The National Paralympic Committee (NPC) of Ghana has officially unveiled Professor Youhwan Kim as its new Technical Advisor and Sports Development Director.
The introduction ceremony, held at the NPC-Ghana Secretariat in Accra, signalled the start of Professor Kim’s one-year tenure, during which he will bring his technical expertise to the forefront to enhance and promote para-sports across Ghana.
NPC-Ghana President Samson Deen expressed profound gratitude to the Korean Government, the Korean National Paralympic Committee, and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) for their unwavering support of Ghana’s Paralympic movement.
Deployed by the Korean Government through KOICA, Professor Kim arrives with extensive experience in para-sports development. During the event, he conveyed his enthusiasm about contributing to the growth of para-sports in Ghana.
“I can feel the energy and optimism from the people, and I’m confident that Ghana has a promising future in para sports,” Professor Kim remarked.
“I am committed to doing my utmost during my time here and look forward to collaborating with everyone to achieve this shared vision.”
The NPC-Ghana has outlined key objectives for Professor Kim’s tenure, including providing technical guidance, building local capacity, and crafting a strategic roadmap to prepare Ghana for qualification events ahead of the 2028 Paralympic Games.
This milestone appointment signals a transformative phase for para sports in Ghana. With Professor Kim’s leadership and expertise, the NPC-Ghana is poised to elevate the para-sports landscape, empowering athletes with disabilities to excel and proudly represent the nation globally.
