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Welcome to the 94 social enterprises, cooperatives, responsible businesses, civic organizations, and networks that became Good Market approved in April 2025! This month’s roundup includes new members from Argentina, Brazil, Guatemala, Mexico, the United States, South Africa, Uganda, Kenya, Somalia, Cameroon, Nigeria, Mali, Spain, Ireland, Scotland, England, Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Romania, Ukraine, Sri Lanka, India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Indonesia, Australia. You can see half of them below. Part 1 is here. More than 4,346 enterprises across 117 countries are now part of the Good Market commons. ❤️
Tangerang, Indonesia
Biopac produces biodegradable, seaweed-based packaging solutions in Indonesia to replace single-use plastics with safe, sustainable alternatives. They offer customized bags, pouches, sachets, sheets, cups, bowls, and other flexible packaging, edible coating for produce, and seaweed-based inks. All products are plastic-free, cruelty-free, compostable, and made from non-toxic, renewable materials. Seaweed grows quickly, does not require land, pesticides, fertilizers, or irrigation, and supports biodiversity. The Biopac process requires minimal water, does not involve hazardous chemicals, and leaves no waste. At end-of-life, the packaging can be used as an agricultural biostimulant to promote plant growth. Biopac sources seaweed directly from seaweed farming cooperatives and works to empower coastal communities. They provide training on climate change, plastic waste, social entrepreneurship, and financial literacy for foundations, cooperatives, nonprofits, and small enterprises. Biopac has compostable material certification from TÜV Austria.
Rotterdam, Netherlands
ONZE fabriek transforms waste into circular design projects and products and creates social impact by collaborating with vulnerable people during the design and production process. They partner with clients, policymakers, waste processors, designers, and social makers to develop custom designs from repurposed wood, aluminum, textiles, and other residual materials and offer tables, stools, lamps, flags, bags, and more through their online store. The ONZE method is a series of co-creation workshops for collaborating, researching waste flows, brainstorming, designing, prototyping, evaluating, and presenting with the understanding that learning from mistakes is part of the process. Their social maker partners employ vulnerable people and foster skill development, inclusion, and talent recognition within a supportive and creative environment. ONZE reinvests all surplus towards their purpose.
Sutton, Massachusetts, United States
Ethix Merch provides union-made, USA-made, and environmentally responsible custom-printed merchandise for socially responsible organizations. They specialize in printed apparel, bags, drinkware, office supplies, banners, signs, lanyards, buttons, pins, and other promotional products. Their Ethix Webstores make it easy for an organization to distribute their branded merchandise. Services include setting up and maintaining an online store, storing inventory, fulfilling orders, and handling customer service. Ethix Merch products are either made in the United States or Canada or are certified fair trade. They conduct due diligence to ensure manufacturers pay their workers fairly, provide good jobs, and comply with local environmental laws. Ethix Merch is committed to offering options for different price points because many of their clients are unions, nonprofits, and progressive organizations with limited budgets. They also offer products made from organic, recycled, biodegradable, and compostable materials. Ethix Merch is a founding member of the Alliance for Responsible Apparel Manufacturing and Purchasing (ARAMP).
Zürich, Switzerland
ecomade manufactures ergonomic, durable, and fully recyclable mattresses in Switzerland and works to transform the mattress industry through innovation and circular design. Their mattresses are made from recycled foam, flexible steel micro springs, organic cotton, and Swiss sheep wool with a washable and replaceable cover to extend product life. Each mattress comes with a digital product passport that includes care instructions and details on supply chains, cover replacement, and end-of-life. ecomade collects end-of-life mattresses free of charge for recycling. They partner with agile family businesses in Switzerland to reduce transport, ensure fair working conditions, and enable flexible on-demand production without wasteful overstocking. Their largest production site is fully powered by renewable solar energy. ecomade is a member of SENS.
New Town, Tasmania, Australia
Blueline provides commercial laundry, cleaning, and linen hire services and creates meaningful employment for people of diverse abilities, cultures, and backgrounds. Established in 1893, they offer laundry services for the healthcare, aged care, hospitality, tourism, and manufacturing industries, commercial, industrial, and domestic cleaning services, and bed linens, towels, table linens, uniforms, and healthcare garments. Blueline provides an inclusive, accessible workplace, training programs, and supported employment opportunities for people with disabilities, migrants, and individuals who have experienced trauma. They prioritize water and energy efficiency, safe chemical use, and circular practices. Blueline has water treatment and recycling systems, uses low-temperature wash formulas to reduce energy consumption and extend the working lifespan of linen, and repurposes or donates linen at end-of-life. They are a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise and a member of Social Enterprise Australia and Social Enterprise Collective of Tasmania (SECTAS). Blueline reinvests all surplus towards their purpose.
Babyn, Ukraine
Khata-Maysternya offers a workshop and retreat space in the Carpathian Mountains designed for learning, relaxation, community, and connection with nature. It serves as a venue for creative residencies, coworking, conferences, community-building workshops, training programs, yoga retreats, and other events and gatherings. The space was developed through a partnership with a local family in the village of Babyn and includes accommodation for up to 25 people, workrooms, whiteboards, a projector, and office supplies. Visitors are able to explore the trails, enjoy Hutsul cuisine, and experience local artisanal crafts.
Berlin, Germany
Yunus Social Innovation leverages their expertise in social business to help companies transform into a force for good, build inspiring business solutions to humanity’s most pressing problems, and bring their corporate purpose to life. They specialize in social innovation consulting, strategic advisory services, and acceleration in three main areas. Venture building draws on a company’s core competencies to create social business solutions to social and environmental challenges. Social procurement focuses on creating inclusive value chains by buying from social businesses. Social intrapreneurship empowers employees to develop new products, services, or processes that create positive social or environmental impact. Yunus Social Innovation operates on a self-sustaining financial model, prioritizes ecological awareness and fair, dignified working conditions, reinvests all surplus to scale or support more social businesses, and secures their mission regardless of ownership changes. They are a member of the Global Alliance for Social Entrepreneurship, Euclid Network, and Catalyst Now.
Tandil, Argentina
Asociación Civil Nuestra Tierra was founded in 1996 by a group of parents in Tandil seeking a community-based alternative to traditional education systems with a focus on ecological education and cooperative philosophy. They started Colegio Nuestra Tierra, which offers preschool, kindergarten, primary, and secondary level education, and Centro de Educación Ambiental para Docentes (CEAD), which disseminates the ecological education methodology. The school integrates experiential learning, outdoor activities, camps, and educational trips, promotes awareness, appreciation, and respect for the environment, and practices cooperative values like solidarity, empathy, mutual aid, and dialogue. Colegio Nuestra Tierra is committed to accessibility and maintains a scholarship system that enables families to join even if they cannot afford to pay the full amount. They follow an associative model with families handling the administrative, economic, financial, and social aspects of the institution. Asociación Civil Nuestra Tierra organizes free activities and events to engage the broader community of Tandil and promote environmental stewardship.
Mogadishu, Somalia
Institute of Climate and Environment specializes in policy and action research to tackle climate, environment, and development challenges in Somalia and beyond. They build local capacities, engage policymakers and practitioners, facilitate dialogue and partnerships, incubate green solutions, and provide evidence-based research to inform decision-making and policy development. Their work spans climate, biodiversity, energy, water, food, governance, and equity issues. Institute of Climate and Environment research findings and publications are accessible to all stakeholders to ensure knowledge is applied, decision-makers are informed, and people are empowered. They reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Galway, Ireland
Bounce Back Recycling collects and recycles old mattresses and furniture to divert waste from landfills and incineration and creates employment opportunities for Irish Travellers to challenge racism and employment discrimination. The mattresses and furniture are taken to their Galway facility and deconstructed by hand to increase the amount and quality of recyclable materials recovered, including steel springs, foam padding, textiles, and wood frames. Wood furniture may be upcycled or broken down into reusable component parts. Bounce Back Recycling keeps costs as low as possible and offers discounts to pensioners and customers referred by social workers. They support tree planting initiatives and fund scholarships for the Traveller community. Bounce Back Recycling is a member of Community Resources Network Ireland (CRNI) and Mattress Federation. They operate under Galway Traveller Movement, a not-for-profit organization, and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Port Bunyala, Kenya
Bunyala Agri Climate Impact Solutions builds climate-resilient, inclusive, and sustainable food systems in Kenya’s Lake Victoria basin through innovative technologies, capacity building, and advocacy. They train smallholder farmers in climate-resilient agricultural practices such as agroecology, permaculture, and regenerative farming, provide renewable energy solutions, initiate tree planting and ecosystem restoration projects, implement waste recycling and circular economy models, and organize livelihood development programs. Projects include converting organic post-harvest waste into black soldier fly products for aquaculture and livestock farmers, developing renewable energy-powered fish processing units to support fisher communities, deploying sensors and AI-powered early warning systems for flood-prone areas, supporting women and youth entrepreneurs in accessing microfinance and business incubation programs, and more. They are a member of Catalyst Now, Community Health Promoters Association, Lake Victoria Blue Economy Network, and Kenya Climate Innovation Center.
Dublin, Ireland
Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre improves the quality of life for LGBTQ+ people in Dublin by providing a safe space to find connection, access community support, celebrate culture, and engage in campaigns. They offer information and referral services, peer support groups, personal development courses, health and wellness services, community casework, social groups, events, a community cafe, a LGBTQ+ library, and venue hire for events, meetings, and workshops. They also offer corporate workshops and training programs to promote inclusive workplaces. Outreach campaigns focus on issues like poverty, homelessness, and safety within the LGBTQ+ community. Outhouse LGBTQ+ Centre is a member of the European Anti-Poverty Network, Coalition 2030, Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland, and Gay Health Network. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Córdoba, Argentina
Cooperativa La Esperanza is a worker cooperative of collectors and recyclers that recycles for social inclusion across more than 30 neighborhoods in Córdoba, Argentina. They collect, select, and bale paper, cardboard, plastics, metal, and glass, produce upcycled products from waste materials, and maintain green spaces. By supplying recyclable materials to national industries, they reduce import dependence and contribute to a circular local economy. Cooperativa La Esperanza uses a portion of their profits to support a professional health and community intervention team, a community garden, and 16 community kitchens. They are a member of the Federacion de Cartoneros, Carreros y Recicladores and the International Alliance of Waste Pickers.
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
The Second Life transforms industrial and post-consumer waste into lifestyle products, empowers underserved communities through dignified livelihoods, and promotes a regenerative, inclusive, and circular economy. They offer upcycled bags, accessories, and stationery made from tire tubes, newspapers, recycled papers, and surplus factory materials. Small scraps and leftover materials are reused for limited edition items. The Second Life creates livelihood opportunities for women and microentrepreneurs from low-income communities in India and supports them through skills training and market access.
Bamenda, Cameroon
Global Welfare Association (GLOWA) combats child and youth exploitation and trafficking in Cameroon and provides safe spaces, education, and livelihood opportunities for survivors. Their survivor-centered recovery programs include transitional shelter, trauma-informed counseling and psychosocial support, academic scholarships and support schemes, livelihood skills training, financial education, microcredit programs, business planning, investment capital, and pro-bono mentorship. GLOWA is led by survivors who draw on their lived experiences to provide meaningful support, engage vulnerable communities, and empower potential victims to recognize and manage recruitment scams. Survivors use their experiences and stories to break down stigmas, foster a more supportive environment for reintegration, and address the root causes of exploitation rather than just its symptoms. GLOWA is a member of the Global Partnership to End Violence Against Children, The Children Born Out of War Project, Freedom Collaborative, and The Commonwealth 8.7 Network. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Carndonagh, Ireland
Spraoi agus Spórt provides affordable and inclusive opportunities, activities, and experiences in Inishowen, County Donegal to create an inclusive, resilient, and connected community and help people of all ages and abilities thrive. They offer childcare, clubs, camps, classes, workshops, fitness programs, and more, with additional services for people with disabilities or autism. They also offer coworking hubs, a digital creative lab, and Síoraí, a circular economy hub with preloved clothing, accessories, and furniture, repaired electronics, bikes, and scooters, and a foodbank. Spraoi agus Spórt keeps fees as low as possible and mobilizes grant funding to offer free or heavily discounted access to their programs. They are a member of Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland, The Wheel, Charities Institute Ireland, Irish Environmental Network, Donegal Local Development, Inishowen Development Partnership, Community Work Ireland, and the Shared Island Civic Society Fund. Spraoi agus Spórt is a not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Suguna Sappayama is an initiative to set a new standard for affordable, nutritious meals in Sri Lanka, promote healthier dietary habits, and establish economic independence through locally sourced foods. A single meal includes a cup of local red or white rice, two types of vegetables, leafy greens, legumes, and an egg at a fixed low price and is served on a banana leaf instead of a polythene lunch sheet. Suguna Sappayama is based on Ministry of Health guidelines and provides an alternative to rice and curry meals that are high in carbohydrates and low in protein and nutrients. The program was developed by the National Food Promotion Board and is being spread through government and private sector cafeterias and roadside restaurants.
Bantry, Ireland
Bantry Credit Union was established in 1966 to provide accessible, inclusive, and sustainable financial services and promote the financial well-being of its members. They offer savings accounts, low-interest loans with flexible repayment options and no transaction fees, online and mobile banking, loan protection insurance, life insurance, death benefit insurance, and access to money advice and budgeting services. Bantry Credit Union supports local nonprofit charities, schools, sports clubs, community development groups, and events. They are a financial cooperative owned and controlled by their members for their members. Surplus income is returned to members through dividends or reinvested to improve and expand services based on member needs.
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Tully’s Consultancy enables inclusive and circular solutions by connecting people, simplifying complexity, building trust with integrity, and creating space for others to grow, lead, and drive systemic transformation. Services include collaborative strategic planning, workshops, training sessions, evaluations, impact analyses, and gender and sustainability research. They collaborate with international development organizations, government agencies, and non-governmental organizations on comprehensive evaluations that inform strategic decision-making, and they help businesses transition to circular business models aligned with their core values and sustainability objectives. Tully’s Consultancy provides free services to local social organizations. They participate in Circular Clarity, Convive Collective, and The Waste Not Spot.
Alta Gracia, Argentina
Cooperativa de Reciclado Alta Gracia (CREA) promotes environmental protection and the labor rights of their workers through responsible and sustainable waste management in Alta Gracia, Argentina. They collect, process, and sell bales of recyclable materials, including cardboard, paper, aluminium, and plastic bottles. They also offer environmental talks, workshops, and awareness programs for students and teachers at local educational institutions. CREA creates dignified employment opportunities, maintains a profitable recycling system for local residents, and contributes to the social and environmental wellbeing of their community. By recovering materials for local industry, they reduce imports, resource consumption, and landfill waste. CREA is incorporated as a worker cooperative.
Ibadan, Nigeria
Rays of Hope Support Initiative (ROHSI) organizes community health awareness and outreach programs to combat non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in underserved communities in Ibadan, Nigeria. They support individuals with hypertension and diabetes through health education, screenings, referral services, lifestyle support, and policy advocacy. ROHSI brings free health services to marginalized groups who would not otherwise have access due to their geographic location, economic status, language, literacy, or other social factors. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
London, England, United Kingdom
Flori Canto supplies organic and natural wellness products from their shop in Somers Town, London and supports sustainable farming and the visual arts. They specialize in teas, infusions, herbs, spices, superfoods, adaptogens, tinctures, essential oils, copal, ceremonial cacao, and coffee. Their drink bar serves smoothies, superfood food drinks, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and healthy breakfast options onsite and for local delivery. Flori Canto offers workshops, supports local people to produce and market their own value-added products, and contributes to local art exhibitions, greening projects, and other community initiatives. Their organic products are certified by Soil Association.
Swords, Ireland
Vantastic offers accessible transport services in Dublin for people with permanent or temporary mobility difficulties, physical and sensory disabilities, and not-for-profit organizations to support community participation and independent living. Their minibus services include door-to-door transport for Vantastic members, health and shopping routes for seniors, and group travel discounts for organizations. Their wheelchair accessible car rental service, called Zingly, is commonly used for special occasions, leisure travel, out-of-town visitors, and temporary disabilities. Zingly vehicles have rear wheelchair access via a lightweight ramp and full wheelchair and passenger restraint systems. Shared transport resources help reduce car congestion, improve air quality, and reduce carbon emissions. Vantastic also creates employment opportunities for people from disadvantaged groups. They are a member of The Wheel, Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland, and Disability Federation of Ireland. Vantastic reinvests all surplus towards their purpose.
Pitsedisulejang, South Africa
Basebo Training Institute was developed by the Barokologadi Communal Property Association to empower Barokologadi youth to reach their full potential. They offer computer training and other skill development programs based on community priorities. The Barokologadi Communal Property Association collectively manages 26,000 hectares of ancestral land that was returned to the Barokologadi people after a battle for restitution. They ensure the land is used sustainably and generates benefits for the community.
Brighton and Hove, England, United Kingdom
Alewk.club offers a curated collection of apparel and home products from trusted brands to make sustainable living simple and inspiring. Their online store includes clothing, bags, caps, socks, sunglasses, zero waste household products, personal care, and more from businesses that uplift communities, prioritize fair practices and environmental responsibility, and create meaningful impacts. Product listings include transparent details about materials and social and environmental impact. Alewk.club partners with Ecologi to plant trees and offset carbon emissions for every purchase.
Dublin, Ireland
Darndale Belcamp Village Centre (DBVC) tackles poverty, unemployment, and social isolation and improves quality of life and community resilience in North Dublin through practical, compassionate, and locally-led solutions. They specialize in facilities management, community employment, and services to support the residents of Darndale and surrounding areas. DBVC oversees and maintains the Village Centre Complex, a hub for social service providers and a venue for conferences, classes, and events, serves as a sponsoring agent for government-funded Community Employment and Job Initiative programs, and provides direct community services. Handy Helpers provides affordable home maintenance services for seniors, Community Pride Project supports residents to address needs in their local areas, Bell Art Gallery enables local artists to showcase their art, and Golden Years Senior Centre offers drop-in clubs, activities, exercise programs, and outreach services for the elderly. DBVC is a not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their mission.
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
we made it better for the planet (WMI) specializes in decentralized energy and waste solutions for rural and remote locations and facilitates the transition to a regenerative circular economy. They co-design modular micro factories that provide micro-grid energy and use locally available waste like tires, marine debris, and residual plastics. These facilities are tailored to the specific needs of each community and are integrated with training programs to ensure local capacity building and job creation. WMI offers on-the-job training for disengaged youth, domestic violence survivors, and other marginalized groups. They also coordinate trauma healing camps and emergency housing for domestic violence survivors. WMI gives 50 percent of their profits to Circular Economy FNQ.
Kilmallock, Ireland
Friars’ Gate Theatre was opened in 1997 to inspire creativity, curiosity, and community connection through the arts in rural Limerick and North Cork. Their venue in Kilmallock provides a platform for professional and community-based performances and visual arts, including theatre productions, music concerts, comedy shows, art exhibitions, educational workshops, wellness activities, and summer camps. Friars’ Gate Theatre ensures fair pay for artists, keeps events affordable, and partners with local supporters to provide free access to workshops, movies, and events for schools in disadvantaged communities, Irish Travellers, Ukrainian families, disadvantaged youth, and the elderly. Friars’ Gate Theatre is a member of Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Nairobi, Kenya
Innobid helps transform procurement processes to combat corruption, engage citizens, foster fair and efficient practices, and empower disenfranchised groups. Their e-procurement portal makes it easier for governments, not-for-profit organizations, and businesses to procure goods and services. It automates processes, reduces risk and the cost of bid screening, leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning to detect and flag anomalies and prevent corruption, increases efficiency, fairness, and competitiveness, and incorporates citizens in monitoring to foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and trust. By simplifying the tendering process, Innobid enables traditionally excluded women and youth-owned micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises to access procurement opportunities. In addition to building technology, Innobid provides procurement insights and advisory services, connects global procurement and anti-corruption players with relevant stakeholders, and contributes time and expertise to anti-corruption advocacy campaigns.
West Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
The Fair Co. provides employers with expertise, guidance, training, measurement, and evaluation support that enables them to create inclusive workplaces and maximize social procurement outcomes. Their workplace inclusion services help clients develop and implement inclusive recruitment practices, source quality staff, retain talented team members, and support employees on the job. Their social procurement services make it easier to purchase goods and services from social enterprises and Aboriginal enterprises. The Fair Co. builds cross-sector partnerships with businesses, government agencies, community organizations, and events to create employment pathways and direct employment opportunities for job seekers facing barriers to work. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their purpose.
Dublin, Ireland
PACE Social Enterprise produces wood and metal street planters and outdoor furniture, supports reintegration for people coming out of the prison and probation system in Ireland, and enhances community well-being by reducing reoffending. They manufacture picnic tables, benches, raised planters, hanging baskets, window boxes, wildlife habitat accessories, bicycle storage, rubbish bins, garden features, and custom metalwork for private, community, and public spaces. PACE Social Enterprise provides training, work experience, accommodation, and support for men with criminal convictions. They are working to integrate circular economy principles into their operations, sustainably source materials, and incorporate sustainability training into their programs. PACE Social Enterprise operates under Prevention Accommodation Community Enterprise, a not-for-profit that started in 1969 as Prisoners Aid through Community Effort. They are a member of Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI) and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Abuja, Nigeria
Nolton Africa drives transformative, scalable, and sustainable solutions by working with clients to solve Africa’s most pressing challenges. They specialize in consulting and implementation services for social impact organizations, policy innovation, corporate social responsibility, and strategic communications. Nolton Africa grounds their work in local expertise and conducts needs assessments, stakeholder consultations, and data-driven research to help clients develop people-centered policies and programs.
Bundall, Queensland, Australia
Peopled connects governments, communities, and organizations to align priorities, drive real-time action, share vital knowledge, and build resilient, thriving, and sustainable communities. Their platform enables users to create and lead initiatives, co-define and evolve priorities, programs, and knowledge, flag risks, keep track of updates in real time, celebrate achievements, and build a track record of impact. These initiatives include disaster relief, sustainability efforts, grassroots programs, and more. Peopled provides free subscriptions to low-income individuals and communities and supports people from diverse backgrounds in collaborating, making informed decisions, and strengthening support networks. They are a member of Social Enterprise Australia, Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC), Catalyst Now, Catalysr, and Launchpad 11.
Navan, Ireland
HUGS Community empowers family members and friends of first responders to provide social support by raising awareness and teaching practical stress management skills. They train first responders’ loved ones to identify signs of stress, engage in supportive conversations, apply psychological first aid to manage a stress response, and provide effective emotional support using the HUGS framework: hearing, understanding, guiding, and supporting. By equipping families to engage in open conversations about mental health, HUGS Community reduces stigma and encourages early intervention. They offer free courses to those who can’t afford them and provide pro bono training to unaffiliated volunteers and family members. HUGS Community is a member of Social Enterprise Republic Ireland, Irish Paramedic Education and Research Network (IPERN), Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Network Ireland, and Mental Health Ireland. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Inala, Queensland, Australia
SEPA MS Landscaping offers cleaning, maintenance, and landscaping services, supports workers from diverse backgrounds, and creates employment opportunities for refugees and migrants in Brisbane. They specialize in lawn care, yard and garden maintenance, tree lopping, stump removal, waste removal, pressure washing, and commercial cleaning. SEPA MS Landscaping separates reusable, recyclable, and compostable waste during waste removal to minimize waste to landfill. They foster social inclusion by providing training, work experience, and community events that connect refugees, migrants, and low-income earners with the broader community. SEPA MS Landscaping is a member of Social Enterprise Australia and Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC).
Castleconnell, Ireland
ACM Community Centre was established in 1998 to support the education, training, employment, welfare, health, social, cultural, and recreational needs of community members in Castleconnell, Ireland, and the surrounding area. They organize local festivals, activities, and events and offer meeting rooms, coworking spaces, administrative services, workshops, classes, community childcare, a community cafe, and a community garden space. ACM hosts Limerick Youth Service, promotes local businesses, and collaborates with other local organizations to enhance quality of life for members and encourage lifelong learning, social connections, and a shared sense of belonging. They are a community-owned cooperative society with approximately 500 parish shareholders. All surplus is reinvested.
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Humans:Connecting destigmatizes loneliness and helps humans get the connection that they need and deserve. They offer connected workplace programs, speaking services, courses, videos, mentoring sessions, a podcast, and a blog. Their products and services support people, workplaces, and communities that want to move through loneliness, build relationships and connections, and improve the quality of their social health. Humans:Connecting collaborates with governments, academics, mental health professionals, and mental health support providers globally and is a member of Ending Loneliness Together.
Crewe, England, United Kingdom
Karolina Naturals creates natural, vegan personal care products that nourish the skin and provide an alternative to harmful chemicals, synthetic pollutants, and plastic waste. Their deodorants and body butters are made from responsibly sourced ingredients and sold in home-compostable or recyclable packaging. Karolina Naturals educates customers about the impact of conventional beauty products and encourages mindful choices that prioritize personal and planetary health. A percentage of profits is donated to marine conservation initiatives.
New Ross, Ireland
Cumas New Ross was founded in 1976 to support adults with disabilities in County Wexford and promote independence, choice, and empowerment. They offer inclusive arts programs, handmade products, community inclusion activities, skills training, employment opportunities, day services, and residential services. Cumas New Ross practices a rights-based person-centred approach and tailors services to the needs and wants of each individual so they can achieve their potential and lead supported self-directed lives. They are a member of Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI) and County Wexford Social Enterprise Network. Cumas New Ross is a not-for-profit organization and reinvests all surplus towards their purpose.
Mohottawa, Sri Lanka
Daily Ecos produces superfoods, creates economic opportunities for rural women, and promotes sustainable farming practices and circular economy principles. They specialize in dried butterfly pea flowers, hibiscus flowers, seeds, and seedlings. Daily Ecos provides planting materials, harvesting baskets, and efficient irrigation systems to their farmers at no cost. They use solar-powered dehydration equipment and minimize environmental impact.
Lanesborough, Ireland
Lough Ree Access for All enables people with disabilities to participate in water-based social and recreational activities on Ireland’s inland waterways. They offer integrated cruises, fishing trips, nature tours, and historical tours on their bespoke wheelchair-accessible boat. Lough Ree Access for All ensures inclusion through their roll-on, roll-off boat design with lock-down safety features, Changing Places toilet suite, motorized fishing rods, trained staff, and subsidized rates for caregivers. They offer powerboat training and certificate courses and use the fees to help fund the Access for All boat and services. Lough Ree Access for All employs individuals with disabilities through Employability Midlands, provides subsidized trips for disability groups in partnership with Irish Wheelchair Association and Enable Ireland, and collaborates with Inland Fisheries Ireland, Waterways Ireland, and Failte Ireland to improve waterway accessibility nationwide. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Elsternwick, Victoria, Australia
MindCalmr supports mental wellbeing and emotional healing by making Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy affordable and accessible. Members have access to EMDR-style programs, an online support group, and guided therapy sessions targeting issues such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, sleep disturbances, and addictions. MindCalmr offers free seminars and podcasts and uses at least 50 percent of their profits to provide free membership to nonprofit beneficiaries, volunteers, and staff. They are a Social Traders Certified Social Enterprise.
Wakiso, Uganda
Nabweru Community Initiative for Youth Empowerment (NCIYE) provides entrepreneurial skills training to empower youth, improve livelihoods, and foster self-reliance in the Nabweru community of Wakiso District, Uganda. They focus on vocational skills training, computer literacy classes, support for youth-led micro-enterprises, HIV/AIDS awareness programs, water and sanitation initiatives, and environmental conservation campaigns. NCIYE holds focus group discussions to gather insights from participants, conducts regular community assessments, and integrates youth feedback into program design and implementation. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Lincoln, England, United Kingdom
Good For Pets offers supplements that support pet health and animal welfare. Their five-strain probiotic complex promotes healthy digestion, improved immunity, and overall well-being, and their joint support complex reduces inflammation, soothes aching joints, and improves mobility. All supplements are formulated from essential, active ingredients with no unnecessary fillers or additives. Good for Pets donates 51 percent of their profits to animal welfare organizations, including World Wildlife Foundation, Battersea Dog & Cats, Dogs Trust, People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA), and Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA).
Cape Town, South Africa
Umthombo Wempilo builds safe, healthy, and empowered communities in Cape Town through education, health awareness, and grassroots initiatives. They provide after-school tutoring, women’s empowerment programs, and youth and community dialogues that promote social cohesion and reduce the spread of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and sexually transmitted infections. Their initiatives create inclusive platforms for collaboration with local leaders and marginalized groups, challenging stigma and advancing community-led development. Umthombo Wempilo is a member of South African National AIDS Council (SANAC) Civil Society Forum. They are a not-for-profit organization and reinvest all surplus towards their mission.
Johannesburg, South Africa
Ag Beyond Sustainability promotes, facilitates and accelerates the transition to regenerative food, farming, and land management in South Africa in order to restore climate stability, end hunger, and rebuild deteriorated ecological, social, and economic systems. They produce Dijo Tsa Mobu, a natural liquid fertilizer scientifically formulated from upcycled local inputs to improve soil health. Ag Beyond Sustainability also offers advisory, consultancy, and training services to farmers, schools, and other organizations working towards a circular economy. They are part of Young Professionals for Agricultural Development (YPARD).
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