developmental delays it expanded to take in accommodation services, transport, education and employment services over time

SisterWorks is a Victorian-based social enterprise that provides employment and training opportunities for new migrants and refugees through manufacturing, production, and hospitality services. The organisation offers flexible production solutions including assembling, picking and packing, screen printing, sewing, and catering services to government, commercial and private sectors. By creating meaningful work pathways, SisterWorks supports the economic empowerment and social inclusion of migrant and refugee communities.