Vision/Mission/History

Vision

A society without barriers for people with spinal cord injury.

Mission

Our constant innovation creates independence and unlimited opportunity for people living with spinal cord injury.

Strategic Goals

1. To position Spinal Cord Injuries Australia as the recognised leader in all matters relating to spinal cord injury

2. To advance the rights, choices and entitlements of people living with a disability

3. To do whatever it takes to create and maintain relevant services for people with spinal cord injury and similar conditions

By 30 June 2013, we will:

• Better understand the characteristics and needs of people living with SCI
• Develop and implement innovative services to respond to those needs
• Change many lives through our innovative transition and respite services
• Expand our Peer Support, Employment, Walk On and Regional services
• Leverage our current social enterprise expertise into new areas
• Raise the profile and understanding of both spinal cord injury and Spinal Cord Injuries Australia with all relevant stakeholders
• Significantly increase our member numbers and member engagement
• Grow our fundraising capability and partnerships to sustain future operations
• Invest in our people and infrastructure to remain an employer of choice

Early history

Since being formed as the Australian Quadriplegic Association in September 1967 to provide suitable accommodation for young people with severe spinal cord injuries, Spinal Cord Injuries Australia has expanded its services as the need and opportunity arose. These services have been extended to include all people with severe physical disabilities.

Our Organisational History