In the middle of March�f2009, iEARN-Japan announced �gWorld Children�f s Summit in Yokohama�h in August 2009 with the contract between World Children�fs Summit Organization and iEARN-Japan. World Children�fs Summit Organization as the host and we, iEARN-Japan, as making the program and its coordinating,

Since after we worked with you, iEARN�E�i�d�`�q�m and other educational networks, under the contract. However, a new typed influenza and recession of economy made it very difficult for the host organization to raise funds.

On July 24th, against our wish, we got the official announcement of cancellation from the host organization.

We thank 45 iEARN counties and Japanese children to apply with visual works and kind cooperation , and ask your acceptance of this unhappy news with your generous minds and understanding.

Sincerely yours,

iEARN-Japan Yoko Takagi