PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
ICSEMIS set to begin ahead of Rio 2016
The sports science conference gathers sports medicine professionals from around the world, this time on the theme: ‘Saying Yes to Diversity in Sport.’
Rio 2016 invites students to ‘Transforma’ programme
Education initiative, in partnership with state government, will see teenagers receive tickets, transport and food.
Australian sports stars “believe” in Paralympians
A new Community Service Announcement features the likes of Steve Waugh and Jarryd Hayne alongside leading Para athletes.
The IPC and Rio 2016 back public led #FillTheSeats campaign for Rio 2016 Paralympics
Global campaign backed by Coldplay to buy Paralympic tickets for Brazilian children reached its target in just 72 hours. Up to 10,000 tickets now available.
Para equestrian: Q&A with Sophie Wells
Get to know the British grade IV rider ahead of Rio 2016.
Michael Johnson: Best and worst moments
From winning gold at Athens 2004 to a car accident just before the World Championships in 2006, Johnson relives his career.
Training Tuesday with the USA’s Rachael Morrison
The discus world champion talks us through how she is preparing for Rio 2016.
Para equestrian: Q&A with Helen Kearney
Get to know the Irish grade 1a rider ahead of Rio 2016.
Panasonic announces finalists for KWN global contest
Seven school finalists were named for the Kid Witness News, with the winners to be named during the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
Paralympic Torch to be lit up by internet users
Hashtags related to the Paralympic and Rio 2016 values and sent by social media users around the world will be used to 'light' the flame virtually.