Social Procurement Week Aug 31st - Sept 4th 2026
We are very excited to be launching Australia’s inaugural Social Procurement Week
From 31 August to 4 September 2026, Social Procurement Australasia, the Social Procurement Network and a range of key partners are bringing the sector together for a week of celebration, advocacy, and action, to:
Raise the profile and promote the activities and outcomes of Social Procurement
Activate stakeholders and build energy and pride in what has been achieved, and what is possible.
Celebrate the work of Indigenous Businesses, social enterprises, Australian Disability Enterprises, employers, procurers, intermediaries and partners in delivering incredible outcomes for so many.
Ensure social procurement is firmly on the agenda, demonstrating to decision-makers what’s working, where barriers exist, and what improvements are needed to continue to deliver sustainable outcomes for our most vulnerable communities.
Our Partners
Full Program at a Glance
21 confirmed events across five days, from tender readiness workshops to site visits and network gatherings. Some run online, some on the ground — in Melbourne, Geelong, Frankston, Ballarat, Dandenong and Brisbane.
In person — site visits, showcases, forums and network events
Webinar / Online — join from anywhere
Confirmed as at 31 August 2026. More events are being confirmed — check back or sign up for updates.
A range of events are being planned over the week including: webinars, thought leadership forums, local showcases, and a Social Procurement Network get together. More info as event details confirmed.
Local Showcase Events: We are inviting social enterprises, Aboriginal Business, Project Managers, Councils and communities to host local events:
Practical, place-based demonstrations of social procurement in action, enabling Ministers, government stakeholders, buyers, executives and local government representatives to observe activity and outcomes firsthand.
The events will seek to showcase live or on-site examples of social enterprise, Aboriginal Businesses, and employment programs supporting participation in procurement supply chains, highlighting employment, capability building and community impact.
To get involved please complete this EOI: Social Procurement Week EOI Form and/or contact:
- Rochelle Wallens 0492 814 673 rochelle.wallens@gmail.com
- Chris Newman 0412 318 384 cjnewman1966@gmail.com
- Rebecca Lee 0433 152 301 rebeccajxlee@gmail.com