Courage: It encompasses the unique spirit of the Paralympic athlete who seeks to accomplish what the general public deems unexpected, but what the athlete knows as a truth.
Determination: The manifestation of the idea that Paralympic athletes push their physical ability to the absolute limit.
Inspiration: When intense and personal affection is begotten from the stories and accomplishments of Paralympic athletes, and the effect is applying this spirit to one's personal life.
Equality: Paralympic Sport acts as an agent for change to break down social barriers of discrimination for persons with an impairment.
International Paralympic Committee Glossary