30th IBBY World Congress20 to 24 September 2006Beijing, China

Secretaries-General:

Huang Jianbin, President, Fujian Children’s Publishing House

Ma Weidong, Director of President’s Offi ce, China Children’s Press and Publication Group

Deputy Secretary-General:

Zhang Mingzhou, President, Bridging Consulting Company (Beijing) Ltd.

Acknowledgements

We are extremely grateful to Mr. Kang Erxu, President of S Sun Design for the design of our logo, poster and promotion

DVD. We also acknowledge and greatly appreciate the generous sponsorship of SBG Power S&T (Group) Co., Ltd.

Confucius said,“To learn and at due times to repeat what one has

learnt, is that not after all a pleasure? That friends should come to one

from afar, is this not after all delightful? To remain unsoured even

though one’s merits are unrecognized by others, is that not after all

what is expected of a gentleman?”

—The Analects of Confucius

What Is IBBY?

Initiated by the German journalist Jella Lepman and

founded in 1953 in Zurich, the International Board

on Books for Young People (IBBY) is a non-profit

organization that represents an international network of

people from all over the world who are committed to

bringing books and children together.

IBBY's Mission

to promote international understanding through

children's books

to give children everywhere the opportunity to

have access to books with high literary and artistic

standards

to encourage the publication and distribution of

quality children's books, especially in developing

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to provide support and training for those involved

with children and children's literature

to stimulate research and scholarly works in the fi eld

of children's literature

IBBY Activities

Congresses

Hans Christian Andersen Awards

IBBY Honour List

IBBY-Asahi Reading Promotion Award

International Children's Book Day

IBBY Exhibitions and Publications

IBBY Documentation Centre of Books for Disabled

Young People

Bookbird

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IBBY Secretariat

Nonnenweg 12, Postfach, CH-4003 Basel, Switzerland

Tel [int. +4161] 272 29 17, Fax [int. +4161] 272 27 57, E-mail: ibby@ibby.org

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China

China is one of the largest countries in the world. It covers an area of about 9.6 million square kilometres, which

comprises about 6.5% of the world total land area. Its population of more than one billion accounts for 23% of the

world's population and it has a recorded history of nearly 5,000 years.

The Great Wall, Xi’an’s Terracotta Warriors, the Forbidden City, the Mogao Grottoes: the very names reverberate with

history and legend. Celebrated places and sights abound – this is the land of the Yangtse River, the Silk Route and the

bamboo forests of the panda. Spectacular Guilin brings the vistas of rivers and misty peaks in traditional ink paintings to

life, while far to the west the fabled Tibetan city of Lhasa beckons pilgrims to the ‘roof of the world’.

Huangshan Mountain Ancient Town: Wuzhen

There are 30 natural and cultural sites already inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List; Kunqu Opera and the

Art of Guqin Music are listed as Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity With its 5,000 years of civilization and

wide variety of ethnic groups and customs, China has a very rich and varied cuisine that has become a special part of the

world's food culture.

From acrobatics to martial arts, calligraphy to Chinese opera, the vibrant, distinctive culture of this great land is seen

everywhere.

Oral and Intangible Heritage of

Humanity: Kunqu Opera

Oral and Intangible Heritage of

Humanity: Guqin

Introduction to Beijing

Beijing, the capital of the People's Republic of China, is the nation's political

and cultural centre. Some 690,000 years ago, Peking Man lived at Zhoukoudian,

48 kilometres southwest of Beijing. A small town appeared on the present site

of south-western Beijing in 1045 BC. It was named Ji and then changed to

Yan. At the beginning of the 10th century, it was the second capital of the Liao

Dynasty. Subsequently, the city had been the capital of the Jin, Yuan, Ming and

Qing dynasties until 1911.

In the early 1920s Beijing became the cradle of China's new democratic

revolution. The May Fourth Movement against imperialism and feudalism

began here in 1919.

On October 1st, 1949, Chairman Mao proclaimed the founding of the People's

Republic of China to the whole world.

Beijing is situated at 40 degrees north and 116 degrees east. It is 43 metres

above sea level and 183 kilometres from the sea. Beijing covers an area of

16,800 square kilometres, 38% of it is fl at land and 62% is mountainous.

Beijing has a continental climate with annual rainfall averaging nearly 700

millimetres, most of it falls in July and August. Winter is dry and

cold and has little snow and 185 days are frost-free. The best time

to visit Beijing is May, September and October, when people enjoy

bright and sunny skies.

As the proud capital of modern China, Beijing is fast becoming

a popular and fashionable tourist destination. And for good

reason too: Beijing is not only the modern political, cultural and

educational centre of China, but it also is well known worldwide

for its numerous historical sites, elegant gardens and beautiful

landscape, such as Forbidden City, The Great Wall, The Ming

Tombs, The Summer Palace, The Temple of Heaven, Tian'anmen

Square, Yonghegong Lamasery (The Lama Temple), Fragrant Hills

Park, Zhongshan Park, The Temple of Azure Clouds, The Temple

of the Reclining Buddha, Beihai Park & Round City, Jingshan Park,

to name only a few.

The Signifi cance of holding the 30th IBBY World Congress

in China to the World as a whole, and to China in particular.

Because the arts of papermaking and printing were discovered in China, we have a long history of publication and

reading, and have made an immense contribution to world civilization. China’s population accounts for a quarter of

world population, and with 367 million young readers, CBBY shoulders the largest task of IBBY’s mission. The year

2006 marks the 20th anniversary of China’s membership in IBBY. Since the beginning of our membership in IBBY

and thanks to the efforts of all the people involved in children’s literature, the fast economic development of China

and the emphasis on education by the Chinese government, the situation of children’s reading, and the publication and

distribution of quality children’s books have improved dramatically. CBBY has played an important role in this process,

but there remains much to be done, since the problem of education and access to books in some poverty-stricken areas

Oracle Bone Inscriptions

(the earliest Chinese written

characters found so far)

Inscription on Ancient

Bronze Objects

Ancient Script on Bamboo

Slips

Traditional Thread-Bound Chinese

Book

is still very tough. The hosting of the 30th IBBY World

Congress in China will greatly encourage all the people

in China who are committed to IBBY’s mission. The

first IBBY Congress within China, one of the most

ancient civilizations and the largest developing country

with the biggest number of young people, is a great

historical event, and will have far-reaching signifi cance

in the history of IBBY.

5-day programme and more

The 30th IBBY World Congress will formally start with

the Opening Ceremony on Wednesday 20 September

and will end after the Farewell Dinner and Programme

of Entertainment. The Post-Congress Tour sets off the

next day, Monday 25, and returns to Beijing on Friday

29 September.

Highlights

The first evening of the Congress will be exciting, 1.

consisting of the Opening Ceremony, the presentation

of Hans Christian Andersen Awards 2006, followed by

a Gala Reception.

Three days of conference at the Beijing International

Convention Centre. Including, the International

Children’s Forum: first time ever in IBBY history –

children talking about reading, reading brings children

together.

China National Children’s Book Fair, National

Exhibition of Children’s Newspapers and Periodicals

during the conference.

Social Events in the evenings.

The last evening of the Congress will be Closing

Ceremony, Farewell Dinner, Programme of Entertainment.

Call for papers

The invitation to submit papers for seminar sessions is

issued separately with this registration brochure.

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Wednesday 20 Thursday 21 Friday 22 Saturday 23 Sunday 24

9:00-16:00

Registration

9:00-12:00

IBBY Executive

Committee Meeting

14:00-15:00

Press Conference

9:00-10:30

Plenary Session1

9:00-10:30

Plenary Session 3

9:00-10: 30

Plenary Session 5

New and outgoing IBBY

Executive Committee

meeting

Bookbird Associate

Editor's meeting

Optional half-day tours

10:30-11:00

Coffee Break

10:30-11:00

Coffee Break

10:30-11:00

Coffee Break

11:00-12:30

Plenary Session2

11:00-12:30

Plenary Session 4

11:00-12:30

Plenary Session 6

12:30-14:00

Lunch

12:30-14:00

Lunch

12:30-14:00

Lunch

14:00-15:30

Seminars

14:00-15:30

Seminars IBBY General

Assembly;

Professional Groups:

Authors/Translators;

Illustrators;

Librarians/Educators

15:30-16:00

Coffee Break

15:30-16:00

Coffee Break

16:00-17:00

Seminars 16:00-18:00

IBBY Honour List

Presentation of Diplomas17:00-18:00

Seminars

17:30

Opening Ceremony;

Andersen Awards;

Gala Reception

20:00

Optional Activities

20:00

Social Events

20:00

Social Events

17:30

Closing Ceremony;

Farewell Dinner;

Programme of Entertainment

September 2006

Remarks: The fi nal programme is subject to alteration.

Local information

Languages

The language of the Congress will be English.

The local language is Chinese.

Simultaneous translation of Chinese, English and

Spanish will be provided during all plenary sessions.

Your sponsorship for simultaneous translation of other

languages will be highly appreciated. Translations (on

paper) of the keynote addresses will be provided in

English, Chinese and Spanish.

English is increasingly spoken in Beijing as international

cooperation and exchange are developing at a fast speed,

especially as the 2008 Olympic Games is drawing near.

Climate

September is autumn in China. Autumn is considered to

be the best time to visit Beijing as the skies are clear and

the weather is very comfortable. Predicted temperature

range from 13°C (56°F) to 27°C (81°F).

Currency

The Chinese currency is RMB(Renminbi). Travellers

cheques can be cashed at your hotel or banks.

Insurance

Delegates are requested to make their own arrangements

for medical and travel insurance. The Congress

Registration fee does not include any insurance cover.

No smoking

Smoking is not allowed inside the Beijing International

Convention Centre (our Congress venue) or, indeed,

within most public buildings and restaurants in China.

Tours

A large variety of tour destinations are available to meet

delegates’ personal wishes and tastes. This can include

pre- and post-Congress visits to such destinations as

Shanghai, Xi’an, Hangzhou, Suzhou, Chengdu, Guilin,

Yunan, and may others. Remember that there are 30

natural and cultural sites inscribed on the UNESCO

World Heritage List, which may be of special interest to

some of our delegates.

Optional Half-Day Tour

On Sunday 24 September, an optional half day tour

will be offered. From your hotels luxury coaches will

take you to the most famous historical sites and cultural

heritages, such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the

Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven.

Beijing is also a commercial centre of China, there are

many modern shopping centres, as well as shops for

curios, jewellery and folk arts and crafts.

Registration details

Full registration covers all Congress events.

This includes: access to all programmed conference

activities during the three days of Congress with

morning and afternoon refreshments and buffet lunch;

Opening Ceremony; Gala Reception; Social Events;

Closing Ceremony; Farewell Dinner; Programme of

Entertainment; free entrance to Children’s Book Fair and

Exhibition of Children’s Newspapers and Periodicals;

Welcome Kit, programme and working materials,

attendance certifi cate, special Souvenir Magazine.

Full Registration rates

Delegates from IBBY dues Categories 1&2 US$ 550

Delegates from IBBY dues Categories 3, 4 & 5 US$ 390

Delegates from non-IBBY countries US$ 550

Delegates from China US$ 330

Budget Registration covers the Conference events only

This includes: access to all programmed conference

activities during the three days of Congress with

morning and afternoon refreshments and buffet lunch;

free entrance to Children’s Book Fair and Exhibition

of Children’s Newspapers and Periodicals; Welcome

Kit, programme and working materials, attendance

certifi cate, special Souvenir Magazine.

Budget Registration: US$ 160

Accompanying persons are offered a package that

includes Opening Ceremony; Gala Reception; Social

Events; Closing Ceremony; Farewell Diner (with

transport from offi cial hotels) and a choice of half-day

tours during the morning of each of the three Congress

days, as well as free entrance to the Children’s Book

Fair and Exhibition of Children’s Newspapers and

Periodicals.

Accompanying persons registration US$ 220

Registration details should be entered on the forms

accompanying this brochure. Extra copies can be

obtained from the Congress offi ce.

All those paying full registration before 31 December

2004 will be considered as “Friends of the Congress”

and will receive an elegant book about Beijing and

a surprise gift upon arrival. Registration application

forms will be processed in order of receipt and will

be confirmed as soon as possible. Applications for

registration received after 30 April 2006 will be subject

to a late payment fee of US$ 50

Remarks: Dramatic fl uctuation of exchange rates might

result in adjustment of registration fee.

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

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District, Beijing, 100013, China

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Hotels

All our selected hotels are all within a 10-minute walk

of the Beijing International Convention Centre (the

Congress venue). Special rates are being negotiated,

the following prices are for your current reference only.

5 star: Crowne Plaza Park View Wuzhou Hotel

Single: US$150 upwards Double: US$150 upwards

4 star: Wuzhou Hotel

Single: US$120 upwards Double: US$ 120 upwards

3 star: Catic Plaza hotel

Single: US$100 upwards Double: US$100 upwards

Budget accommodation

Huiyuan International Apartment US$30 (per bed)

upwards

Transport

Transport from and to Beijing International Airport can

be arranged.

IBBY member countries

Category I: France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands,

Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States

Category II: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China,

Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden

Category III: Brazil, Colombia, Egypt, Greece, India,

Ireland, Israel, Republic of Korea, Mexico, New

Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Russia

Category IV: Argentina, Chile, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech

Republic, Hungary, Iceland, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kuwait,

Malaysia, Philippines, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia,

South Africa, Thailand, Turkey, Venezuela

Category V: Albania, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Cuba, Estonia,

Ghana, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Moldova, Palestine,

Panama, Peru, Serbia and Montenegro, Sri Lanka,

Uganda, Ukraine, Uruguay