Paralympics New Zealand (PNZ) is the National Paralympic Committee (NPC) for New Zealand.
We are a charity and our overall vision is ‘Through Para sport, lives will be transformed’. As a member of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), we are part of a worldwide social change movement, which uses the power of sport to positively influence community perceptions of disabled people and to promote a more diverse and inclusive society.
To do this, we support and celebrate the achievements of Para athletes at international and national competitions all year round. Every two years, we lead New Zealand teams to the Paralympic Games. We also work in the local community to advocate for sport to become more accessible for disabled people and to support the creation of more systems and programmes to enable participation in Para sport.
Whatever your experience and aspirations as a disabled New Zealander, there are a number of opportunities for you to get involved in Para sport in New Zealand. To get started, the first thing to do is to register your interest with Paralympics New Zealand (PNZ). This will give us an understanding of your background, interests and ambitions, which will allow us to provide a personalised recommendation regarding the next steps and opportunities best suited to you.
VISION
Through Para sport, lives will be transformed.
VALUES
LEADERSHIP | Strategic leadership and collaboration with members, partners and Para athletes, building a strong and sustainable Para sport pathway.
EXCELLENCE | Demonstrate excellence at all levels of the Para sport pathway, ensuring quality experiences for all.
ADVOCACY | Champion equity, accessibility and inclusion for all New Zealanders to be involved in sport.