PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
USADA Launches Anti-Doping Campaign
The United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has launched a wide-reaching campaign called “I COMPETE CLEAN because…” which aims to encourage athletes and fans of all ages to take a proactive stand for clean and healthy competition.
Wheelchair Dance Sport STC Meets in Bonn
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Wheelchair Dance Sport Technical Committee (STC) conducted its annual meeting in Bonn, Germany.
New Governing Board Elected at Assembly of the African Region
The African Sports Confederation of Disabled (ASCOD) has elected a new Governing Board (GB) at its General Assembly which took place on 24 January.
USA Conference to Promote Paralympic Sport
Final preparations are underway for the 2010 Developing Amazing Leaders Paralympic Conference in Colorado Springs, USA, which is aimed at building up Paralympic Sport programmes across the country.
IPC Powerlifting Committee Meets in Bonn
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Powerlifting Sport Technical Committee (STC) conducted its first meeting this year in Bonn, Germany.
Rwanda Honours Journalists for Paralympic Coverage
The National Paralympic Committee (NPC) of Rwanda has officially honoured major media contributors to the Paralympic Movement for the year 2009.