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PARALYMPIC AND PARA SPORTS NEWS
#IDSDP2015: Colombia bounces back
Focusing in on the most vulnerable areas of Colombia where living with an impairment can present huge challenges, Colombia have identified new athletes to expand their para-sport team.
Ellie Simmonds: My top five career moments
From qualifying for Durban 2006 to winning gold in front of home crowds at London 2012, Great Britain’s four-time Paralympic champion Simmonds has a lot to be proud of.
NPC Germany organises Talent Days for youngsters
The youth organisation of NPC Germany is looking to provide para-sport opportunities to youngsters with an impairment.
Australia's Curtis McGrath counts down to 2015 Para-canoe World Championship
The 2014 world champion in V1 paracanoe (TA), is looking to defend his title at this August's event in Milan, Italy.
#100daystogo: Mullen urges home crowd support
Glasgow’s own Andrew Mullen on why fans should turn out for the 2015 IPC Swimming World Championships from 13 July.
#100daystogo: Simmonds ready to lay down marker
Great Britain’s Eleanor Simmonds on her preparations, rivals and home support ahead of the 2015 IPC Swimming World Championships in Glasgow, Great Britain.
#100daystogo: Best storylines for Glasgow 2015
The 2015 IPC Swimming World Championships in 100 days’ time will feature 650 athletes from 50 countries for the most important competition ahead of Rio 2016.
US names Toronto 2015 swimming team
Twenty-member roster for the 2015 Parapan American Games taking place from 7-15 August includes five Paralympians.
Sedakov aiming to dance his way onto the podium
Russia’s innovative singles Europeans silver medallist will use the upcoming Kazakhstan Open as a springboard to achieve his ultimate aim for 2015.
New coach hopes to take Danes to Rio
Denmark are aiming for a top two finish at September’s IWRF European Championships in order to qualify for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
NPC Portugal appoints Oliveira as Chef de Mission for Rio 2016
The Secretary General of NPC Portugal will lead the Portuguese team at the Rio 2016 Paralympics.
Deutsche Telekom extends partnership with NPC Germany
Telekom promotes more respect and recognition for athletes with an impairment
Sport for All in Iran
"Social Participation, Fun and Empowerment" aims to get more people with an impairment active in Iran to enhance social integration.
Sport England backs sport for people with an impairment
The English Federation of Disability Sport will benefit from over two million British pounds worth of funding over the next two years.
Belgium aim for European goalball title to secure Rio 2016 berth
With Rio 2016 fast approaching the Belgium men’s goalball team have two chances to qualify this year.
Varazdin, Croatia, to stage the European Para Youth Games 2015 this July
The event between 16-19 July 2015 will feature competition in athletics, boccia, swimming, table tennis and sitting volleyball
Vote now for the Allianz Athlete of the Month – March 2015
The public has until Thursday 9 April to vote for their favourite from the six candidates.
Ripa on Summer, Winter Paralympic Games experiences
An insight into the mind of the Swedish cross-country skiing Paralympic champion who had a former career as a swimmer.
Media accreditation for the 2015 IPC Powerlifting Americas Open Championships now open
Media are advised that accreditation is now open at www.paralympic.org/mexico-city-2015/media.
US team unveiled for swimming Worlds
A 25-strong contingent of Paralympians and new talent will compete at the 2015 IPC Swimming World Championships in Glasgow, Great Britain.