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Random Hacks of Kindness
I recently learnt about Random Hacks of Kindness (RHoK) Australia, part of a global community of technologists and changemakers who ‘hack for good’. Did you know that the word ‘hack’ in technology circles is more often used to describe a way of coming … Continue reading
Substation33 a social enterprise diverting e-waste from landfill
A few weeks ago, I discovered that you can recycle soft plastics, turning your plastics into useful things like park benches and play ground equipment. Today I discovered Substation33 a social enterprise based in Logan, Queensland, who recycle electronic waste, providing a workplace … Continue reading
Posted in Community, Environment
Tagged eWaste, Logan, old tv, old washing machine, recycle, recycle electronic goods, Social Enterprise, Substation 33, Substation33
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Orange Sky Laundry – Australia’s first mobile laundry service for the homeless
Other than a brief stint volunteering for the Wilderness Society dressed up in a mangey Koala suit, my social conscience at age 20 was still very much a work in progress. But not these guys. In July 2014, two Brisbane friends and social … Continue reading
Posted in Community, GIVING
Tagged Brisbane, Homelessness, Orange Sky Laundry, Social Enterprise
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change the world for the better…
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” ~ Margaret Mead (1901 – 1978) This is easily one of my favourite quotes. I have seen … Continue reading
party for purpose – Brisbane 24 August 2013
Brisbane-based Human Ventures, a profit-for-purpose social enterprise that assists marginalised communities in Queensland, is throwing a party to remember on August 24, to raise funds and awareness of their mission to bring positive change through arts based programs. The ‘Party for Purpose’ … Continue reading
Posted in Brisbane Events, Children, Community, CSR, Ethical Shopping, GIVING, KINDNESS, Pay it forward, Social Enterprise
Tagged #bne, August events, Brisbane, Brisbane Events, Charityspam, DJ Tyrone Noonan, human, Human Ventures, Kaylah Truth, MC Kitch, Mzaza, party for purpose, profit for purpose, Queensland Theatre Company, richard bell, Social Enterprise, Tara Castle
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stop traffick – the JC Denim Project
The United Nations estimate that 20.9 million men, women and children are trafficked around the world for purposes of forced prostitution, labor and other forms of exploitation every year. This is equivalent to the entire population of Australia. This figure … Continue reading
Posted in Children, Community, CSR, Ethical Shopping, GIVING, HIV / AIDS, Homelessness, KINDNESS, Pay it forward, Social Enterprise
Tagged Cambodia, Destiny Rescue, ethical fashion, forced labor, human trafficking, JC Clothing Company, JC Denim, JC Denim Project jeans, JCCC, Social Enterprise
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got an idea to change the world?
Attention all Brisbane based social entrepreneurs! How would you like win a share of $50,000 to help launch your idea for making positive lasting social change? Wesley Mission Brisbane have launched Campaign for Change a round of funding available to anyone … Continue reading
Posted in Brisbane Events, Children, Community, GIVING, KINDNESS, Pay it forward, Social Enterprise
Tagged Campaign for change, Charityspam, community start ups, make a difference brisbane, Mentoring, Social Enterprise, social innovation, south east queensland, Tara Castle, Wesley Mission Brisbane, WMB
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Biddy Bags, a unique gift
My blog post about social enterprise Expresso Train was the most read post last month, so I thought I would introduce you to another: Biddy Bags. Biddy Bags is clever intergenerational social enterprise based in Brisbane, connecting socially isolated nannas … Continue reading
Posted in Brisbane Events, Community, CSR, Ethical Shopping, GIVING, KINDNESS, Recycle or upcycle, Social Enterprise, Uncategorized
Tagged Biddy Bags, Brisbane, buy something meaningful, Charityspam, Samantha Jockel, Sarah Blasko, Social Enterprise, social innovation, social kindness, Tara Castle
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psst Bleeding Heart: a #bne venue for good, not evil
If you are a lover of creative social enterprise, you might already know about Bleeding Heart 166 Ann Street in Brisbane’s CBD. It is a profit-for-a-purpose building that includes a cafe, a function centre, an art gallery and retail (with … Continue reading
Posted in Brisbane Events, Children, Community, CSR, Ethical Shopping, GIVING, Homelessness, KINDNESS, Pay it forward, Recycle or upcycle
Tagged #bne Events, Ann Street Brisbane, art gallery brisbane, Bleeding Heart, boutique events brisbane, Buffed, Business Babes, cafe brisbane, coffee brisbane, community enterprise brisbane, corporate social responsibility brisbane, gallery brisbane, profit for a purpose, Social Enterprise, social enterprise hub brisbane, socially responsible venue, unique function venue brisbane, Wise Foundation
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