Become a SECNA Member.

Our members are on a mission to build a thriving social enterprise sector in NSW and the ACT - will you join us?

SECNA is a sector-led peak body that represents the interests of social entrepreneurs and social enterprises across NSW & ACT.

We have two types of memberships available: Associate and Industry membership

Our 650+ members are central to everything we do.

Become a SECNA Member today to:

  • Have your voice heard to drive change

  • Find and grow meaningful relationships

  • Navigate your social enterprise journey with a supportive community

  • Access resources, expertise, and mentoring

  • Amplify your impact stories, needs and opportunities

Become a member

Industry membership

For social enterprises: organisations that trade as a business, exist specifically to make the world a better place and commit to reinvesting the majority of profits towards their purpose. All Industry Member applications are reviewed and approved by SECNA’s Board.

For social enterprises

  • $120/year + GST

    For social enterprises who are early stage, small scale and/or have limited financial capacity (turnover up to $500k per annum).

  • $360/year + GST

    For social enterprises who are established (have one or more employees, turnover between $500K up to $2 million per annum) but are not large social enterprises.

  • $1,200/year + GST

    For social enterprises who are large organisations (typically a turnover of greater than $2 million per annum) and/or have the financial capacity to contribute more in membership fees.

Become an industry member

Industry Membership Benefits

Start-up

  • SECNA sends a member-only weekly news update to help SECNA members engage, connect and share what is happening in the sector in NSW & ACT.

    As a member, you can submit an ask, offer or update via the Member Update form to be included e.g. ABC Organisation has three desks available in our office in Armidale, NSW Monday to Wednesday. Contact test@example.com.

  • Join us online or in-person for exclusive and discounted opportunities to meet and learn from other social enterprises and sector supporters.

    SECNA regularly runs Business for Good Lunches, Find Your People, Learning Circles and more to bring together impact- and industry-aligned social enterprises and supporters (e.g. circular economy).

  • Access virtual peer mentoring to get targeted, personalised guidance and advice from experienced peers who bring real-world knowledge and experience in social enterprise. See our Peer Mentoring page for details.

    For quick, personalized guidance, you can also book a 30-minute 1:1 slot with a SECNA staff member.

  • Promote your social enterprise in SECNA's Social Enterprise Finder, a go-to source for people looking to find social enterprises in NSW and ACT.

  • SECNA regularly engages with local, state and federal government and other sectors to advocate for the interests of social entrepreneur and social enterprises in NSW & ACT, secure policy change and investment.

    As an Industry member, you will have an opportunity to use your voice to share your experiences to help us advocate on behalf of social enterprises in NSW & the ACT.

  • As the peak body for social enterprise, we receive invitations to participate in various opportunities, such as private tours and speaking opportunities.

    SECNA keeps members informed of current news via newsletters, social media and other regular communications.

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  • SECNA sends a member-only weekly news update to help SECNA members engage, connect and share what is happening in the sector in NSW & ACT.

    As a member, you can submit an ask, offer or update via the Member Update form to be included e.g. ABC Organisation has three desks available in our office in Armidale, NSW Monday to Wednesday. Contact test@example.com.

  • Join us online or in-person for exclusive and discounted opportunities to meet and learn from other social enterprises and sector supporters.

    SECNA regularly runs Business for Good Lunches, Find Your People, Learning Circles and more to bring together impact- and industry-aligned social enterprises and supporters (e.g. circular economy).

  • Access virtual peer mentoring to get targeted, personalised guidance and advice from experienced peers who bring real-world knowledge and experience in social enterprise. See our Peer Mentoring page for details.

    For quick, personalized guidance, you can also book a 30-minute 1:1 slot with a SECNA staff member.

  • Promote your social enterprise in SECNA's Social Enterprise Finder, a go-to source for people looking to find social enterprises in NSW and ACT.

  • Members that provide services for social enterprises and other for-purpose businesses will be offered a listing in SECNA’s Service Directory.

  • SECNA regularly engages with local, state and federal government and other sectors to advocate for the interests of social entrepreneur and social enterprises in NSW & ACT, secure policy change and investment.

    As an Industry member, you will have an opportunity to use your voice to share your experiences to help us advocate on behalf of social enterprises in NSW & the ACT.

  • As the peak body for social enterprise, we receive invitations to participate in various opportunities, such as private tours and speaking opportunities. Where appropriate, SECNA opens these opportunities to our members (only)

  • Up to two additional contact on your membership profile to receive SECNA e-news, updates and information about opportunities.

  • One complimentary SECNA newsletter feature or social post per year. Submit your feature request via hello@secna.org.au

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  • SECNA sends a member-only weekly news update to help SECNA members engage, connect and share what is happening in the sector in NSW & ACT.

    As a member, you can submit an ask, offer or update via the Member Update form to be included e.g. ABC Organisation has three desks available in our office in Armidale, NSW Monday to Wednesday. Contact test@example.com.

  • Join us online or in-person for exclusive and discounted opportunities to meet and learn from other social enterprises and sector supporters.

    SECNA regularly runs Business for Good Lunches, Find Your People, Learning Circles and more to bring together impact- and industry-aligned social enterprises and supporters (e.g. circular economy).

  • Access virtual peer mentoring to get targeted, personalised guidance and advice from experienced peers who bring real-world knowledge and experience in social enterprise. See our Peer Mentoring page for details.

    For quick, personalized guidance, you can also book a 30-minute 1:1 slot with a SECNA staff member.

  • Promote your social enterprise in SECNA's Social Enterprise Finder, a go-to source for people looking to find social enterprises in NSW and ACT.

    Large Industry members may list multiple brand or business names so long as all are registered as legal trading names.

  • Members that provide services for social enterprises and other for-purpose businesses will be offered multiple listings in SECNA’s Service Directory to highlight different brands, services and/or business arms.

    All listing names must be registered as legal trading names.

  • SECNA regularly engages with local, state and federal government and other sectors to advocate for the interests of social entrepreneur and social enterprises in NSW & ACT, secure policy change and investment.

    As an Industry member, you will have an opportunity to use your voice to share your experiences to help us advocate on behalf of social enterprises in NSW & the ACT.

  • As the peak body for social enterprise, we receive invitations to participate in various opportunities, such as private tours and speaking opportunities. Where appropriate, SECNA opens these opportunities to our members (only)

  • Up to five additional contact on your membership profile to receive SECNA e-news, updates and information about opportunities.

  • Up to three complimentary SECNA newsletter feature or social post per year. Submit your feature request via hello@secna.org.au

  • One complimentary speaking engagement per year from SECNA (excluding travel costs, which may need to be covered separately)

  • Up to two one-on-one meetings per year with a SECNA executive about your organisation’s goals and plans

Associate membership

For aspiring social enterprises and supporters

For individuals and businesses who want to learn more about social enterprise, support the sector, or start/transition to a social enterprise.

  • $120/year + GST (annual membership)
    $20/month + GST (monthly membership)

    For individuals, and for small charities who are not social enterprises (yet), but who want to support and be part of the social enterprise movement.

  • $360/year + GST

    For businesses who do not exist specifically to make the world a better place (yet) and/or charities who do not qualify as social enterprises (yet), but who want to support and be part of the social enterprise movement.

  • $1,200/year + GST

    For large organisations (typically a turnover of more than $2 million per annum and/or have the financial capacity to contribute more in membership fees), including government bodies and corporations, who want to support and be part of the social enterprise movement.

Become an Associate Member

Associate Membership Benefits

Individual

  • SECNA sends a member-only weekly news update to help SECNA members engage, connect and share what is happening in the sector in NSW & ACT.

    As a member, you can submit an ask, offer or update via the Member Update form to be included e.g. ABC Organisation has three desks available in our office in Armidale, NSW Monday to Wednesday. Contact test@example.com.

  • Join us online or in-person for exclusive and discounted opportunities to meet and learn from other social enterprises and sector supporters.

    SECNA regularly runs Business for Good Lunches, Find Your People, Learning Circles and more to bring together impact- and industry-aligned social enterprises and supporters (e.g. circular economy).

  • Access virtual peer mentoring to get targeted, personalised guidance and advice from experienced peers who bring real-world knowledge and experience in social enterprise. See our Peer Mentoring page for details.

    For quick, personalized guidance, you can also book a 30-minute 1:1 slot with a SECNA staff member.

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  • SECNA sends a member-only weekly news update to help SECNA members engage, connect and share what is happening in the sector in NSW & ACT.

    As a member, you can submit an ask, offer or update via the Member Update form to be included e.g. ABC Organisation has three desks available in our office in Armidale, NSW Monday to Wednesday. Contact test@example.com.

  • Join us online or in-person for exclusive and discounted opportunities to meet and learn from other social enterprises and sector supporters.

    SECNA regularly runs Business for Good Lunches, Find Your People, Learning Circles and more to bring together impact- and industry-aligned social enterprises and supporters (e.g. circular economy).

  • Access virtual peer mentoring to get targeted, personalised guidance and advice from experienced peers who bring real-world knowledge and experience in social enterprise. See our Peer Mentoring page for details.

    For quick, personalized guidance, you can also book a 30-minute 1:1 slot with a SECNA staff member.

  • Members that provide services for social enterprises and other for-purpose businesses will be offered a listing in SECNA’s Service Directory.

  • Up to two additional contact on your membership profile to receive SECNA e-news, updates and information about opportunities.

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  • SECNA sends a member-only weekly news update to help SECNA members engage, connect and share what is happening in the sector in NSW & ACT.

    As a member, you can submit an ask, offer or update via the Member Update form to be included e.g. ABC Organisation has three desks available in our office in Armidale, NSW Monday to Wednesday. Contact test@example.com.

  • Join us online or in-person for exclusive and discounted opportunities to meet and learn from other social enterprises and sector supporters.

    SECNA regularly runs Business for Good Lunches, Find Your People, Learning Circles and more to bring together impact- and industry-aligned social enterprises and supporters (e.g. circular economy).

  • Access virtual peer mentoring to get targeted, personalised guidance and advice from experienced peers who bring real-world knowledge and experience in social enterprise. See our Peer Mentoring page for details.

    For quick, personalized guidance, you can also book a 30-minute 1:1 slot with a SECNA staff member.

  • Promote your social enterprise in SECNA's Social Enterprise Finder, a go-to source for people looking to find social enterprises in NSW and ACT.

    Large Associate members may list multiple brand or business names so long as all are registered as legal trading names.

  • Up to five additional contact on your membership profile to receive SECNA e-news, updates and information about opportunities.

  • One complimentary speaking engagement per year from SECNA (excluding travel costs, which may need to be covered separately)

  • Up to two one-on-one meetings per year with a SECNA executive about your organisation’s goals and plans for working with social enterprises

Alan Lau, Velocity Empowerment, SECNA Industry Member

“It's been a valuable experience to be a member of SECNA and be surrounded by people who are purpose and mission-driven.”

Sarah Hunstead, CPR Kids, SECNA Industry Member

“I just wanted to thank you for all your support this year. What SECNA provides is truly a game changer for Social Enterprise - thank you for making such a tangible impact.”

Associate Member

“I'd like to support the network through associate membership because I believe in the huge potential for social enterprises to improve social outcomes for communities in NSW and the ACT.”

FAQs

  • No.

    Social Traders and SECNA are separate organisations with separate processes. The Social Enterprise Council of NSW & ACT (SECNA) is a member-led peak body that represents the interests of social entrepreneurs and social enterprises across New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory.

    Social Traders is the national social enterprise certifier in Australia. Their certification gives businesses and governments the assurance that a social enterprise has been independently verified, which increases their confidence in procuring from those organisations.

  • You can use this link to reset your Password here: https://app.joinit.com/forgot-password

    This will allow you to input your email, then it will send you an email to reset your Password. If you don't see it come through, make sure to check in your different folders including your Spam folder.

    If you're still having trouble, please contact hello@secna.org.au

  • As per SECNA's constitution, the Board vote on every organisation that applies for SECNA industry (social enterprise) membership as to whether, in their view, the organisation is a social enterprise or not (they need to see clearly that you're both a business and that you exist specifically to make the world a better place).

    As all our Directors are all volunteers, we appreciate your patience as they review applications. The review process can take between 2-4 weeks.