The state of the social economy in Australia: Inaugural summary report

Australia’s inaugural Social Economy Survey highlights the sector’s growing role in driving social and environmental impact but also reveals major challenges. The study identified five key issues: securing sustainable funding, under-resourced collaboration, the untapped potential of co-operatives and mutuals, the need for better impact frameworks, and inconsistent government support. The Centre for Social Impact calls for coordinated action – embedding equity, funding, partnerships, and policy support – to harness the sector’s potential, strengthen resilience, and position it as a central force in Australia’s sustainable growth.

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