PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
#WePlayTogether: Iranian female Para athletes break down barriers
Paralympic champions Javanmardidodmani, Nemati pave the pathway toward equality in their country and the world.
#WePlayTogether: Rwanda featured in UN photo exhibition
In celebration of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, the exhibition highlights what the UN and players all around the world do to harness the power of sport.
Cheri Blauwet confirmed as VISTA 2017 keynote speaker
The Paralympic medallist-turned-medical professional will talk on the importance of engaging all people with an impairment.
#WePlayTogether: Changing perceptions, accessibility
As part of the celebrations for International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, the IPC looks back at the impact the Paralympic Games have had on communities.
Italy’s Para ice hockey team gets new addition
Eusebiu Antochi will join the ranks of his new country for the 2017 World Para Ice Hockey Championships.
Paredes motivated after a satisfying season
After a top three finish in both the banked slalom and snowboard-cross World Cup, the Spanish snowboarder is ready for PyeongChang 2018.
APC seeks inclusion of Para sport at 2019 Arafura Games
NPC Australia is leading the call for Para sports in the multi-sporting event’s programme.
Peacock looking to shush crowd once more at London 2017
The double Paralympic champion issues a rallying cry for fans to buy tickets for his tilt at sprint glory on 16 July.
Q&A with new IPC Athletes’ Council Chairperson Chelsey Gotell
Canadian Paralympic swimmer talks about her experience and priorities in giving Para athletes a louder voice within the Movement.
The IPC commended by WADA for Rio 2016 anti-doping programme
WADA’s Independent Observer Team said the IPC’s anti-doping programme achieved a number of positive outcomes in the face of challenging circumstances.