Australian Social Enterprises

Challenge is an ADE supporting people with disabilities. Activities include Welby garden centre nursery, garden maintenance service, secure document destruction, light manufacturing, letterbox deliveries. Registered as an NDIS Service Provider Challenge supports the community by engaging disadvantaged individuals in employment and training in variety of meaningful activities, including horticultural, garden maintenance, light manufacturing, packing, secure document destruction, and mail box distribution. By having a opportunities of activities employees are able to engage in activities that best suite their skills and abilities. This variety assist the employees to maximise their potential and productivity and creates a genuine job satisfaction for the individuals.

Chapter 1 Employment is a Queensland-based social enterprise that supports people living with disability to find meaningful employment by developing and delivering specialised employment programs. The organisation is unique in that it employs people with lived experience of disability to design and deliver these programs, while also providing reverse marketing services to help create more inclusive employment opportunities in the broader sector.

Chatstat is an AI-powered platform that monitors public social media posts to detect cyberbullying, self-harm, suicide ideation, and other harmful content. The platform provides families, educators, and workplaces with real-time alerts and personalized reports to enable early intervention and support mental wellbeing in digital spaces.

The Christie Centre is a niche organisation and provides a platform for disability support services in the region through its strong networks, contacts and partnerships. Our team is flexible, dynamic and enthusiastic with a skill for looking outside the box for opportunities and provisions of services. Furthermore as an innovative local leader for disability services aimed at achieving equity and inclusion, services are enhanced through a strong volunteer base and the provision of support to self-help and support groups. Supporting community partnerships is one of the key foundation blocks of the Christie Centre. We are a product of community development and pioneers in finding a local solution to a presenting community issue. Our supported employees andparticipants both work and engage with many community partners, whether it is through other businesses or the general public on a daily basis. Our end-game is by showing, and hopefully paving the way by creating strong partnerships with mainstream businesses that use our services, we value-add through stronger links to provide further pathways for a person living with a disability. Aroundagain, AroundagainDocument Destruction, Mildura Chocolate Company and Christie’s Emporium have created an inclusive work environment with a supported workforce. Many people have learnt new skills and have gone onto mainstream “open” employment after their time at our social enterprises. We encourage and assist people to live as independently as possible by developing self-confidence and enhancing their personal life journey whilst being part of any one of our teams.

Civic Industries provides paid employment to people with disability who have 'Finding and Keeping a Job' in their NDIS plan. A range of jobs including packaging, decanting, mail-outs, labeling, administration, lawn mowing, catering and barista are offered for differing skill levels within a supportive environment in South Sydney and other locations. We also work at the Department of Defence at Holsworthy Army Base delivering administrative work. Civic Disability Services provides supported accommodation, employment and social connectivity to more than 750 individuals with disability. Founded more than 60 years ago, Civic is an ambitious, forward-thinking organisation, which has built on its solid heritage and emerged as a true leader in the disability sector. Defining ourselves as a ‘for-purpose' organisation, our goal is to improve outcomes for individuals with disability by investing in innovation, technologies and pilot ideas which drive forward the delivery of disability services. Civic provide meaningful employment and every day we see the pride that clients take in having a job and working alongside their mates. We recognise that the social activities that arise from work are as equally important. The fact that the work is variable and interesting, and supported employees are working with staff they know, gives peace of mind.

Coffs Harbour Aboriginal Family Community Care Centre Aboriginal Corporation provides care and support to Aboriginal families and the broader community in Coffs Harbour, NSW, enhancing the well-being and support systems for Indigenous people in the region. The organisation aims to improve the social and economic outcomes of Aboriginal individuals and families. It delivers essential services to promote their overall well-being.

Coffs Harbour Dolphins Social Men's Group Aboriginal Corporation supports Aboriginal men in the Coffs Harbour region by providing social connection, peer support, and community engagement activities. The organisation enhances social cohesion and cultural wellbeing while addressing isolation and promoting mental health among Indigenous men.

Collabaloop provides a mobile-focused digital engagement and Learning Management System (LMS) platform. It aims to improve workforce support, connection, and growth by enabling people to feel heard, gain insights, and receive relevant, timely interventions, ultimately enhancing employee well-being and development.

Collective Leisure is Australia's first certified social enterprise leisure management company, providing facilities management, physical activity and wellbeing programs, and training and employment services. They focus on reducing health inequity within communities, with particular emphasis on new migrants, refugees, seniors, people with disabilities, and those experiencing mental health challenges.

Murray Valley Centre Supported Employment is a disability support service that provides programs and employment to adults with disabilities. Murray Valley Centre has recently merged with Community Accessability to increase our support options. MVCSE provides an individualised service to participants through center and community based day programs. MVCSE also provides supported employment opportunities through our Australian Disability Enterprises. Taskforce provides lawn mowing, road side cleanup and garden maintenance services within the Albury/Wodonga area. Our Woodwork produces survey and building stakes, tomato and tree stakes , dog kennels and children's furniture. Murray Valley Center Supported Employment provides cost effective products and services to the Albury/ Wodonga community in prompt and friendly manner. MVCSE holds contracts with local businesses, council and individual community members who look for a service that treats all people as valuable. Murray Valley Center Supported Employees enjoy coming to work each day as they see their job as more than just a job. The employees are very visible in the community and enjoy being part of a team. The employees undertake regular training and are always happy to have a chat to customers and members of the community.

AXIS Worx is a Social Enterprise that provide Supported Employment to people with permanent disability AXIS Worx for the past 3 years have been major sponsors of the Tri State Games as they have been held in Horsham. As an organisation we provide sponsorship to a variety of clubs within our region. Working at AXIS Worx provides our supported employees with the opportunity to participate in meaningful and fulfilling employment, learn new work skills, receive support and encouragement in the workplace, gain valuable employment experience, increase confidence and independence while making new friends and earning a wage

Condobolin Aboriginal Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous corporation focused on delivering health services to the Aboriginal community in Condobolin, NSW. Its primary social impact is to improve health outcomes and well-being for local Indigenous people by providing culturally appropriate care.

ConnectGV provide individualised options for local people with a disability and their families to ensure their goals and dreams can be achieved. The organisation has grown and evolved over the years to be the largest disability service within the Goulburn Valley that offers Day Options, Employment Options, Accommodation Options, Individual Support, Support Coordination and Plan Management. ConnectGV's creates a fully inclusive community and to that end it seeks partnerships that allow it to offer many of these options within the local community. ConnectGV also owns and operates a number of Social Enterprises, namely Billabong Garden Complex, Billabong Flowers, Ruby Saltbush Cafe and Billabong Rags. These businesses not only provide quality products and services to the local community, they provide valuable paid employment and training options for people with a disability.

Our Capabilities. We deliver professional results, on brief, on budget and on time. Our diverse range of services include Grounds Keeping, Garden Maintenance, Vacant Lot Mowing/Slashing, Car Park Cleaning, Litter Control, Fleet Vehicle Cleaning, Builder & Commercial Property Cleans, Recycling Services. People with disability have the same rights as anyone else. We support people with disability to live their chosen life. Community inclusion and employment with purpose allows people with disability to actively and independently to participate in all aspects of social, economic, political and cultural life. This in turn, helps break down the myths and perceptions and barriers held against people with disability. The community also benefits with less pressure on health services and improved lifestyles. Employment and personal development provides benefits to workplaces, the community, and individuals. It delivers financial independence and improved living standards, positive health impacts and self-worth. It helps to open opportunities for inclusion for all, in a social economy providing greater social value.

Coomealla Health Aboriginal Corporation delivers culturally appropriate primary health care and community health programs to Aboriginal people in western New South Wales. The organization aims to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities by providing accessible, responsive services tailored to the needs of Indigenous families and individuals.

dal Café & Catering operates as a café and catering service. dal's mission is to reduce disadvantage and increase the participation of young adults with disability to open employment and enable them as valued members of the broader community.dal strives to provide leadership in building inclusive communities by fostering a culture that supports transition into full and equitable employment. dal models and facilitates inclusive, non-discriminatory employment practices. In 2011 dal received the Australian Disability Enterprise Excellence Award. dal creates pathways for young adults with disability to either supported or open employment and increases their independent living skills and confidence to access community supports and activities. Our vision is to provide adults with disability to experience meaningful employment in a commercial environment.

Cullunghutti Aboriginal Child and Family Centre Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation dedicated to supporting Aboriginal children and families in NSW. It aims to enhance the well-being, development, and cultural connection of Indigenous children while strengthening family units within their community.

Cummeragunja Health and Development Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organisation focused on improving the health and fostering the development of the Aboriginal community in Cummeragunja, NSW. It aims to deliver services that enhance well-being and promote community growth for its beneficiaries. The organisation's efforts contribute to the betterment of the Aboriginal community's overall quality of life.

Cunnamulla Aboriginal Corporation for Health is an Indigenous corporation and registered charity dedicated to providing essential health services. It aims to improve health outcomes and enhance the overall well-being of the Aboriginal community in Cunnamulla, Queensland.

Dalar Diabetes & Renal Support Group Cherbourg Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous organization dedicated to supporting Aboriginal people living with diabetes and renal conditions in Cherbourg, Queensland. The organization aims to improve health outcomes and enhance community well-being through targeted support services and health programs addressing these chronic health challenges.

DARE Industries provides products and services for commercial and domestic customers in the Blue Mountains, Penrith, and Hawkesbury Regions. The Grounds and Maintenance team excel in commercial lawn mowing, turfing and lawn care, hazard reduction, removal of noxious weeds, garden restoration and makeovers, rubbish removal, squalor specialists. Dare Industries provides top quality Australian hardwood products including, wooden stakes and pegs required by Plumbers, Concretors, and Surveyors as well as environmentally friendly kindling in handy 5kg packs of hardwood off-cuts. The Package and Assembly team can assist your business with all your packing and assembly requirements such as, mailouts, assembly of products (from step blocks to wheel barrows), string cutting and tying, bespoke packaging, preparing business folders, labelling, secure document shredding, commercial book covering and packing and weighing. All staff are fully trained, enthusiastic and committed to assisting you and your business. By purchasing any of our business services or products you are helping to provide employment and other services for people with a disability. Since 1961 DARE Industries have provided products and services (such as grounds maintenance, woodwork and packing and assembly) to customers in the community. DARE provides meaningful employment for 65 people with a disability in the community who would otherwise not be able to work. At DARE, supported employees improve their social skills and as a result are able to interact with the community in their day-to-day lives leading to a more inclusive community. DARE also gives back to the community by frequently volunteering at community events such as foundation day and Anzac day. DARE provides meaningful employment for people with a disability who would otherwise not be able to work. Not only does it provide the supported employees with more money in the bank, but it also improves their self-esteem as they are contributing to society. Supported employees experience better health and well being, improve their skills and expand their social networks. DARE has had a number of apprentices who have gone on to join the open work force. Family members of DARE supported employees know that they are well looked after, building new skills, developing a social network and becoming more independent.

Derbarl Yerrigan Health Service Aboriginal Corporation is an Indigenous-led organisation focused on providing health services to Aboriginal communities. Operating in Western Australia, its primary social impact is to improve health outcomes and enhance the well-being of Indigenous people.