PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS

Young Para athletes gather for training sessions that will help their future careers.

Three new modules for Proud Paralympian were piloted during workshops and activities at the Sao Paulo 2017 Youth Parapans.

Sitting volleyball players

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.

Two delgates speak at a conference

The Paralympic medallist-turned-medical professional will talk on the importance of engaging all people with an impairment.

Agitos representation during the Beijing Opening Ceremony

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.

Para ice hockey players on the ice

Eusebiu Antochi will join the ranks of his new country for the 2017 World Para Ice Hockey Championships.

Astrid Fina Paredes - Para-snowboard - Sochi 2014 Winter Paralympic Games

After a top three finish in both the banked slalom and snowboard-cross World Cup, the Spanish snowboarder is ready for PyeongChang 2018.

Kristy Pond competing at the 2011 Arafura Games

NPC Australia is leading the call for Para sports in the multi-sporting event’s programme.

Blind man on podium shakes his gold medal near his ear

The six-time Paralympic champion and war veteran is using his experience with Para sport to give back.

Woman in wheelchair carries Iranian flag during Opening Ceremony

Paralympic champions Javanmardidodmani, Nemati pave the pathway toward equality in their country and the world.

Sally Pilbeam - Triathlon - Australia

The Australians will race head-to-head in the opening World Para Triathlon Series.