13. Library campaigns and events
The Annual Conference of the Association of Hungarian Librarians
Attracting 600-800 participants and held every summer in a different part of the country, this event provides the main forum for Hungarian librarians for presenting professional achievements, discussing important issues in the library field and meeting colleagues from all types of libraries. The event is structured and organised similarly to the annual conferences of IFLA.
Campaign for Hungarian Libraries
Coordinated by the Alliance of Libraries and Information Institutes and held every year in October, this campaign mirrors the goals of the library weeks organised in many other countries of the world. Its objective is to raise public awareness of the value of libraries in the knowledge society through various library events and extensive media coverage (TV, radio and newspapers). Over one week, library conferences, exhibitions and literary events are held throughout the country, while libraries also use this opportunity to promote their services and enhance their public relations.
Internet Fiesta
Hungary joined the Internet Fiesta in 2000, and libraries have become key participants in the one week campaign. Various programmes promoting the values of the World Wide Web, ICT technologies and online communities are organised for the general public. Many of the programmes organised by public libraries target families in particular, inviting children together with their parents and grandparents to take part in the activities and quiz programmes. Some libraries are open and provide services all night.
