'All about ability' - How the Paralympic Movement is maintaining momentum
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- čas přidán 1. 12. 2013
- The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has launched a video called "All about ability" to mark the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This year's day is themed "Break Barriers, Open Doors: for an inclusive society and development for all". The day provides an opportunity to further raise awareness about accessibility with the ultimate goal or removing barriers and enabling equal participation for all persons with an impairment. The IPC's video celebrates the contributions made by para-athletes as agents of change and development in the communities in which they live. It expresses the IPC's aspiration that the performances and incredible stories of athletes teach the values of acceptance and appreciation for people with an impairment, contributing to the development of a more equitable society with respect and equal opportunities for all individuals. In naming the film "All about ability", the IPC focuses on the abilities of athletes rather than their disabilities. "Your performances will inspire and excite the world," IPC President Sir Philip Craven says in the film. "You will not just inspire a generation, but many generations to come." The film looks back on the history of the Paralympic Movement and celebrates the milestones achieved so far in terms of athlete participation, development of sporting events, increased commercial support and media coverage. It ends with the call to action that "Together we are spreading a message of respect and equal opportunity for all individuals." he International Paralympic Committee (IPC) is the global governing body of the Paralympic Movement. Its purpose is to organise the summer and winter Paralympic Games and act as the International Federation for nine sports, supervising and coordinating World Championships and other competitions. The vision of the IPC, run by 200 members, is 'To enable Paralympic athletes to achieve sporting excellence and inspire and excite the world.'
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I think the Paralympics are amazing. Just like normal athletes impress us what the human body can do at the regular Olympics, people overcome their disabilities and show the world what you can do with an imprefect body. They work just as hard and are just as determinded to win. At the Paralympics there are no disabled people, there are only athletes. I have the absolute greatest respect for everyone working towards their goals and competing in these events.
Check out this inspiring film celebrating the incredible abilities of Paralympic athletes. Together, we can create a more inclusive society for all. #ThisAbitility
This brought tears to my eyes.
These aren't people with disabilities.
They are people with abilities.
NEGU you guys.
Congrats to all of you for what you have accomplished. You are such an inspiration to people with or without disabilities.
NEGU - Never ever give up.
We have come so far and will continue to amaze even ourselves!!
Photos were only black and white in my day. No video, only film and not much of that. Performances continue to amaze the world!!
#ThrowbackThursday The IPC launched its new vision in 2003: “To enable Paralympic athletes to achieve sporting excellence and inspire and excite the world”. Find out more about the IPC here >> bit.ly/1CV5p1a
The paralympians are my main motivation to work and train harder to become an athlete. They may be missing their limbs, their sense of sight or sound, or they could even be mentally challenged. But they're still pushing themselves and working hard to succeed despite facing so many difficulties. If they can do that, why can't I, as an able - bodied person, do the same thing? Thank you, paralympians. Thank you.
Thank you! Images better than words!
Love this! Bravo!
cool event.. I'm attending it now in Qatar.. such an inspiration for all people
Incredibly moving and inspiring!
What are the various soundtracks used in this video?
Thank you for sharing this gem!
Just a shame we didn't make a big fuss when it came home back in 2012.
all i can say is it's about damn time! i still remember being insulted by the 2 minute clip of the paralympic games i saw in the 90s.
What year did the paralympics games begin in Stoke Mandeville and 1948
❤this truly inspired me
give me SPORTS....I shall show you ABILITY......!!
What is the name of the inventor of the people of determination riyal?
It is a shame that we are unable to share these moments on television.
Sean VanGerena More and more broadcasters are showing it on TV. London was seen by a cumulative TV audience of 3.8 billion. It's just a matter of time :)
Thank you!
+Sean VanGerena Its improving, while I feel the BBC did a better job covering the olympics, Chan 4 did a really good job. Just bbc has extras that added to the viewing experience. Im just spoilt I suppose..lol :-)
And was Atos (the infamous Disability Deniers) involved in this in any way?
cool
What was the sport with the guy rolling the unbouncy small balls at 0:20?
That sport is boccia.
thanks
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