PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

The untold story of 1964 Paralympic Games
The 'Unofficial Opening Ceremony' saw about 480 athletes from all 47 prefectures of Japan gather to compete across 36 events.

Ahmed reaches Online World Cup Finals
Egyptian Paralympic medallist wins social media voting to join the other eight finalists on 17 November

'End of the World' discovers Para ice hockey
In southernmost tip of Argentina, national able-bodied ice hockey team goaltender creates sticks and sledges to grow a new sport

New initiative to bring more race officials to the circuit
Federation holds online session targeting better geographic and gender representation

The IPC seek 2021 General Assembly host
In addition to the elections for the roles of IPC President, Vice President and 10 Board Members, a series of other activities will also take place in the chosen host city ahead of the 2021 General Assembly.

Hear my voice: Amy Marren talks limb difference and #NotAWitch
Paralympic swimming medallist talks about WarnerBros’ latest movie ‘The Witches’ negative portrayal of limb deficiencies

Peter Pal Kiss feels lucky to have found Para sport
Hungarian Para canoeist not only overcomes water phobia, but also slow battle of acceptance

UTS World Virtual Youth Festival finalists revealed
Expert panel of judges votes on who advances in the U12 and U18 categories of the IPC 'Inclusive Sports' Challenge

World Para Powerlifting joins new Kit Us Out campaign
#ItStarsWithKit shares stories about how a piece of kit helped athletes and invites donations to equip those impacted by the pandemic

IPC provides global reference on accessibility
Recently revised Accessibility Guide offers design guidelines and best practices in making an inclusive Games