International Librarians Conference 2024

Jakarta, 28 May 2025 – In today’s era of globalisation and digital disruption, the world demands a generation that excels not only academically but also demonstrates resilience, critical thinking, and strong character. BINUS SCHOOL Simprug, under the umbrella of BINA NUSANTARA, has risen to this challenge by offering a holistic, innovative, and future-ready education. This year, BINUS SCHOOL Simprug proudly celebrates the achievements of its graduating students, many of whom have secured placements at some of the world’s most prestigious universities. These include institutions such as UCLA, University College London, King’s College London, University of British Columbia, UNSW, University of Toronto, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney, and other esteemed universities worldwide. Students have chosen a diverse range of study programs, with 29.7% pursuing Business, 21.6% entering STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), and the remainder exploring fields such as Social Sciences, Medicine, Arts, and Media & Communications. This achievement is a clear testament to the school’s student-centered approach, which combines academic rigor with leadership development and a global outlook—preparing students not only to succeed in higher education but also to thrive as global citizens. The graduation ceremony, held on Wednesday (May 28) at the BINUS SCHOOL Simprug Hall, marked more than just the end of a school chapter—it was a launchpad into the global future. Equipped with strong character, adaptability, and a lifelong love of learning, these graduates are well-prepared to seize opportunities both at home and abroad. Isaac Koh, Principal of BINUS SCHOOL Simprug, expressed deep pride in the students’ accomplishments. “We are honored to have been a part of our students’ journeys—not only in academics, but also in their personal growth, self-discovery, and future planning. Their achievements show that a globally-oriented education with strong character development can produce young people ready to make a positive impact wherever they go.” Isaac emphasized the unique strength of the school’s Journeys Programme—a high-impact learning experience designed to bridge classroom learning with the real world. “Through our Journeys Programme, embedded within the MYP and DP curricula, students gain more than academic knowledge. They are encouraged to explore various fields, engage with professional environments, and ultimately discover their passions. This is a critical process that guides them in choosing the university majors that align with their interests and potential,” he explained. He added, “Every child has incredible potential. Our role is to walk with them, guide them, and help them uncover, refine, and maximize that potential—to become individuals who are resilient, critical thinkers, and deeply principled. Because we believe that every great journey begins with a single step. #EveryJourneyStartsHere.” The graduates’ success is a result of the synergy between students’ dedication to learning, unwavering family support, and the commitment of teachers and staff to delivering comprehensive quality education. Though their journeys are just beginning, the strong foundation laid at BINUS SCHOOL Simprug will be a lasting asset as they face future challenges. These graduates are expected to become positive ambassadors of Indonesia on the global stage—leaders of the future who will drive change and inspire generations to come.

The term “strawberry generation,” originating from Taiwan, is often used to describe Generation Z and Generation Alpha as individuals who are easily stressed and mentally fragile. The term “strawberry” symbolises something beautiful and appealing, yet easily bruised or damaged under pressure. This perception suggests that these generations struggle to handle criticism effectively. Challenging this stigma, BINUS SCHOOL Serpong once again presents its annual School Production, a grand theatrical performance involving students from Early Years, Primary, and Secondary, as well as teachers, staff, and parents. Taking place at Sjuman Hall, BINUS SCHOOL Serpong, South Tangerang, on Saturday (22/02/2025), this year’s School Production features a musical drama titled “The Rise of the Houses.” The performance tells the story of four elemental forces that must overcome their conflicts and unite to achieve a common goal. The dedication and perseverance of BINUS SCHOOL Serpong students in organising the School Production debunk the strawberry generation stereotype. Throughout the year-long preparation process, students from Early Years to Secondary levels have demonstrated mental resilience, overcoming challenges, difficulties, and exhaustion to deliver a spectacular performance. Beyond being an artistic showcase, the School Production serves as a platform for students to learn business skills and develop their mental endurance. Students are trained to plan, manage, and execute a creative project, transforming it into an engaging performance. The process teaches them to build an event from scratch, oversee its execution, and ensure its success. BINUS SCHOOL Serpong Director, Gerald Donovan, emphasised that this initiative aims to break societal misconceptions about the strawberry generation while enhancing students’ creative project management skills. Additionally, it provides Generation Z and Alpha with an opportunity to prove their resilience and capabilities in a real-world setting. “Many people say that today’s younger generation lacks leadership, perseverance, and resilience. Today, we proved them wrong. BINUSIAN students have demonstrated their ability to conceptualise an idea from start to finish—spending hours rehearsing, trying new things, failing, and rising again. This makes us incredibly proud of the young BINUSIAN generation,” said Gerald Donovan, Director of BINUS SCHOOL Serpong. This year’s School Production, “The Rise of the Houses,” is inspired by BINUS SCHOOL Serpong’s House system, which consists of Bear, Tiger, Shark, and Eagle. The purpose of these Houses aligns with BINUSIAN values, fostering solidarity and unity among students. The Production Chair, Shivangi, highlighted that the one-year preparation process for the performance has forged a strong and cohesive team, providing valuable experiences and lessons that will serve as important assets for the future. Additionally, Shivangi herself found personal growth, particularly in leadership and problem-solving skills. “Through this production, we have learned so much. Not only did we enhance our creativity, but we also developed leadership and teamwork skills that were directly implemented in this musical drama,” said Shivangi. By organising the School Production, BINUS SCHOOL Serpong not only provides students with a platform to cultivate creativity but also equips them with business skills and mental resilience—essential qualities for the real world. This initiative aligns with BINUS SCHOOL Serpong’s commitment to delivering holistic education, nurturing entrepreneurial spirit, and shaping students into resilient and adaptable individuals.

The phenomenon of wellbeing refers to an individual’s condition of being physically, mentally, and socially well. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), wellbeing is a state in which an individual experiences happiness, satisfaction, and low stress levels. Wellbeing also reflects a good quality of life, enabling individuals to overcome challenges and experience fulfilment. In recent years, the concept of wellbeing has evolved into a global phenomenon, particularly in lifestyle, education, and the workplace. In the field of education, BINUS SCHOOL Semarang is committed to maintaining the wellbeing of every BINUSIAN, ensuring that they can take care of their physical, mental, and social health. To uphold this commitment, BINUS SCHOOL Semarang organises the Family Sports & Games Day for the entire BINUSIAN community, including students, parents, teachers, and staff. Held at BINUS SCHOOL Semarang, Central Java (22/02/2025), this event takes place annually to strengthen solidarity among BINUSIAN members. This year, Family Sports & Games Day carries the theme “Bee-ing Together, Buzzing with Fun”, symbolising togetherness and enthusiasm filled with joy. The solidarity-building activities are divided into five teams, commonly known as “Houses”. These five houses are Yudhistira, Bima, Arjuna, Nakula, and Sadewa. Each team consists of students from Early Years to Secondary levels, meaning that students and parents from Early Years, Primary, and Secondary will represent their respective teams or houses. Family Sports & Games Day is filled with active and enjoyable activities, such as volleyball, fitness, sprinting, and more. Through these sporting activities, BINUSIAN cultivate sportsmanship and teamwork, while also promoting an active and healthy lifestyle, which aligns with BINUS SCHOOL Semarang’s commitment to maintaining the wellbeing of the BINUSIAN community. Additionally, this event demonstrates the BINUSIAN community’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by adopting a Zero Waste concept, strongly supported by the parent community at BINUS SCHOOL Semarang. Students, parents, and teachers bring their own water bottles and food containers to minimise waste, especially in the Bazaar area set up during the event. The Principal of BINUS SCHOOL Semarang, Ms Elsie L. Bait, emphasised that the Family Sports & Games Day plays a crucial role in building and strengthening the BINUSIAN community at BINUS SCHOOL Semarang. This event is particularly significant, as it involves not only students and teachers but also parents and staff, fostering a deeper sense of togetherness among all members of the BINUSIAN community. “Family Sports & Games Day is one of our initiatives to strengthen the solidarity among BINUSIAN members. This event features a series of active and enjoyable sports activities, allowing participants to collaborate and work together towards a common goal,” said Ms Elsie L. Bait. Furthermore, she added that Family Sports & Games Day serves as part of BINUS SCHOOL Semarang’s commitment to promoting the wellbeing of every BINUSIAN, ensuring that they remain in good physical, mental, and social condition. “This event is also a reflection of our commitment to maintaining the wellbeing of our BINUSIAN community. Health is a key factor in sustaining focus and encouraging an active and healthy lifestyle,” Ms Elsie L. Bait added. Through Family Sports & Games Day, BINUS SCHOOL Semarang hopes to strengthen the bond between students, families, and the BINUSIAN community in a lively and united atmosphere. More than just a sporting event, it is a valuable moment to foster solidarity, teamwork, and sportsmanship, all of which contribute positively to the character development of students.

We are excited to share that BINUS SCHOOL Simprug has been named the #1 Best High-Achieving School in Overall Performance in Indonesia at the International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) 2024! This incredible milestone reflects our dedication to providing top-quality education and helping students reach their highest potential. Our students also achieved outstanding results, winning 8 Gold Medals in this prestigious competition. Here are our ICAS 2024 Gold Medalists: Annabelle (Grade 8) – Double Gold in ICAS Spelling Bee & Digital Technologies Michelle (Grade 10) – Gold in ICAS English Soyi (Grade 4) – Gold in ICAS Writing Livia (Grade 5) – Gold in ICAS Writing Mataya (Grade 6) – Gold in ICAS Writing Ryan (Grade 7) – Gold in ICAS Writing Favor (Grade 8) – Gold in ICAS Writing Yeji (Grade 10) – Gold in ICAS Writing ICAS is a globally recognized academic competition that challenges students in subjects like digital technologies, literacy, and writing. With thousands of participants worldwide, it truly sets the standard for excellence. This achievement is a testament to BINUS SCHOOL Simprug’s commitment to high-quality education, innovative learning, and empowering students to succeed at both national and international levels. A huge thank you to our teachers, parents, and the entire BINUS SCHOOL Simprug community for their continuous support. Together, we celebrate this journey of excellence!

You may use an online platform to check for apartments and hotels near the conference venue, BINUS SCHOOL Simprug, Kebayoran, South Jakarta.  A. Suggested Hotel near BINUS SCHOOL Simprug Veranda Hotel Address: Jl. Kyai Maja No.63, RT.6/RW.2, Kramat Pela, Kec. Kby. Baru, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12130   B. Suggested Apartment near BINUS SCHOOL Simprug 1. The Bellezza Suites Address: The Bellezza Permata Hijau, Albergo tower, ground floor, Jl. Permata Hijau Jl. Arteri Permata Hijau No.N.34, RT.4/RW.2, Grogol Utara, Kec. Kby. Lama, Kota Jakarta Selatan, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12210   2. Apartment ITC Permata Hijau Address: Jl. Permata Hijau No.8 Blok B, RT.008/RW.2, Grogol Utara, Kec. Kby. Lama, Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 12210

Registration deadline: 6 September 2024, 24:00 WIB For more information regarding Registration Fees and Payment Methods for registration, please click here. Definitions The BINUS SCHOOL Learning Resources Centres (“organizer”, “host” or “hosting party”), together with the International Association of School Librarianship (IASL), are the hosts of the International Library Conference 2024 to be held on 2-4 October 2024 in Jakarta, Indonesia (“ILC 2024” or “Conference” or “Event”) and are entrusted with the organization and implementation of the event. The organizer leads the Conference secretariat and is responsible for Conference services such as, but not limited to, registration services, sponsorship opportunities, etc. General Terms and Conditions for Registration These General Terms and Conditions are valid for each attendee registered for the International Library Conference, 2 – 4 October 2024 in Jakarta, Indonesia (hereafter referred to as the “conference”). Any person, delegate, accompanying person, student, media representative, speaker or sponsor is considered an attendee. These terms and conditions are also binding for all group registrations. Congress Registration Only fully completed registration forms will be accepted. The registration fee is based on the date of the receipt of the registration form or completed online registration as well as the payment in full in accordance with the deadline mentioned above.  The registration will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment in full. If the maximum participant capacity is reached, the Organizer reserves the right to refuse any registration. A claim to participation is excluded in this respect. Only registered participants will be permitted access to the Conference. Access Admission to the venue is for registered participants only. Children and adolescents are generally not admitted to the venue. Access to the Concurrent Sessions will also be granted to registered participants only. Letter of Confirmation A letter of confirmation will be sent by email once the Organizer has received the fully completed registration form and related payment. Certificate of Attendance A Certificate of Attendance for participants will be given onsite after the Conference. Modification of the Conference Programme The Conference programme is published as an indication only and may be subject to modification at any time in terms of time, location, theme, and content (in particular to the programme schedule, the appointment and selection of speakers, the technical environment, programme duration, etc.) The participant has no claim to staging a particular speaker and/or event, to a particular event duration or the provision of a particular content. Changes to the programme do neither constitute a right of withdrawal nor a refund claim on the part of the persons registered. Cancellation of the Conference, Force Majeure, Hardship If the Conference cannot be held or is postponed, or if the Organizer is prevented through no fault of its own from fulfilling its obligations in connection with the Congress due to external, unforeseeable events beyond its control (“Force Majeure”), or if circumstances arise, which could not have been foreseen and in the presence of which the Organizer would not have concluded this Contract in such a way and the elimination of which cannot be carried out by economically reasonable means (“Hardship”), the Organizer shall have the right to cancel the Congress immediately after the aforementioned circumstances become known and/or to terminate the Conference without any liability and shall be released from its obligations to the participants. In these cases, the Organizer cannot be held liable by the participants for any damages, costs or losses such as transportation costs, accommodation costs, financial losses, lost profits, etc. In these circumstances, the Organizer reserves the right to either retain the entire registration fee and use it for the future or reschedule the Conference or to reimburse the participant for the costs already incurred for the organization of the Congress that could not be recovered from third parties. Hygiene and safety regulations/House rules Participants are obligated to inform themselves in advance of their participation in the Conference about the currently valid regulations, laws, ordinances and other decrees that apply in connection with the containment of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) coronavirus containment (“COVID-19 Regulations”), and to comply with them. In addition, participants are required to comply with the hygiene and safety measures and/or concepts enacted by the Conference organisers. The participants acknowledge that the Organizer is entitled to adapt the hygiene and safety measures to the current medical situation at any time and that participants are obligated to inform themselves continuously about any changes, in particular about the hygiene and safety concepts of the Conference, in particular via the official website. By entering the venue, each participant accepts the house rules of the Conference venue. Film, Photo and Video recordings The participant understands that the Organizer will create images, film and audio recordings related to the Conference for educational purposes. This material can be shared and published within public reporting or used on social networks (Twitter/X, Instagram) about the event without entitlement to remuneration. The participant explicitly gives her/his consent to the use of her/his images, voices and other content captured at the event for publications and communications relating to the event according to the effective law. In this respect, the participant waives any remuneration and will not assert any claims for remuneration whatsoever. The participant can withdraw her/his consent at any time by contacting the Conference Secretariat Committee via email at nicolau@binus.edu.

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