IPC's I’mPOSSIBLE programme reaches over 28,000 students in Italy
A special event was held at a primary school in Cortina d’Ampezzo to conclude the International Paralympic Committee’s (IPC) I’mPOSSIBLE programme in Italy 12 Mar 2026
Over 28,000 students from more than 350 schools participated in the International Paralympic Committee’s (IPC) I’mPOSSIBLE education programme in Italy. Launched in 2025 by Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 and Procter & Gamble (P&G), a Worldwide Partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, more than 1,400 classes were reached by the end of the programme.
To conclude the programme, a special event was held at a primary school in Cortina d’Ampezzo where 140 pupils participated. Two-time Paralympian and Italian Para swimming star Carlotta Gilli spoke to students about her paths to sport. Also present at the event were Marilea Biancorosso and Daniela Cappello, P&G Communications; Domenico De Maio, Education and Culture Director of Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026; and Kiriah Walters, Partnership Services Manager and Ludovica Tramontin, Memberships Coordinator at the IPC.
Promoted by Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 as part of their Gen26 programme, the I'mPOSSIBLE programme aims to provide six to 18-year-old students with a greater knowledge and understanding of inclusion, Paralympic sports, the Paralympic Movement, and its transformational impact on society. The programme also provides teachers with hands-on recommendation on how to make physical education inclusive. Its translation and rollout was made possible with the support of P&G Italia.
IPC President Andrew Parsons said: “I am so proud that thanks to the support of Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026 Italy is the 42nd country where the I’mPOSSIBLE programme has been rolled out.
“Teaching the next generation and its future leaders about the importance of sport and inclusion will be the difference in breaking barriers faced by the 1.3 million children and persons with disability. We are so proud that this is yet another legacy of the Milano Cortina 2026 Games.”
Domenico De Maio, Education and Culture Director at Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026, said: “Education is one of the most powerful legacies the Games can leave. Schools are often where children first encounter difference and learn how to understand and value it. Through the I’mPOSSIBLE programme, educators are equipped with the tools to turn that moment into one of understanding and respect — helping to build a culture of inclusion that extends far beyond the classroom.”
Riccardo Calvi, Head of Communications for P&G Italy, said: “Bringing the I'mPOSSIBLE programme to Italy one year ahead of the Paralympics means making our commitment to an education that prioritizes inclusion, respect, and equal opportunities even more tangible.
“The testimony of an extraordinary athlete like Carlotta Gilli shows young people that talent is just the beginning of a journey built on daily dedication.”
Originally launched in 2017 in Japan, I’mPOSSIBLE is the IPC’s education toolkit and provides schools with teaching resources, lesson plans, worksheets and inspirational videos to teachers and learners. It is available for use by National Paralympic Committees and Paralympic Games Organising Committees.
