PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

IPC and UNESCO to host International Disability Inclusion Conference
World experts on disability inclusion to discuss how Para sport can be a catalyst to advance the rights and opportunities of persons with disabilities

IPC appoints Kyodo News as Recognised News Agency
Japanese agency to create comprehensive coverage of the Paris 2024 Paralympics

Many nations vying for podium spots in Para swimming
Para swimming allows a huge range of nations to compete and go for a medal with 141 events at Paris 2024

Refugee athlete and guide united in Paralympic gold quest
Vision-impaired sprinter Guillaume Junior Atangana will carry the flag for the Refugee Paralympic Team with high hopes at the Paris 2024 Paralympics

Can anyone break Asian dominance of Para badminton?
Chinese and Japanese shuttlers predicted to thrive again as this sport makes its second appearance at the Paralympics – but will face hot competition from the hosts

TV Media Sport secure media rights in Sub-Saharan Africa
Agreement brings together Free to Air broadcasters from more than 30 countries

China stand out in strong Para archery field
China's Chen Minyi hopes to break her own records despite a competitive field at Paris 2024 Para archery

Paralympic Torch arrives in France
One day after the Paralympic Flame was lit in Stoke Mandeville, the Torch travelled through the Channel Tunnel on its way to a 12-city tour

Five facts about the Paralympic Village
Ahead of the opening of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, here are some interesting details you might not know about the Paralympic Village

Refugee Paralympic Team set to shine
Largest Refugee team ever for a Paralympics will compete across six sports in the French capital