Promoting Digital Inclusion
At WorkVentures, we are passionate about bridging the digital divide. We strive to ensure that all Australians have equal opportunities to access technology. We support individuals and organisations around the country by providing affordable devices, connectivity and technical support.
In our IT Solutions department, we refurbish pre-owned corporate devices and sell them at affordable prices. We also provide six months of warranty and ongoing technical support.
![Advice of the night from the 44th President of the United States - Barak Obama: "Focus on what you can do, not who you want to be. The effort of doing good work will often get you to where you want to be quicker." "Angela Merkel was a little suspicious of my flashy rhetoric and speech making, which is probably a good trait in a German leader. Charisma and flashy rhetoric hasn't always worked out too well in Germany!" "In our society, there's a lot of chasing the brass ring, to be a doctor, lawyer, or corporate CEO. But if you focus too much on the destination, even when you reach it, you won't know why you're there. This can explain a lot of bad politicians. "You have to think of your time in office as a relay. You do what you can, make a start, so that others may pick it up and carry it on. To quote MLK, you might reach the mountain peak, and glimpse the promised land, but you won't get there. Your children, future generations will." Highs & lows of his time in office: - Obamacare, which has helped the approx population of Australia access health care without having to mortgage their home (bye bye Breaking Bad) - Comforting the families of 6yo gunned down at school, while congress refused to legislate gun control - "Saving the world economy. That was pretty good too." Plus, "a slight interruption" is my new favourite way to refer to the Trump administration](https://workventures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Australians-Face-Digital-Exclusion.png)
Australians Face Digital Exclusion
With the world becoming increasingly reliant on technology, it is of great importance that all people and organisations are able to access the digital world.
1 in 4 Australians are digitally excluded, which means that they do not have the same opportunities as those with regular access to technology.
Organisations that lack digital literacy fall behind. In 2021, 47% of not-for-profits were not satisfied with the way they used technology.
Our Solution: Bridging the Digital Divide
At WorkVentures, we believe every individual and organisation deserves the chance to have access to the digital world, IT skills, and necessary support to achieve their goals.
We collaborate with our corporate partners to enable individuals and not-for-profits to gain access to affordable, reliable IT solutions and ongoing tech support.
For over 40 years, WorkVentures has supported communities and organisations with a range of IT Solutions, including:
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Bespoke digital inclusion packages
tailored to underserved communities.
Affordable laptops & PCs
with six months of free warranty and ongoing technical support.
IT managed services
for not-for-profit organisations.
Cyber security services
for NFP organisations.
Our Social Impact
Since 2000, we have distributed 100,000 technology packs to individuals and communities that otherwise couldn’t afford them, including:
- students
- people looking for work
- Aboriginal young people
- seniors & people in social housing
- people with disabilities
We provide six months of ongoing technical support to the individuals and organisations we support. In the past 23 years:
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Tech calls answered
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Hours spent on support calls & messages
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Support emails addressed
Learn More about our iT solutions
Affordable Laptops and PCs
Reliable, Low-Cost Technology Are you looking to purchase a low-cost,
Digital Inclusion Packages
Technology to Support Your Community Does your organisation support an
IT Solutions
Promoting Digital Inclusion At WorkVentures, we are passionate about bridging
Managed Services for NFPs
Managed Services for Not-For-Profits Are you a not-for-profit, social enterprise
What Our Partners Say about us
Anglicare NQ partnered with WorkVentures for our cyber security journey. The process was productive, comprehensive and extremely informative. The affordability of the program takes into account the budget restraints faced by NGOs. We look forward to continuing the journey.
![Liz Colahan](https://workventures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Liz-Anglicare-Edited-300x300.png)
Liz Colahan
Anglicare North Queensland - CEO
KPMG collaborated with WorkVentures for Laptops for Lifelong Learning campaign to provide 178 high school students with refurbished laptops and technical support. WorkVentures provided digital skills development to address students' digital literacy needs. We hope to continue our impactful relationship with WorkVentures.
![Julia Bain](https://workventures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Julia-KPMG-Edited-300x300.png)
Julia Bain
KPMG Australia - Manager, Corporate Citizenship
The Smith Family collaborated with WorkVentures for laptop delivery and technical support to help students access technology. WorkVentures understood our needs and the challenges faced by families. Their efficient processes enabled us to help thousands of students access technology, while we focused on helping families.
![Doug Taylor](https://workventures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Doug-TSF-Edited-300x300.png)
Doug Taylor
The Smith Family - CEO
WorkVentures is one of Westpac’s longest partners in the technology space. They have experience and passion and are a trusted partner for device donations and digital inclusion initiatives.
![Paul McKenna](https://workventures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Paul-Westpac-Edited-300x300.png)
Paul McKenna
Westpac - Head of Digital Workplace & Contact Centre Platforms
WorkVentures' performance is excellent. They deliver quality, reliable IT solutions. As our needs evolve, I am confident WorkVentures will continue to develop new solutions that work for us.
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David Hetherington
Public Education Foundation - Former CEO
We value partnerships with organisations that share similar values and beliefs to ours, and I thank you for your work to build a solid partnership that has resulted in so many of our GO Scholars being supported through affordable technology.
![Charlene Davison](https://workventures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/1618988829774-300x300.jpg)
Charlene Davison
GO Foundation - CEO
Thank you very much for the great partnership we have developed at WorkVentures.
We have really valued the support that WorkVentures has given us.
![Allegra Spender](https://workventures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/ABCN-300x300.png)
Allegra Spender
ABCN - Former CEO