The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) welcomed three new members to its growing Paralympic family at the 2025 IPC General Assembly in Seoul, South Korea, on 26 September 2025.

The new members were officially ratified by IPC members on the first day of the General Assembly, bringing the IPC’s membership to 211 organisations. This includes 185 National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) and 18 International Federations (IFs). The new members are the NPCs of Bolivia and South Sudan, and the IFSC.

Previously an IPC Recognised Federation, the IFSC is now the 18th international sports federation to become an IPC member, following its inclusion in the Paralympic Games LA28 sport programme.

Marco Scolaris, President of the IFSC, said: “Climbing has made remarkable progress in just a few years, and recognition from the IPC marks another important milestone on this journey. At its core, the IFSC is committed to inclusivity and to ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to climb. Becoming part of the IPC family reaffirms to the world what our community has long known: climbing is for all.

We have worked with dedication to join the Paralympic Movement, and we are deeply grateful to the IPC for their trust and support as we continue to promote and grow Para Climbing within the wider Para sport family. This recognition provides our athletes with the global stage they deserve to demonstrate their talent, passion, and resilience. The entire climbing family is now united to climb together.”

Bolivia becomes the 34th NPC from the Americas region to join the IPC. South Sudan, the world’s youngest nation, is now the 49th NPC from the African region to join the IPC.