Australian Social Enterprises

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.

Professional Migrant Women (PMW) supports migrant women from non-English speaking backgrounds to overcome barriers in the Australian job market. Through mentorship, networking, and culturally sensitive professional development, PMW promotes social inclusion, career advancement, and leadership. Their strength-based approach empowers migrant women to reshape corporate and community perceptions, highlighting their valuable contributions to society. Products and services include Community & Social Services, Training & Education Services. Primary beneficiaries include New Migrants & Refugee Communities. Social Traders status: Certified. Membership: Connections Membership.

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.

Project Net Zero is an Indigenous-owned social enterprise specialising in de-fit and make-good services for corporate and hotel clients across Australia. They divert office and hotel furniture and non-fixed assets from landfill by repurposing, reusing, and donating them to community organisations, promoting circular economy principles and environmental sustainability.

Property Initiatives Real Estate is a social enterprise offering full-service real estate solutions, including buying, selling, renting, and property management, across inner-Melbourne. All profits are dedicated to funding secure and permanent affordable homes for women and children facing homelessness, through their not-for-profit partner, Women's Property Initiatives.