ABOUT US

Social Enterprise Group is a DGR1-status charity dedicated to helping young people in the Geelong region experiencing barriers to employment. We do this by providing them with a range of supported, meaningful employment opportunities through entry-level programs, employment in our print business, and via targeted labour-hire placements to expand their career. We focus on holistic care and support of young people, with an emphasis on giving many their first work opportunity, strengthening confidence, communication, and connection. We believe by reducing the barriers to employment for young people today, we will build a strong and dedicated workforce of tomorrow.

Geelong has persistently high youth unemployment. Significant economic and industrial changes have created unemployment black spots in the region, with suburbs like Corio and Norlane often carrying rates of youth unemployment that are double that of Geelong. The barriers to secure employment are varied, but SEG sees great opportunity in working with young people and helping build their experiences and networks in the region.

We are Social Traders and People + Planet First accredited social enterprise.

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HOW WE’RE TACKLING YOUTH UNEMPLOYMENT IN GEELONG

We reduce barriers to employment THROUGH two FOCUSED pillars of work.

Programs
For young people with limited or no workforce experience, we partner with local businesses and community organisations to provide short-term work and training, kick-starting a young person’s employment journey. Example: The Change Room, a hospitality training and employment program delivered at and in partnership with Queenscliff Football Netball Club.

Print
We provide young people with part-time employment in our social enterprise print business for periods of up to one-year. These roles are entry level administrative roles that provide young people with experience in the workforce, a range of soft and hard skills, and with an improved resume and referees at the conclusion of their tenure. During their employment, they are supported by SEG to build confidence, communication skills, and connection to the workforce using a range of personalised tools and techniques.

SEG delivering outcomes for five years

Social Enterprise Group has been operating since 2021, and is proud to be delivering employment opportunities for young people experiencing barriers to employment in the Geelong region. We measure impact through a range of quantitative and qualitative assessments, including regular feedback from our youth participants.