Name of Organisation

Malta Paralympic Committee

DISABILITY

Brief Description of organisation

Malta Paralympic Committee (MPC) is the national governing body entrusted with the development and promotion of Paralympic and Para Sport in Malta and Gozo. MPC’s mission statement is to create opportunities for individuals with impairments (physical, visual and/or intellectual) to participate meaningfully in sport to achieve one’s full potential and to pursue our fundamental human right to a dignifying life without discrimination. MPC’s activities are grouped into three inter-linked core pillars: (1) Para Sport and Para Athlete Grassroots Development; (2) Education and Awareness; (3) Paralympic National Team at major international events, including European Championships, World Championships and the Paralympic Games.

Type of community work that can be offered to our students

(1) Assisting coaches within sports clubs who deliver 1-to-1 or group-based training sessions for Para athletes with physical or visual impairments, including preparation of training sessions, assistance during sessions and follow-ups.

(2) Supporting the organisation and implementation of MPC outreach and awareness events (open days, talent identification days, presentations, visits to schools, hospitals/clinics or other locations, sports days, and related activities).

(3) Photography and social media content production – creation of portfolio of stock photos/videos featuring local athletes and local Paralympic Sports/Para Sports for use in MPC campaigns and MPC social media platforms.

Contact Person

Primary contact – Prof. Joseph Grima;

Secondary contact – Ms. Rachel Cachia

Mobile Numbers

Prof. Joseph Grima – +356 79 049 865; Rachel Cachia – +356 79 818 664

Email

maltaparacom@gmail.com

Website – https://www.maltapara.com

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/MaltaParalympicCommittee

Instagram – paralympics_malta