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Social Enterprises
Close Social Enterprises
Open Social Enterprises
What is Social Enterprise?
Learn about what defines a social enterprise
Browse the Directory
Search social enterprises in Western Australia by industry or service
Getting Verified
Find out how to become a verified social enterprise
About WASEC
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Impact Café Online: Turning Purpose into Measurable Impact
Check out the “Digital Foundations for Social Start Ups” Online webinar, delivered as part of WASEC’s Learning Community for micro social enterprises in Western Australia.
Webinar: Digital Foundations for Social Start Ups
Check out the “Digital Foundations for Social Start Ups” Online webinar, delivered as part of WASEC’s Learning Community for micro social enterprises in Western Australia.
Webinar: Hopscotch Program
Kira Rikkers from Anglicare WA’s innovation team unpacks the Hopscotch model. Learn how it’s transforming employment pathways—and how social enterprises can use it to support parents facing complex barriers.
Building Your Founding Team
Behind every successful social enterprise lies a dedicated founding team that drives its vision, strategies, and impact. Building the right founding team is a pivotal step in shaping the foundation of your venture, and it involves careful consideration, alignment of values, and the distribution of responsibilities.
The Five Impact Models of Social Enterprise
These models outline how ventures create change through their operations, structures, and approaches. From seamlessly integrating impact into core operations to fostering change through supply chains, let’s unravel the five impactful models that are shaping the way businesses drive positive change.
Attributes of a Social Entrepreneur
If you’re exploring the world of social enterprise and its profound impact in Australia, this comprehensive guide will provide insights into the concept, its historical context, the political landscape, and its significance in comparison to traditional businesses and nonprofits.