THE BRAZILIAN PARALYMPIC COMMITTEE AS A CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATION OF PUBLIC INTEREST

Abstract

This study was intended to verify compliance by the Brazilian Paralympic Committee (BPC) with legal principles governing implementation of state-funded public interest projects (2010-2016). Since 2012, the BPC has been classified as a Civil Society Organization of Public Interest (OSCIP). Legislation requires such organizations to implement social interest activities and follow rigorous accountability processes. Data from BPC’s accountability reports and funding records for Partnership Terms and the so-called Agnelo/Piva Law were contrasted in light of BPC’s Strategic Planning and Bylaws. The results point to conflicts between legal standards governing activities of organizations of public interest and the rules on funding national sports committees.

Keywords:
Sports for persons with disabilities; Organizations; Government funding