Supply Nation is a prominent Australian organisation dedicated to empowering Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs. Established with a focus on fostering economic development for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, Supply Nation serves as the country’s premier directory of verified Indigenous suppliers.

Supply Nation’s primary goal is to create a platform that facilitates connections between Indigenous businesses and potential clients or partners. By establishing a comprehensive directory of Indigenous suppliers, the organisation aims to drive diversity, inclusion, and economic growth within these communities. The organisation is committed to supporting and promoting Indigenous-led enterprises, providing them with opportunities for procurement, partnerships, and business development.

The structure of Supply Nation revolves around its role as an intermediary platform connecting Indigenous businesses with corporations, government agencies, and other organisations seeking to engage with diverse suppliers. The organisation operates as a central hub where Indigenous entrepreneurs can register their businesses, undergo verification, and gain visibility within the broader business landscape.

While the primary focus of Supply Nation is on economic empowerment and business development for Indigenous communities, the organisation indirectly contributes to sustainable finance by promoting diversity and inclusion. Through its activities, Supply Nation helps create a more sustainable and equitable business environment, fostering economic resilience within Indigenous populations.

Supply Nation provides a valuable directory that streamlines the process of identifying and engaging with Indigenous suppliers. This resource is particularly beneficial for corporations and government entities looking to meet diversity and inclusion targets. The organisation offers practical tools and resources for both Indigenous businesses seeking opportunities and potential clients aiming to incorporate diverse suppliers into their supply chains.

• By driving understanding that the purchasing power of businesses can be used to deliver positive social outcomes
• By facilitating connections between Indigenous businesses and our members’ procurement departments
• Through our world-leading 5-step verification (registration, certification and audit) process

In 2009, when Supply Nation was founded (as AIMSC) it was 100% government funded. Over time, we have reduced our reliance on government grant funding with now less than one quarter of our revenue from government grants.

Today, the majority of Supply Nation’s revenue comes from our membership fees from corporate and government organisations and fee-for-service work with government and others.