Featuring contributions from 24 IBBY Sections across six continents, the series showcases how literature serves as a vital tool for empowerment and joy. From Argentina to Yemen, these videos illustrate that the act of bringing books to children is not just an educational endeavor, but a profound statement of joy and resistance.
The participating sections include: Argentina, Bolivia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Ethiopia, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Japan, Lithuania, Nigeria, Pakistan, Palestine, Portugal, Slovenia, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, and Yemen.
This digital collection serves as a prelude to the 40th IBBY World Congress, taking place from August 6-9, 2026, in Ottawa, Canada. Hosted by IBBY Canada, the upcoming Congress will gather these sections in person to celebrate their shared mission and discuss the future of children’s literature globally.
The complete video playlist is now available on the official IBBY YouTube channel. Viewers are invited to watch individual stories from each section or binge-watch the full collection to see the global scope of this movement.
Watch the videos here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJZyjURYST64
Learn more about the 40th IBBY World Congress: www.ibbycongress2026.org
As we converge in Ottawa, these stories remind us that while challenges may differ across borders, the belief in the power of stories to change lives remains universal.
