Understanding the Social Procurement Framework –Why, how and what’s next for your organisation!

Social Traders and Kinaway Chamber of Commerce welcome you to join us as we bring together local business and government members, social enterprise and Aboriginal business, to help you understand why the Social Procurement Framework is in place, outcomes the Government is looking for, and bring awareness to the Victorian Government expectations.

Throughout the event, we will be discussing social enterprise, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business and social enterprise procurement in the Victoria region, sharing stories of success and challenge.

Why you should attend:

The importance of the Social Procurement Framework (SPF) and the long-term goals it's aiming to achieve
how your organisation can leverage your spend to meet and exceed SPF requirements
next steps and tools available to help you engage your team in implementing and embedding social procurement successfully
discover how the innovative Victorian Social Procurement Framework was designed to generate community impacts.
learn how to maximise your existing procurement spend to meet and exceed policy requirements.
receive tools and tips on how to engage your organisation in the currency of social value.
be guided through the practical steps and strategies involved to set up your team for success.
network with likeminded businesses and organisations

Who should attend:

Individuals and professionals eager to gain a deeper understanding of the SPF
those looking for insights into social procurement and champion 'business for good'
managers and leaders who work in social procurement (e.g. social procurement advisers or managers, executive assistants, human resources, office management, diversity and inclusion teams or working groups are also welcome)
anyone looking to explore the impact of social enterprise and Aboriginal business

Attendees will be a mixture of certified and non-certified social enterprises, business and government members, government departments, agencies and local council, local businesses interested in social procurement, and Aboriginal businesses.   

Who are Social Traders and Kinaway Chamber of Commerce?

Social Traders are for all the businesses putting people and planet first – business at its best. As a leading industry body, they’ve been building a thriving social enterprise sector since 2008. A national social enterprise certifier and a trailblazer in social procurement - unlocking business for good to create a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable economy.

Kinaway is a Chamber of Commerce and peak body representing certified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander business in Victoria. A registered charity who provide business support and advice, helping improve visibility and networks, strengthen relationships and create opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses across Victoria.

Places are limited, catering will be provided - Registration is essential and will close at 10am the day prior unless booked out. Contact our events team with any questions events@socialtraders.com.au

Victorian Social Procurement Framework | Tuesday 18 March 2025

Choose your tickets

Social Traders Member ticket

Kinaway Member ticket

Kinaway & Social Traders Member ticket

Non-Member business & government ticket