Dubai Hosts 2025 Asian Youth Para Games: Born to Rise
December in the UAE has always been more than just a month on the calendar. It is a rhythm, a season defined by the nation’s celebrations of unity, cultural festivities, and a collective warmth that spills across communities like golden sunlight across desert dunes. This year, however, that rhythm carries an even deeper resonance. The extended five-night weekend started with Eid Al Etihad which unfolded from November 28 to December 2, felt almost like an unspoken national tribute to Persons with Disabilities, aligning seamlessly with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3. Now, as the nation continues to celebrate its spirit of inclusivity and determination, another monumental event awaits in the second week of Decemberone that promises to elevate that very spirit to unprecedented heights.
The Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games stands as a powerful testament to the resilience and talent of young para-athletes across Asia. From December 10 to 13, over 1500 athletes from 35 nations will converge in Dubai to compete across 11 sports at 8 world-class venues, supported by 700 dedicated volunteers who embody the spirit of inclusive sport. This marks Dubai’s second time hosting the prestigious event, following the resounding success of the 2017 edition, and promises to be the largest participation in the Games’ history. The occasion coincides beautifully with the UAE’s ongoing national celebrations, adding further significance to this momentous sporting gathering.
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Where Culture Meets Competition: A Logo That Tells a Story
Unveiled during the Asian Paralympic Committee Conference and General Assembly, the Dubai 2025 AYPG logo is far more than a visual identity. It is a narrative woven from four distinctive elements that capture both the dynamism of Para sport and Dubai’s rich cultural tapestry. Dubai itself takes centre stage in the design, representing innovation and inclusivity as the proud host city that has repeatedly proven its commitment to accessibility and equality. The flame element symbolizes the movement, passion, and energy that define both youth and sporta burning desire to excel that knows no physical boundaries. An athlete and wheelchair motion icon depicts Para athletes in action, celebrating the vibrant spirit of youth in motion, while the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai’s globally recognized landmark, reinforces local identity with elegance and modernity.
Accompanying this visual identity is the powerful slogan “Born to Rise”a declaration that encapsulates the determination, resilience, and unstoppable spirit of Asia’s young para-athletes. These........





















Toi Staff
Sabine Sterk
Gideon Levy
Penny S. Tee
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