PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Women with headscarfs lined up

The Iranian women’s sitting volleyball team qualified for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games for the very first time, after reaching the final at the Incheon 2014 Asian Para Games.

A picture of a man without his right leg preparing himself to a swimming race

Events will be held in all five continents next year as the sport gears up for its Paralympic debut at Rio 2016.

Group shot of around 20 people

The Agitos Foundation has been named as a nominee in the Best Disability Sports Contributor category for the Ghana Sports Excellence Awards 2014.

Two men jumping on the podium

The Spanish para-alpine skier and his guide were presented with the gold medal of the “Real Order of the Sporting Excellence” for their achievements at La Molina 2013.

Margaret Talbot

Former Chair of the IPC Education Committee passed away on Tuesday 2 December.

Women in racing wheelchair

Swiss para-athlete of the year to be announced on 14 December.

Man on a bike in racing suit, racing on a track

Czech world champion received prestigious award from the Czech Cycling Federation

The being Active in the UK guide supports more English people with an impairment to enjoy an active lifestyle.

Published ahead of the International Day of Disabled People, the guide aims to get more people with an impairment in England active.

Man in wheelchair, holding tennis racket in triumphing pose

Six athletes including world and European champions have been shortlisted for November’s accolade

Biathlon Vuokatti

Winter sport dominates December’s schedule but sailing and para-badminton events will also be held.