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IBBY Statement on the situation in Israel and Palestine

10/23/2023

 
The events that unfolded since Saturday, 7 October stunned and shocked the world. The  International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) denounces all violence, in any  form, and especially violence against children. IBBY’s Mission Statement calls for the protection of all children as codified in the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child,  which states that every child has the inherent right to life and promotes the development  of respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. 
Fifteen years ago, the IBBY Gaza libraries in Beit Hanoun and Rafah opened their doors.  These two libraries gave the local children havens where they could enjoy reading and  dream of a better future through books. The libraries stayed open through years of blockade, confrontation and poverty, but now war is again destroying their fragile  existence. We are deeply concerned for all the children affected by this war: with Gaza  under siege and facing a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian situation, we are especially  worried about our librarians and their innocent visitors. 
Hostage taking and massacres are indefensible, but the current conflict will not solve  anything. Therefore, we call on all agencies and organizations that believe in justice,  peace and humanity to work towards a diplomatic solution and end this tragic war. The  children of Israel and Palestine deserve better than this. 
IBBY Executive Committee 
​18 October 2023



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  • About
    • USBBY
    • Patrons, Sponsors, and Partnerships
    • Twinning Partners
    • IBBY
  • Get Involved
    • Join / Renew Your Membership
    • Donate
    • Join Our Email List
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  • News & Events
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    • 2025 IBBY Regional Conference
    • Co-Sponsored Sessions
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    • Twinning Updates
    • Bridges Newsletter
    • Bridges to Understanding Book Series
    • International Children's Book Day
    • Jella Lepman Autobiography
  • Awards & Lists
    • Bridge to Understanding Award
    • IBBY Hans Christian Andersen Award
    • Alida Cutts Lifetime Membership Award
    • Outstanding International Books
    • Outstanding Books for Young People with Disabilities List