Collaborating across sectors to make social performance business as usual
We believe the most powerful change happens when like-minded organisations choose to work together.
Collaboration sits at the heart of everything we do. We're proud to work alongside organisations who bring their own expertise, networks and share our belief that business can, and should, be a force for good.
Meet the partners who are working alongside us to create a fairer, more equitable Australia.
Wallara
Supply Nation and WEConnect International
Together with Supply Nation and WEConnect International, we form a powerful collective representing over 6,000 diverse suppliers and 1,000 businesses.
Supply Nation champions Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business, while WEConnect International drives opportunity for women-owned businesses across 135 countries. This alliance gives members of Social Traders access to a unified, expert-led approach to supplier diversity - unlocking greater economic engagement and stronger community outcomes.
"Our partnership recognises our shared values and purpose. We will continue to work together to support our members and suppliers through the procurement process and drive their capability through shared thought leadership."
Kate Russell, CEO Supply Nation
"This partnership is a transformative alliance that leverages the strengths of each organisations to create a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable business environment. We are combining our expertise and networks to drive new opportunities for competitive, but underutilised businesses in Australia and around the world. I encourage organisations out there to join us!"
Elizabeth Vazquez, CEO WEConnect International
Industry Capability Network (ICN)
ICN connects buyers and suppliers across every state and territory to grow local industry and create local jobs.
Our partnership with ICN streamlines social procurement, making it easier for businesses to find certified social enterprise suppliers, avoid social washing, and generate measurable social impact through their supply chains.
"ICN has always been about connecting the right suppliers with the right opportunities, and partnering with Social Traders allows us to extend this mission to include social impact as a core component of procurement value."
Warren Jansen, CEO, Industry Capability Network
Social Value Portal
Social Value Portal aims to promote responsible, sustainable business practices by integrating social value into everyday operations. The platform supports a growing network of organisations committed to delivering measurable social, economic, and environmental benefits. In 2017, the Social Value TOM System was launched - a leading standard of measuring, reporting and amplifying social value.
Through our partnership with Social Value Portal, we're providing our members access to the Global TOM System (Themes, Outcomes and Measures) for Australia. And a way to convert social value into common financial terms that demonstrate ROI for communities and organisations.
"We need radical collaboration, joining up across borders and acting as a community to deliver impact at scale for not only now, but for future generations. I'm delighted to partner with Social Traders to deliver a social value measurement framework that's unique to Australia. One that reflects the country's needs and priorities. I'm excited on what's ahead for us in building the social value economy."
Guy Battle, CEO and Founder of Social Value Portal
The Freedom Hub
The Freedom Hub is Australia's only lifelong recovery hub for survivors of modern slavery. As our chosen Modern Slavery training partner, they equip your business to meet compliance obligations and lead with integrity.
Through Social Traders, our members can access their Advisory Services, Incident Response & Remediation, Compliance Training, and Risk Reviews - all survivor-informed and built to protect people in your supply chain.
"We’re delighted to partner with Social Traders as it strengthens our commitment to business for good and to driving slavery out of supply chains. With over 16 year's experience working directly with survivors of modern slavery, we bring credibility and the knowledge to further facilitate the development of a sustainable, human rights focused social enterprise sector."
Sally Irwin, Founder and CEO of The Freedom Hub
World Commerce & Contracting (WorldCC) and WorldCC Foundation
World Commerce & Contracting is the global authority on commercial and contract management.
WorldCC is the international association for everyone involved in commercial and contract management. The WorldCC Foundation provides free, accessible tools, training, and research to help individuals, businesses, and communities build fair, transparent, and inclusive contracts.
Together, we're championing inclusive sourcing, build shared knowledge, and give organisations the practical tools to embed real social value into their contracts and supply chains. Through joint advocacy and shared platforms, we're amplifying the case for responsible procurement and helping more businesses discover what's possible when commerce and social impact work hand in hand.
"I’m delighted we’re joining forces with Social Traders to drive a meaningful shift in procurement practice that delivers not only economic value but also social and environmental impact. Sustainable or ESG procurement practices aren’t just buzzwords - they’re simply good procurement and commercial practice, full stop."
Sharon Morris, Group Regional Head - APAC, World Commerce & Contracting
Song Hotels
Partner with us
If you believe business can be a force for good and want to create shared value through partnerships, we'd love to hear from you.
Drop us an email and let's start the conversation.