PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

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.

Visa Extends Support of Paralympic Games Through 2012
Visa Inc. announced today the renewal of its partnership with the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) through 2012, which includes the 2010 Vancouver Paralympic Winter Games and the 2012 London Paralympic Games.

Annual Reception Looks Ahead to Vancouver
The annual International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Reception last night brought together athletes, representatives from sport, the German government, partners, sponsors and media inside the University Club in Bonn, Germany, for a celebration of achievement, and a look into the New Year 2010.

Greg Hartung Member of 2016 Co-ordination Commission
Bonn, Germany – Yesterday, the composition of the IOC Co-ordination Commission for the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games was officially announced.