Social Traders certification is world-leading and tailored for the Australian market with the highest standards. It clearly identifies and protects the sector against social washing. We’ve been certifying social enterprise since 2017 and it's trusted by all levels of government, leading philanthropists and ASX listed businesses. There's 700+ certified social enterprises and certification is free – making it truly accessible to purpose-led businesses.
- Join a national community: Connect with like-minded businesses and potential partners through our events and training
- Strengthen your position: Be recognised as a genuine social enterprise and proudly display your certification logo
- Get listed: Be on Social Traders Social Enterprise Finder, Australia’s largest directory of certified social enterprises and be on our member portal visible to business and government members
- Secure grant funding: Improve your chances of winning grants across local, state and Federal Government and leading philanthropists
- Access events and content: Get free tickets to events run by Social Traders and our partners to connect, learn and collaborate. Utilise available resources to stay on top of sector trends and insights.
- Access volunteering platforms: Use Communiteer and SEEK Volunteer platforms for free to attract volunteers to help support your social enterprise
Upholding standards for the sector
Carmen Garcia, CEO at Community Corporate speaks about the role of Social Traders in the sector and our commitment to creating social value for a fairer, more inclusive and sustainable Australia.
Access to networks and increased visibility
Hear from Rob Brown, Chief Chance Officer at Fruit2Work, as he reflects on Social Traders has supported his business.
Sharing insights and building connections
Ifrin Fittock, CEO at SisterWorks shares her experience with Social Traders and the value certification brings.
Advisory group
Sometimes certification applications can be complex. Our Social Traders Certification Advisory Group provides an independent, third-party perspective on these matters. They also provide general advice to Social Traders on certification as the social enterprise sector continues to evolve.
Keith Rovers
Michael De Soyza
Nicola Nation
Kylie Flament
Our certification process
Information pack
Complaints & review process
We welcome feedback
Thanks to our supporters
The Social Traders social enterprise certification standards have been developed in consultation with our supporters at EY and Minter Ellison.
