PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

More Information on Re-Inclusion of ID Athletes in Paralympic Sport
In November 2009, the IPC General Assembly voted in favour of the reinclusion of Athletes with Intellectual Impairment in the London 2012 Paralympic Games and beyond.

Guangzhou Asia Para Games Only One Year Away
Co-ordination Commission Meeting of the Guangzhou 2010 Asia Para Games was held in Guangzhou, China from 10-11 December.

Paralympic School Day Returns to Spain
La Molina, Spain, kicked off its second Paralympic School Day last week with 100 eager children participating in the educational programme. Organized by La Molina, this is the fourth Paralympic School Day to take place in Spain this year.

Sochi Launches New Paralympic Emblem at Paralympic Winter Day in Moscow
Today, the Sochi 2014 Organizing Committee officially presented its new Paralympic brand and emblem at a press conference followed by a sport event on Red Square to celebrate Russia's first ever Paralympic Winter Day.

VANOC Names Honorary Mayors for Athletes' Villages in 2010
Eight Canadians have been named volunteer honorary mayors to welcome athletes from around the world