Connectiong Australiance
"We have to think about the non-digital generation. Getting connected can make a dramatic difference to their lives, but they need assistance." John Galligan, Director, Corporate Affairs, Australia.
Microsoft targets assistance at groups who face challenges in being able to work and communicate online.

  • The WorkVenture’s connect program provides more than 10,000 residents of Sydney public housing estates with online access.
  • In partnership with the Australian Seniors Computer Clubs Association, Microsoft helps over 41,000 older Australians learn online communication.
  • With 38 partners nationwide, the Microsoft Authorised Refurbisher (MAR) program distributes second hand PCs to charities and community groups.
Case Study
Case Study
Case Study
Marvin is helping students in indigenous communities step across the digital divide, bringing their culture and values with them.

Click here to watch a video about Marvin.
Supporting Disadvantaged Australians
Supporting Indigenous Australians
Supporting Senior Australians
Supporting Community
Partners
The ASCCA is the peak body for seniors association in Australia. Find out more.
Yarnteen works with Microsoft through the Unlimited Potential program. Find out more.
Work Ventures believes everyone deserves to have access to computers. Find out more.
Indigenous language saved from extinction using technology
Microsoft application ’Miromaa’ helps preserve and store Awabakal language
Microsoft Australia helps the visually impaired hear the written word
Microsoft and Vision Australia are working together to give blind, sighted or low vision Australian’s access to information to allow them to more fully participate in life.
New Calculator launched to help women assess breast cancer
SeeMyRisk breast cancer calculator assesses the personal risk of women who use Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
Helping people with autism
Microsoft partners with Gold Certified Partner Strategic Data Management to use technology to better assist adults and children who have autism.
Listen Up
In partnership with Yarnteen, Listen UP provided an opportunity for representatives from corporate and Indigenous Australia to explore how we can best support the aspirations of indigenous communities.
Get Help
Get Help
Microsoft receives applications for software donations from not-for-profit organisations. Find out more.