The Agitos Foundation promotes inclusion through Para-Sport and improves the lives of people with disabilities worldwide. It supports national Paralympic Committees, offers training, and advocates for social inclusion to achieve a sustainable impact.
The Agitos Foundation, established in 2008 by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), is the leading global organization for the development of Para-Sport as a tool for changing living conditions and promoting an inclusive society. The name of the foundation is derived from the Paralympic symbol, the Agitos, which comes from the Latin verb "to move".
The Agitos Foundation's mission is to improve the lives of people with disabilities worldwide through the development of sports opportunities and to leave a sustainable impact on a more inclusive society. It supports the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities through the use of sport and physical activity[1][2][5].
The Agitos Foundation works worldwide to raise funds – both financial and non-financial strategic support – and distribute them to the places where they are most needed. This includes providing grants to the IPC membership and conducting programs that address global challenges such as the lack of sports opportunities and the insufficient promotion of Para-Sport, especially in developing countries[3][5].
The Paralympic movement, supported by the Agitos Foundation, has a proven history of promoting social inclusion through sport and changing attitudes towards people with disabilities. The Paralympic Games, which have been held since 1960, have shown that sport can help recognize the potential of individuals and empower them to bring about change in society[1].
Through its work, the Agitos Foundation contributes to improving the life experiences of over one billion people with disabilities worldwide and leaving a long-term impact on a more inclusive society.
