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The Queensland Social Enterprise Awards celebrate outstanding impact, innovation, and leadership across the state’s growing impact driven economy.
As Queensland’s first statewide recognition program for social enterprise, the Awards shine a spotlight on the people and organisations building a more inclusive, sustainable, and resilient future for our communities.
From Youth-led ventures and First Nations enterprises to regional founders, jobs-focused organisations, and ecosystem enablers, the Awards highlight the breadth, diversity, and strength of this vibrant sector. Each category showcases a different dimension of excellence, from environmental stewardship, community empowerment, innovation, job creation, and long-term organisational performance.
Social enterprises trade commercially while prioritising positive social, cultural, or environmental outcomes. These organisations demonstrate how business can be a powerful force for good by creating jobs, strengthening communities, driving environmental solutions, and delivering measurable impact where it matters most.
Hosted by the Queensland Social Enterprise Council (QSEC), the Awards bring together practitioners, partners, supporters, and Government from across the state to celebrate the remarkable contributions of this sector. The inaugural 2026 Awards mark the beginning of a new tradition: recognising the leaders and innovators shaping Queensland’s future, and inspiring continued growth, collaboration, and impact for years to come.
You can learn more about QSEC’s member benefits and apply for a social enterprise membership today.
