London 2012 Paralympics was not a gamechanger for disabled people’s sports participation – here’s why

Dr Christopher Brown

London 2012 Paralympics was not a gamechanger for disabled people’s sports participation – here’s why

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This summer marks ten years since London hosted the 2012 Paralympics. It was hoped the Paralympics would have a lasting legacy on improving access to and participation in sports for disabled people. But the data shows the Games made no meaningful difference in this regard.

Original language	English
Specialist publication	The Conversation
Publication status	Published - 26 Aug 2022

Keywords

Disability
Paralympic Games
London 2012
Legacy

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London 2012 Paralympics was not a gamechanger for disabled people’s sports participation – here’s why

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