Munster Technological University to host world’s largest disability sports trade exhibition in 2025

Munster Technological University will host the world’s largest disability sports trade exhibition in 2025 under the patronage of UNESCO. The 25th International Symposium of Adapted Physical Activity (ISAPA) and the 3rd International Symposium on Physical Activity and Visual Impairment or Deafblindness will take place at MTU’s North Campus in Tralee, Kerry from 16th – 20th June 2025.

The conferences are being organised by the UNESCO Chair at MTU’s Tralee campus in follow-up to the Paris Call to Action launched in UNESCO Headquarters during the Paralympic Games 2024. ISAPA will provide physical activity professionals with an opportunity to share their knowledge and experience in professional preparation, research, advocacy, and service delivery in the fields of adapted physical activity, physical education, and sport science.

Up to 600 delegates will attend the two biennial international conferences, which will cover all areas of disability. Delegates are expected from academia, international organisations, government and local government, civil society, and the private sector and will travel from around the world to attend the event.

A key focus on the events will be a trade show, and event organisers are encouraging organisations working across all areas of disability to become involved. Up to 60 exhibitors will showcase innovations, products and services to advance the field of adapted physical activity.

Speaking today, Catherine Carty, UNESCO Chair Manager at MTU, said: “For organisations working in the field of disability, ISAPA 2025 is an unmissable opportunity to meet with delegates from all around the world and to showcase their products, services and latest innovations.

We are urging organisations across all fields of disability, be it physical, sensory, or related to autism, ADHD, mental health, deafness, blindness or more to get in touch with us to find out about how they can become involved in what is a hugely significant event for the south-west region and MTU, demonstrating MTU’s expertise and reputation for excellence in hosting this major international event.”

For further information on ISAPA 2025 visit: https://www.isapa2025.com/.