International Paralympic Committee
Andrew Parsons has extensive experience in leadership roles within the Paralympic movement. Since November 2009, Andrew has served as President of the International Paralympic Committee, also holding positions as Vice-president and Governing Board Member. From March 2001 to March 2017, Andrew was the President of the Brazilian Paralympic Committee and previously served as Secretary General. Additionally, Andrew was President of the Americas Paralympic Committee from October 2005 to October 2009. Educationally, Andrew holds a Bachelor's degree in Communication from Universidade Federal Fluminense, completed in 2001.
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International Paralympic Committee
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The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) is the global governing body of the Paralympic Movement. Its primary responsibilities are to support our 200 plus members, develop Para sport and advocate social inclusion, ensure the successful delivery and organisation of the Paralympic Games and act as the international federation for 6 Para sports. Founded on 22 September 1989 as a non-profit organisation, the IPC is an athlete-centred organisation composed of an elected Governing Board, a management team and various Standing Committees and Councils. Since 1999 we have been headquartered in Bonn, Germany. The IPC seeks to make for an inclusive world through sport by developing sports opportunities for all people with disabilities from the beginner to elite level. It currently employs over 130 people from more than 40 countries. Thanks to the unique combination of ever-improving athletic performance and increasing global awareness, the Paralympic Games are today firmly established as the world’s number one sport event for driving social inclusion. The event boasts a strong track record for transforming attitudes, cities, countries, and the lives of millions of people around the world.