The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has allocated €770,000 in grants to 21 International Federations and International Organisations of Sport for the Disabled, focusing on technical official training across 26 para sports. This initiative aims to enhance technical and organizational capacity, ensuring consistent standards and sustainable development within the Paralympic Movement, aligning with a broader strategy to build robust structures beyond Games and support balanced global growth.

A recent article explores the complex relationship between menstruation and athletic performance, highlighting the growing normalization of menstrual suppression in elite sports. While some athletes, like Canadian cycling champion Magdeleine Vallières, have reported improved performance after regaining their periods, the practice of amenorrhoea (absence of menstruation) carries significant long-term health risks, including reduced bone density, hormonal disturbances, and cardiovascular problems. The article examines the cyclical nature of hormonal changes and their impact on performance, cautions against the normalization of amenorrhoea, and features the experiences of athletes like Mary Cain and Paula Radcliffe, who have faced health consequences from extreme performance pressures and energy deficits. It emphasizes the need to challenge the stigma surrounding menstruation and prioritize athlete health over short-term gains.