World Spinal Cord Injury Day 2025

September 5 is World Spinal Cord Injury Day. Today, we share a story that highlights our team member living with a spinal cord injury, and the incredible work of our partners from Spinal Cord Injuries Australia (SCIA).

Through this collaboration, we are proud to offer meaningful career pathways for people with spinal cord injuries and other conditions. Ben, a valued member of our Image Review team, is one of those individuals. His journey is a testament to resilience and the profound sense of purpose that comes from working to make our roads safer.

Read Ben’s full story in the article below to learn how his role at Acusensus has provided both purpose and flexibility. His experience shows how every person contributes to our shared mission of saving lives and creating a more inclusive community.

For Ben, a member of the Image Review team, the role at Acusensus is more than just a job, it’s part of his journey that has been defined by resilience. Following an accident 23 years ago, Ben became a quadriplegic, an experience that was difficult to adjust to, especially in country NSW. He was referred to Acusensus by his friend, now colleague, who shared a similar spinal injury and shared a city with Ben, which allows Ben to now find immense value in a career that offers both purpose and flexibility.

Ben emphasised the significance of the opportunity to return to the workforce. Having lived an active life involving surf clubs and Ironman competitions, he strongly desired to remain productive and demonstrate his continued capabilities – “You want to show that we’re useful, we still got the same brains, you know,” Ben Shared. This drive was especially significant given the difficulties he faced in securing employment following his accident.

When asked about his favourite aspects of being an Image Reviewer, Ben highlights three key things – first is the flexibility and the ability to work from home, which is crucial for his daily routine. He notes that as a quadriplegic, he has a morning routine that involves personal care, meaning “we’re losing two hours in the morning. So, if we’ve got flexibility, we can do a bit of reviewing [at other times].”

The second thing Ben likes the most about his role is his sense of purpose. He said viewing offences first hand allows him to gain a perspective, understanding that we are sharing the road with someone’s loved ones. “We’re preventing that,” Ben said, referring to the injuries and fatalities caused by distracted driving.

Finally, Ben cherishes the “mateship” and camaraderie with the Image Review team, which extends beyond work tasks. This supportive environment, combined with the profound knowledge that his work saves lives, makes his role feel like a deeply rewarding experience.