The IPC says that the event will act as a strategic forum in which its membership will have the opportunity to have their input on a number of issues that will shape the future of the Paralympic Movement.

The gathering will also incorporate a Gala Dinner on October 4 giving members a chance to celebrate 25 years since the organisation was established on September 22, 1989.

Based in Bonn, the IPC has a workforce of 76 people from 18 different nations and has more than 200 members made of up National Paralympic Committees, International Sport Federations, International Organisations of Sport for the Disabled and Regional Organisations.

Canadian Robert Steadward was the first President of the IPC and remained in the role until he was succeeded by Britain's Sir Philip Craven in 2001.

Craven has led the organisation since then and was re-elected for a fourth and final term at the IPC General Assembly in Athens last November.

"As announced during last November's General Assembly, I believe the IPC's 25th anniversary is a superb opportunity for the whole membership to come together, take stock of what we have achieved, and share ideas about how the IPC and Paralympic Movement can enjoy even greater success in the future," said Sir Philip..

"Since the IPC's formation in 1989 it has grown in size and stature, transforming from a disability movement to one with sport at its core.

"The Paralympic Games are now the world's third biggest sporting event in the world, whilst the membership continues to grow.

"It is important that over the coming years as we continue to grow we ensure that athletes remain central to everything we do and that all activity works towards our vision to inspire and excite the world."

Sir Philip Craven will lead the celebrations in Berlin as the IPC marks 25 years since its founding ©Getty Images