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World Para Swimming's ITO Tony Ward awarded British Empire Medal
Volunteer International Technical Official and Technical Delegate for Paris 2024 recognised for his services to swimming and Para swimming in his country
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Open Water Cup returns to Sardinia in September
Italian island to host second edition of the World Para Swimming open water race following successful inaugural event last year in San Teodoro
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WeThe15 podcast launched to highlight issues of representation
The nine-part ‘WeThe15: Access All Areas’ podcast features key actors in the disability rights space and highlights the issues of lack of representation, engaging with decision-makers and DEI leaders presenting suitable solutions
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Paralympic Australia welcomes record government investment into Para sport
Enhanced classification opportunities, access to fit-for-purpose training environments, and specialised coaching and performance support will be among the key priorities the new Paralympic funding will target
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Giant Paralympic Agitos revealed on the Arc de Triomphe
The Paralympic symbol has been installed in the iconic monument in Paris, the first host city to display it before the start of the Olympic Games
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Para climbing to be included in the LA28 Paralympic Games
Following a thorough evaluation by LA28, the IPC Governing Board approved the Organising Committee’s proposal to include Para climbing into the 2028 Paralympic Games
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about the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games
The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, which will take place between 28 August and 8 September, will bring together as many as 4,400 athletes from around the world. The athletes will compete in 549 medal events across 22 sports, taking the spotlight at some of Paris' most iconic landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, the Chateau de Versailles and the Grand Palais.
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Tickets for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games are available on the Paris 2024 ticketing website: Paris 2024 Ticket