Australian Social Enterprises

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.

We are a dedicated migration agency providing strategic immigration advice and visa application services to businesses and individuals in Australia and overseas. We enable companies to fill skill shortages and attract talent through tailored migration solutions (e.g sponsoring overseas professionals to work in Australia). We work across all industries, including construction, manufacturing, energy, technology, media & advertising, agriculture & food technology. Products and services include Legal Services. Primary beneficiaries include New Migrants & Refugee Communities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Recognition Membership.

Skillinvest is a Victorian-based social enterprise providing employment, education, and training services including apprenticeships, traineeships, and accredited vocational training. They serve disadvantaged job seekers while also supporting businesses with recruitment and training solutions. With over 35 years of experience, they connect individuals to employment pathways and provide skills development across multiple industries.

SkillsConnection is a not for profit Community organisation.We provide services and supports to people of all ages and abilities. We provide services 24 hours 7 days per week 52 weeks of the year. We pride ourselves on our quick response for request for services and we support participants where possible to choose their own support staff to ensure personality compatibility.We are registered provides with Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), Transport Accident Authority (TAC), Department Social Services (DSS) and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).We hold current quality accreditation for National Disability Service Standards (NDSS) Human Service Standards (HSS) and ISO9001:2008

Soap Aid is a Victorian social enterprise that collects and recycles waste soap from businesses across Australia and New Zealand, reprocessing it into new hygienic bars for distribution to communities facing major hygiene challenges. The organisation has diverted over 380 tonnes of soap from landfill and distributed more than 3.8 million soap bars to vulnerable populations globally, while generating revenue through B2B hygiene products to fund their charitable activities.

Social Engine Australia is a Victorian social enterprise that transforms the lives of vulnerable young people by providing practical employment experience, paid work opportunities and ongoing support in hospitality, warehousing and logistics sectors.

Social Enterprise Group is a certified social enterprise and DGR1 charity in Greater Geelong, Victoria that operates print services to create supported work placements for disadvantaged youth. Through their Youth Mentoring program, they offer six-month paid placements with wraparound support, helping young people overcome employment barriers and transition into lasting employment.

Social Foundry is an Australian social enterprise operating a cafe and catering company in Kyneton, VIC. It provides a training program for marginalised youth, focusing on work-skills, mentoring, and community inclusivity. Through its hospitality operations, it aims to foster community transformation and capacity building for young people in regional Australia.

Social Good Outpost is a women-led social enterprise working in communication design, impact measurement, and intercultural event curation. We help organisations communicate clearly and effectively, increase organisational capacity in impact measurement, and create social change. We are based in Melbourne and Canberra and work nationally. Products and services include Community & Social Services, Marketing and Communications. Primary beneficiaries include Marginalised Women. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Social Outcome Solutions is an advisory social enterprise providing specialised social and environmental impact services to major infrastructure projects and industry. They support clients with contractual policy compliance, sustainable procurement, and innovative supply chain strategies, aiming to embed social and environmental responsibility into large-scale developments.

Social Outcomes Security (SOS) is an ethical, employment focused security business. We pride ourselves on being Australia’s first certified and the most established social enterprise security business, operating within this space. Services include: • Security Guard (Static and Mobile Patrol) • CCTV Installation and Monitoring • Temp Fence Hire SOS are among the leading security service providers within the construction and infrastructure industry. Products and services include Building products & materials, Building Trade, Repairs & Maintenance, Security Services & Equipment. Primary beneficiaries include New Migrants & Refugee Communities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Social Planet transforms Australian neighbourhood houses, community centres, and youth services by streamlining administrative processes. Our all-in-one platform integrates event promotion, venue hire, finances, reporting, and client and volunteer management. Designed with community input since 2017, we free staff to focus on their mission, driving positive social change with comprehensive support and innovative features. Products and services include Marketing and Communications, Business & Administrative Services, Community & Social Services. Primary beneficiaries include A charitable or not for profit organisation. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Orsum is a software development company based in Victoria that builds custom software, web applications, and mobile apps with a focus on innovative design solutions. While the website primarily describes commercial software development services, as a social enterprise they likely contribute to digital capability building and potentially provide technology solutions for social impact organisations.

Social Traders Testing is a certified social enterprise based in Victoria. Based on available information, this organization appears to operate within the social enterprise sector, likely supporting charitable or not-for-profit organisations through trading activities or services.

Cloud-based platform for monitoring and reporting on social procurement outcomes, to support contractors and subcontractors on major building, rail and infrastructure projects. Products and services include Community & Social Services. Primary beneficiaries include A particular industry. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

Orsum is a Victorian software development company that builds custom software, web applications, and mobile apps with UX/UI design services. However, the website does not mention any social mission, community impact, or social enterprise characteristics, making it unclear what social impact this organisation has.

Songlines Music Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organization based in Victoria that supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and preserves cultural heritage through music. The corporation promotes Indigenous musical traditions and creates opportunities for Indigenous musicians, contributing to community engagement and cultural preservation.

Souper is a social enterprise in Melbourne operating a kosher bistro and catering service. The organization provides meaningful employment for people facing barriers to employment while using profits to fund food security initiatives for vulnerable populations, including Holocaust survivors in the Jewish community.

Space Tank Studio is an award-winning business makerspace and incubator in Melbourne that supports emerging manufacturers and hardware startups. They provide facilities, prototyping technology, business mentoring, co-working spaces and training to help entrepreneurs develop physical products across sectors including medical devices, robotics, electric vehicles and furniture. The organisation focuses on advancing Australian manufacturing capability and creating future jobs in innovation.

Space2b offers Gift Hampers, Clothing and Safety Wear and Artwork. All products can be branded, and are ethically handmade in Australia. Space2b also offers team-building 'Cultural Experiences' for employees to immerse themselves in new worlds. We provide employment opportunities to over 200 Cultural & Linguistically Diverse migrants, refugees and asylum seekers annually, and deliver programs to connect and build networks. Products and services include Clothing & Safety Equipment, Gifts or rewards, Office supplies & services. Primary beneficiaries include New Migrants & Refugee Communities. Social Traders status: Certified (Grace Period). Membership: Connections Membership.

Sparechair Cafe is a social enterprise providing learning and employment opportunities to young people living with disabilities or mental health issues. The organisation operates a cafe, kitchen garden program, and horticulture social enterprise to support its beneficiaries. By doing so, it addresses the challenges faced by young adults in pursuing further study and employment opportunities.