Australian Social Enterprises

St Vincent Industries has been operating as a Social Business since 1972, providing employment, training and support for people with a disability. We are the leading manufacturer and supplier of cleaning cloths and recycled rags in southern Tasmania, with a varied customer base supplying over 600 clients across Tasmania. Our site in North Hobart employees more than 35 people to produce quality rag products to customers across Tasmania, offering paid employment and nationally recognised training to people with a disability, in an environment that provides the support they need to reach their full potential in the workplace.

Strong Women For Healthy Country Network Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation based in the Northern Territory focused on empowering Indigenous women and promoting the health of Country through community-led initiatives. The organisation appears to operate as a network supporting Indigenous women in land management and cultural knowledge preservation.

T.O.P.I.C - Train Our People Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous organisation focused on providing training and development opportunities for Indigenous people. Its likely social impact involves enhancing skills, improving employment prospects, and fostering economic empowerment within Indigenous communities.

Tajik Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in Western Australia that aims to support and empower Aboriginal communities through culturally appropriate initiatives. While specific activities are not publicly detailed, the corporation likely engages in community development, employment, and cultural programs that deliver social value to its members.

Tapatjatjaka Art and Craft Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous business operating in the Northern Territory, dedicated to promoting Aboriginal art and craft. It aims to support Indigenous artists, foster cultural expression and preservation, and create economic opportunities within the community.

Tastex Knitwear produces high quality School, Corporate and fashion knitwear and embroidered items. We also manufacture knitted "Envirowoolly" native animal toys made from recycled woollen off-cuts. Tastex Knitwear produces quality Tasmanian Knitwear & Embroidery which is marketed mainly in the school, corporate & Government Sectors. Tastex contributes to the Tasmanian economy, marketing our knitwear both throughout Tasmania and interstate. Tastex provides employment for 27 Tasmanians, 18 of our employees have an intellectual disability. Tastex provides ongoing training, employment and support for our Supported Employees. We provide recognised traineeships and in-house training in Textile Production which improves skills and future employment opportunities. Tastex also provides training in Life Skills which enables our Supported Employees to work towards living independently within the community.

We have achieved an excellent reputation in our local area for our high-quality packaging service. We offer our clients competitive pricing, reduced staffing costs, reduced transport costs and unsurpassed quality control.

Thamarrurr Youth Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous organisation registered in the Northern Territory. Its name suggests a focus on supporting and empowering Indigenous youth within the Thamarrurr region. Specific activities and programs are not detailed in the provided information.

We provide all your commercial digital printing requirements, scanning services, confidential document destruction and office paper, cardboard recycling, lawn and garden maintenance We provide employment opportunties for people with disability, who are hightly trained and motivated to provide excellent services to our customers, through our recycling services we are able to reduce the communities carbon footprint. We aslo work closely with community organistions such as rotary to assit them with their community projects, our employees get the opportunity to participate in acredited training of their choice. From helping people with basic life skills, to establishing work programs and career development plans, the Ascent team provides people with a disability and their families with the support and assistance they need to achieve their goals.

The Big Issue is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that supports and creates work opportunities for people experiencing homelessness, marginalisation, and disadvantage. They help people help themselves by running social enterprises that provide income, build confidence, and capacity for self-help. The organisation addresses various social issues, including homelessness, unemployment, and social exclusion.

The Indigenous Black Belt Movement Indigenous Corporation appears to deliver martial arts training and personal development programs tailored for Indigenous Queenslanders, aiming to build confidence, leadership and cultural pride. By offering structured classes and workshops, the corporation seeks to improve health outcomes, employment readiness and community cohesion among its participants. Its social impact is expected to be felt most acutely among Indigenous youth and families in Queensland, though detailed outcomes are not publicly documented.

The Julin Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous-owned entity registered with ORIC that seeks to advance the economic, social, and cultural well‑being of its members and the broader Aboriginal community in the Northern Territory. While detailed activities are not publicly disclosed, the corporation is positioned to deliver community‑focused initiatives that generate social impact through Indigenous empowerment and inclusion.

The Thorndale Foundation was established in 1959, as a parent based, not for profit organisation supporting the needs of people with intellectual disabilities in the Nepean area. The early beginnings of the Foundation were as a school for children with disabilities and after initially utilising various temporary accommodations, in 1964 the Thorndale Centre at Rance Road, Werrington, was officially opened. In 1984 the Foundation became part of the Challenge Foundation before again becoming autonomous in 1993, when the Thorndale Foundation Limited formed as a public company limited by guarantee. Today, the Foundation operates a range of support services for participants with National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) plans. Thorndale Foundation has remained a passionate and dedicated not for profit organisation, supporting people with disability to help achieve their goals for almost 60 years. Our vision is to ensure that all people with disability live in a community where equality is a way of life. Thorndale aims to provide opportunity and equality for people with disability within the Nepean, Hawkesbury and lower Blue Mountains community regions with services in Employment, School Leaver Employment Support (SLES), Improved Life Skills, Residential Support and Recreation and Leisure activities. Services provided through Thorndale’s employment enterprise include: • Weed control and management• Mowing• Mulching• Warehousing and storage services• Shrink wrapping services• Packaging• Contract packaging• 3PL 3rd party logistics (pick n’ pack)• Mailing services/Mail fulfilment services• Managed print services Thorndale supported employees enjoy all the benefits that come from being in meaningful employment. The benefits can include learning new skills, making new friends, increased self esteem and confidence and a connection with the community. Thorndale also provides a social program that offers participants the chance to unwind, make new friends and enjoy a range of fun filled weekend and evening activities in their local and broader community.

Tjirrkarli is an ACNC-registered Indigenous corporation based in Western Australia. As an Indigenous business and charity, it appears to operate in remote Aboriginal communities, though limited public information is available regarding its specific programs and social impact.

TEAM Inc. provides a wide range of services, including a Window Cleaning service specialising in single storey, all aspects of lawn and garden care, including mowing, weeding, hedging, trimming, edging and tending all manner of garden beds and arborist service supervised by our own qualified arborist.

Tulgeen is the leading disability services provider in the Bega Valley Shire and surrounds offering a comprehensive range of service and supports for all participants in the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). Who We Are: Tulgeen Disability Services is not-for-profit and community-based, providing flexible, quality support for individuals with disability, their families, advocates, and carers. Our Core Purpose is to: Create opportunity and choice for people with disability to participate in communities, realise their potential, and lead full, abundant lives. Our Core Values are: Excellence, Inclusion, Innovation, Pride and Respect Tulgeen operates 1 social and disability enterprise - Riverside Nursery. Our accredited Australian Disability Enterprises (ADE's) offer supported employment and vocational training for people with disability. Managed by Tulgeen, our enterprise offers a range of supported employment to empower people with disability in the workplace in learning, maintaining and expanding workplace skills.

Twin Hill Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation registered in the Northern Territory, likely supporting the local Aboriginal community through culturally appropriate initiatives. Publicly available information does not specify its activities, programs or impact, but typical functions may include community development, employment, and cultural preservation.

Uililie Wara Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous business based in the Northern Territory, likely operating programs that support the social and economic wellbeing of Aboriginal communities. The corporation may deliver cultural, employment, and community‑development initiatives that aim to empower Indigenous peoples and preserve traditional knowledge. Its primary social impact is the advancement and empowerment of Indigenous individuals and families in the region.

UME Lynx Training Indigenous Corporation is an Indigenous business that provides training services to empower Indigenous individuals and communities by enhancing skills and creating pathways for employment and economic participation. The organisation aims to improve the socio-economic outcomes of Indigenous Australians. It focuses on building a stronger and more resilient Indigenous community.

Unisson Disability has been providing Supported Employment for more than fifty years through our employment servicesPack Works, and Ground Works. We provide professional, cost effective and customer focussed packaging, mail processing, ID Card printing and sample bag fulfilment as well as grounds maintenance to some of Australia's most respected commercial, local and state government organisations. While we are a not for profit organisation we pride ourselves on our work being accurate and high quality, no matter the deadline we are given. We promote inclusion and diversity within the local communities. We promote greater independence of people with a disability within the local communities. By providing meaningful, paid employment for people with intellectual or physical disability we facilitate independence, self-respect and opportunities to enable them to become fully contributing members of the community. We encourage our supported employees to have friendships and community networks (within their communities) separate to their families. We promote attendance by our supported employees in sporting, social and recreational activities within their communities. We provide linkages for our employees to access other service providers, community activities and groups of interest. Our supported employees are the foundation of our business. We provide meaningful, sustainable and valuable employment to over 70 Australians with a disability. We harness the individual capabilities of each employee in a safe, supportive environment that offers development opportunities. Our priority is to ensure that each employee has the opportunity to develop to their full potential as a member of the Australian workforce. This also gives the employees a sense of worth as well as self-confidence, which enables them to become active and involved members of their communities Our support staff work with each employee to achieve their personal and individual goals.

Uniting Vic.Tas is the community services organisation of the Uniting Church, delivering services and programs across Victoria and Tasmania. We strive to make a difference for individuals, families and communities. Among the many programs and services we provide are two social enterprises - Tadpac Print and Fire & Clay. Tadpac is a registered Australian Disability Enterprise (ADE) providing meaningful employment and a sense of community to people living with a disability. With more than 50 years of experience in the printing industry, we are Tasmania’s go-to business for quality printing. View our services at www.tadpac.com.au. Fire & Clay provides employment for more than 30 adults living with a disability in a supported environment. Based in Lilydale, Victoria, the team produces distinctive, functional and decorative pottery pieces, which are distributed and sold locally. Fire & Clay also offers a creative arts program, with flexible activities to suit all levels of ability. Any profit from our social enterprises is used to support the work Uniting Vic.Tas does in the community. We work alongside people: • Needing safe and secure housing• Who want to manage their mental health• Who want to gain control over their drug and alcohol use• Living with a disability, who want to gain employment and live independently.• Who want parenting support to keep their family safe, together and thriving.• Who are young and want support through counselling, mentoring and life skills to work towards their goals. We offer meaningful work and a sense of community to people living with a disability. This provides greater economic independence, social connection and improved confidence. We are proud that some people use our enterprises as a pathway to open employment, while others appreciate the security and stability and stay with us for their entire working life.