International Paralympic Committee

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International Paralympic Committee, also known as IPC, is a privately owned organization headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1989, it operates primarily in the spectator sports sector, supported by approximately 370 employees. Functioning as a tier 1 media tech buyer, the organization is the global governing body of the Paralympic Movement, with primary responsibilities including supporting its over 200 members, developing Para sport, advocating for social inclusion, ensuring the successful delivery and organization of the Paralympic Games, and acting as the international federation for 10 specific Para sports.

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Founded

1989

Headcount

368

Headquarters

Germany

Primary Segment

Spectator Sports

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Privately Owned

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World Triathlon and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) confirmed the qualification system for para triathletes competing at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games, scheduled for August 15-27, 2028, on June 22, 2026. Earlier in June, on the 3rd, the IPC Leadership Course saw its first class of 19 Paralympians graduate from the Para Athlete Professionals Course, a program designed to prepare athletes for leadership roles within the Paralympic Movement. Previously, on May 27, Paralympic leaders highlighted record viewership across television, streaming, and digital platforms during the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, anticipating an even larger audience for LA 2028. On May 11, Para Armwrestling officially met the IPC's worldwide reach requirement for potential inclusion in the Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games, a development confirmed by the World Armwrestling Federation (WAF). This followed the World Karate Federation's (WKF) participation in the IPC Open Days in Bonn on May 8, an annual event that convenes International Federations (IFs), Recognised International Federations (RIFs), and International Organisations of Sport for the Disabled (IOSDs) to strengthen cooperation.

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Jul

10th

2026

01:00

Funding Activities, B2B Tag, Funding

IWBF and The Hague University Of Applied Sciences Receives IPC Classification Research Grant

IWBF in partnership with the Hague University of Applied Sciences have been awarded an International Paralympic Committee (IPC) Classification Research Grant to carry out a project that will further enhance the integrity, credibility and fairness of Para sport competition.

Iwbf

Jul

8th

2026

01:00

New Offerings, B2B Tag

IPC opens call for application for leadership course

Following the successful completion of its first-ever leadership course for retiring Paralympians in May 2026, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced a call for applications for the second cycle. Aimed at upskilling and equipping participants with leadership skills and career readiness, the Para Athlete Professionals course is part of the IPC’s Sport for Mobility programme.

Paralympic Games

Jun

22nd

2026

06:36

Events, B2B Tag

World Triathlon and the IPC approve the Qualification System for the LA28 Paralympic Games

World Triathlon and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) have confirmed the qualification system that will determine which Para triathletes earn the right to compete at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games, taking place from 15 August to 27 August 2028.

World Triathlon

Jun

3rd

2026

09:42

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IPC Leadership Course Graduates First Class

By Kim Ousley After seven months of training, 19 Paralympians graduated from the International Paralympic Committee’s (IPC) Para Athlete Professionals Course on May 22, 2026, completing a program designed to prepare athletes for leadership roles within the Paralympic Movement and beyond.

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May

27th

2026

07:13

Events, B2B Tag

Paralympic leaders excited about record viewership for Milano Cortina 2026, eye bigger stage at LA 2028

TORONTO – Record audiences across television, streaming, and digital platforms during the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games have positioned the Paralympic Movement for an even larger stage at the LA 2028 Games.

Paralympic Canada

May

11th

2026

12:33

Events, B2B Tag

Para Armwrestling meets IPC worldwide reach requirement for Brisbane 2032

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 11 (ANI): The People's Armwrestling Federation India (PAFI) and the Pro Panja League are delighted to share that Para Armwrestling has officially met the worldwide reach requirement set by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) for inclusion in the Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games, as confirmed by the World Armwrestling Federation (WAF).

Vietnam News.Net

May

8th

2026

02:51

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WKF Strengthens Commitment to Paralympic movement at IPC Open Days in Bonn

The IPC Open Days are an annual event bringing together International Federations (IFs), Recognised International Federations (RIFs) and International Organisations of Sport for the Disabled (IOSDs). The event aims to strengthen cooperation, expand networks and encourage shared learning among members of the Paralympic Movement.

World Karate Federation

Apr

27th

2026

18:30

B2B Tag

UAE athlete Abdulla Mesbahi receives two-year ban for anti-doping rule violation

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has banned Para athletics athlete Abdulla Mesbahi for a period of two years for committing an anti-doping rule violation (ADRV), in breach of the IPC Anti-Doping Code (the Code). The UAE athlete returned an adverse analytical finding (AAF) for a Prohibited Substance in a urine sample provided in-competition on 11 February 2026 during the men’s shot put F54 event at the Dubai 2026 World Para Athletics Grand Prix.

Paralympic Games

Apr

13th

2026

18:30

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Luis Armando Andrade Guillen receives nine-month ban for anti-doping rule violation

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has banned Para swimming athlete Luis Armando Andrade Guillen for a period of nine months for committing an anti-doping rule violation (ADRV), in breach of the IPC Anti-Doping Code (the Code).

Paralympic Games

Apr

1st

2026

18:30

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Ukrainian athlete Nataliia Oliinyk banned three years for anti-doping rule violation

The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has banned Para powerlifting athlete Nataliia Oliinyk for a period of three years for committing an anti-doping rule violation (ADRV), in breach of the IPC Anti-Doping Code. The Ukrainian athlete returned adverse analytical findings (AAFs) for the administration of boldenone and testosterone in a urine sample provided out-of-competition on 27 August 2024 at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.

Paralympic Games

Mar

30th

2026

18:30

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IPC's digital channels enjoy record breaking results for Milano Cortina 2026

The International Paralympic Committee’s (IPC) digital channels enjoyed record breaking results during the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games with the performance of some channels surpassing not just the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games but the whole year of 2024.

Paralympic Games

Mar

25th

2026

18:30

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IPC celebrates 20 years of impactful partnership with Allianz

The International Paralympic Committee and Allianz, the Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Insurance Partner, celebrated 20 years of partnership at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games. Over the past two decades, Allianz’s support has strengthened the growth and impact of the IPC.

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International Paralympic Committee sells broadcasting rights of its 4 aquatics and swimming, winter sports and multi-Sport competitions to 71 companies globally, covering 15 countries. International Paralympic Committee's rights holders include China Media Group. International Paralympic Committee currently holds broadcasting rights for sports competitions including winter sports.

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