Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA)

Today’s Canberra Business for Good Lunch covered topics from “am I a social enterprise?” to ACT Procurement to SEDI grants to pricing to opportunities to collaborate. Thank you so much for joining us: Elise Searson-Prakaash from Lady News Kylie Flament from Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA) Warren Aitken from The Sustainable Gardener Pty Ltd Frances Riggs from GetAboutAble Christina Ryan from Disability Leadership Institute Anna Carr from Carr Competencies Garry Murphy from Nexia Australia Hammad Naqvi from St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn Ruth Oettle from Allara Creative Kathryn Carter, right hand woman to social solopreneurs And congratulations again to Stepping Stone | Social Enterprise Cafe for Vanessa Brettell and Hannah Costello’s award win last night (ACT Local Heroes for 2025) and for the delicious food and great service as always. #businessforgoodlunch

ACT Local Heroes for 2025!! Congratulations Vanessa Brettell and Hannah Costello, co-founders of Stepping Stone | Social Enterprise Cafe I’m looking forward to being there for SECNA’s Business for Good lunch later today to celebrate you and also Christina Ryan for being a finalist for ACT Australian of the Year. So well deserved!!! https://lnkd.in/gjQjCawm Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA)

Meet our Industry Member All of the Good Things Pty Ltd All of the Good Things is a social enterprise committed to promoting a lifestyle that benefits both the planet and its inhabitants. By offering a range of eco-friendly, plastic-free, vegan, natural, and biodegradable household items and gift packs, All of the Good Things makes it easier for everyone to adopt sustainable habits. From body care products for men and women to homewares, kitchen and cleaning supplies, pamper and detox kits, and even dog care items, their products are designed to start good habits with subscription options for monthly refreshes and refills. At the core of All of the Good Things is a deep-seated philosophy to do no harm to people or the planet as well as taking steps to have a positive impact. This ethos is reflected in their commitment to ensuring fair labor practices in their supply chain, supporting fair trade producers, and artisans in disadvantaged communities. By bringing these products to market, All of the Good Things not only provides employment and fair income but also empowers communities to alleviate poverty and build positive change. Their mission extends beyond minimising waste and avoiding plastic; it's about buying quality, practical items that can be loved and cherished, thereby reducing what ends up in landfills. All of the Good Things champions natural, sustainably sourced materials that can biodegrade at the end of their life cycle and promotes recycling and upcycling as key components of a sustainable lifestyle. Find more great social enterprises in our Industry Member Directory at https://lnkd.in/g7Mc5paf #SECNA #socialenterprise #businessforgood #peopleandplanetfirst #members #memberspotlight

Are you a new SECNA member? We'd love to meet you! Come along to our next virtual New Member Welcome session 🗓 Tuesday 19th 11-11:45am Register here: https://lnkd.in/gxuariRM In the session we'll be covering: ✨ Why SECNA exists? 📃 Our FY25 strategic plan 👋 Group introductions 🌟 Overview of membership benefits and opportunities available and how to access them ⁉ General Q&A See you there! #socialenterprise #newmembers #welcome #peopleandplanetfirst

Meet our Industry Member Ripple Learning Ltd Ripple Learning is a social enterprise dedicated to supporting young people as they navigate mental health challenges. They achieve their goal by delivering high-quality, customised workshops to corporations across Australia and funneling 100% of profits to organisations that provide assistance to young people struggling with mental health issues. Workshops conducted by Ripple Learning equips teams to handle difficult conversations and complex human issues that affect organisational productivity. The enterprise's mission includes helping organisations manage conflict, change, stress, and the intricacies of hybrid working environments, including meeting psycho-safety legislative requirements. Ripple Learning's vision is to create a societal "ripple effect," empowering both employees and young people with the skills and support necessary to address challenging situations and reach their full potential. As a cause-driven, socially-aware enterprise, Ripple Learning stands out by channeling all profits into non-profit organisations that provide effective assistance to young people struggling with mental health issues. Find more great social enterprises in our Industry Member Directory at https://lnkd.in/g7Mc5paf #SECNA #socialenterprise #businessforgood #peopleandplanetfirst #members #memberspotlight

📣Canberra & surrounds Are you involved in a social enterprise, a social entrepreneur, a supporter, or simply curious to learn more about social enterprises in the Canberra region? Come and join us for our last Canberra Business for Good Lunch for 2024 where you can meet and network with others in the social enterprise movement. 📅November 15, 12-1:30pm 🍽️ Cafe Stepping Stone, Dickson 🎫Make sure to register so we know you're coming! #socialenterprise #peopleandplanetfirst #businessforgood #networking

Last Thursday we shared a meal with some incredible humans in Newcastle. As we do at all our Business for Good events, we went around the table, listening to everyones story, what bought them here and if they had any asks/offers of the community to help them on their journey. 🙌 👕 From helping women in Cambodia and Vietnam to upskill to reach international sewing standards and more competitive, quality products 💡 to blending all their experiences to be openly curious about what the next career step could look like and forging new businesses for good; 🏦 building relationships and being a bank owned by the community, servicing the community with over 50+ branches in Australia; 🔵 launching a vibrant not-for-profit circular economy retail and community space in Newcastle; 🗺 moving from the thriving social enterprise scene in Melbourne to Newcastle and finding what’s on offer; 💙 going above and beyond a position description and championing employee volunteering, connecting NSW health workers to social enterprise, charity and not-for-profit volunteering opportunities; and 🎤 learning new skills and launching a successful series 1 of a podcast that showcases all facets of sustainability in the Newcastle community… there is so much goodness in Newcastle and great people so willing to connect, share and support the community. A special thanks to our co-host Bianca Bartlett Co-founder of Purple Card Project and The Full Circle Collective Thank you for joining us Richard Stark - Beyond Bank Australia Rohan Harvey Vito Carrozzo - NSW Health Mardi Lee - @ReNewy Living https://lnkd.in/eqDuuC8i Kellie Pati GAICD Suzanne Allibone Krys Sutton Bec Humphris 🪻 - Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA) Come along to our next event and be part of it - 2025 Newcastle Business for Good events dates coming soon! 👉 You can find all our events on our calendar https://lnkd.in/gAWJNrHY #businessforgood #peopleandplanetfirst #networking #newcastle #socialenterprise

Congratulations Chocolate On Purpose!

Conversations around the table at our quarterly Business for Good Lunch in Wollongong today included social procurement, charities that are leaning in to social enterprise, whether 'supported employment' and 'open employment' are the best terms to use, men's health initiatives and circular economy. Plus the news that yourtown have launched a digital marketing agency and are looking for clients (low bono rates available for social enterprises). And The Flagstaff Group have drop-off times for residents to bring in their soft plastics for recycling (clear soft plastics only). A wonderful mix of topics as always when you get people working in and interested in social enterprise together! Thanks for joining us: Kirk Bendall Ainslie Tweedie - iAccelerate Kylie Flament - Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA) Kirsten Bissett - The Flagstaff Group Carly Pascoe - Wollongong City Council Michael Norris - The Disability Trust Nansy McCarthy - yourtown Georgia Watson - iAccelerate Kate Fitzgerald - Elemental Aim We'll publish our 2025 events calendar soon. All welcome to these lunches! #businessforgoodlunch

A huge congratulations to SECNA member Vanessa and Hannah from Stepping Stone | Social Enterprise Cafe for your well deserved nomination!!