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Paralympic Partnerships

Key pillars for the Growth of the Paralympic Movement

WORLDWIDE PARTNERS

The Worldwide Paralympic Partners receive the highest level of sponsorship recognition, granting category-exclusive marketing rights to the Summer and Winter Paralympic Games.

Worldwide Paralympic Partners play a crucial role in advancing the Paralympic Movement such as:

  • Activating marketing rights as well as raising awareness and visibility of the Paralympic Movement.
  • Purpose-driven campaigns and content creation about the Paralympic Movement.
  • Providing essential products, services, and technology for staging the Paralympic Games.
  • Activations that enhance the spectator and athlete experience during the Paralympic Games.
  • Supporting grassroots, educational and development programmes.
  • Supporting athlete training and development during the Paralympic Games.

The Worldwide Paralympic Partnerships are a result of an agreement with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) when the 'One Bid, One City' policy was renewed in 2021. The extension of the agreement until 2032 underscores a long-term commitment to shared goals, operational synergies, and enhanced visibility of the Paralympic Games through shared venues, services, and the use of Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) as the host broadcaster. The agreement aims to elevate the Paralympic brand, strengthen its global reach, and ensure the long-term success of the Games and the broader Paralympic Movement.

The IPC and IOC supports the local Organizing Committees (OCOGs) to develop and delivery a domestic marketing programme that engages partners with the Paralympic Games.

PARTNER-LED ATHLETE SUPPORT PROGRAMMES

From financial aid, skill development, career opportunities and more, Worldwide Paralympic Partners offer a number of initiatives that support Para athletes beyond the field of play. Whether an athlete preparing to compete for the first time at the Paralympic Games or transitioning to athletic retirement, resources are available to support the journey. To learn more about current programmes and resources available, please visit the Partner-led Athlete Support Programmes page.

FAQ

Worldwide Paralympic Partners are the partners entitled to associate with the Paralympic Games. Local Organizing Committees (OCOGs) are permitted to engage domestic partners in marketing categories not covered by the Worldwide Paralympic Partners, allowing for tailored national sponsorship opportunities.

Yes, through a Commercial Agreement between the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), Worldwide Olympic Partners are also granted commercial rights to associate with the IPC and the Paralympic Games.

If you are interested in becoming a Worldwide Paralympic Partner please contact the IOC.

If you are interested in becoming a partner of specific edition of the Paralympic Games please contact the respective Organizing Committee.