| Title(s) |
Nelson Mandela
International Day (or Mandela Day) |
| Date of
Event |
July 18,
Every Year (Being the birthday of Nelson Mandela) |
|
Identity |
An annual
international day in honour of Nelson Mandela, celebrated each
18 July (on Mandela's birthday) |
|
Description |
- This is a day to honour the
legacy of Nelson Mandela, South
Africa's former President, and his
values, through volunteering and
community service.
- Mandela Day is a global call to
action that celebrates the idea that
each individual has the power to
transform the world, the ability to
make an impact.
-
The Mandela Day campaign
message is:
- "Nelson Mandela has
fought for social justice
for 67 years. We’re asking you
to start with 67 minutes.""We
would be honoured if such a day
can serve to bring together
people around the world to fight
poverty and promote peace and
reconciliation," according to a
statement issued on Mandela's
behalf.
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