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![]() The International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) believes in the ability of children's books to bridge cultures and, ultimately, to promote peace. Jella Lepman, founder of the International Youth Library, started IBBY in 1953 in postwar Germany, with the goal to promote international cultural understanding through children's books. IBBY is a non-profit organization which represents an international network of people who are committed to bringing books and children together. Founded in Zurich, Switzerland in 1953, IBBY now has more than 80 National Sections from all over the world. IBBY Canada was established in 1980. IBBY's Mission:
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