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67 MINUTES FOR MADIBA If there was ever a year to take Nelson Mandela’s example of service and give 67 minutes of one’s time to the betterment of others, it is this year. Some ideas for Mandela Day 2013... by STAFF REPORTER NELSON Mandela International Day 2013 is nearly upon us! Thursday 18 July 2013 marks Mandela’s 95th birthday and the fourth Nelson Mandela International Day. As the former South African president who led his country to democracy lies in a serious but stable condition in hospital, there has never been a better time to commit seriously to the idea of self-sacrifice in one’s immediate community for the greater good. Marked across the world on the former South African president’s birthday, Mandela Day aims to inspire people to take action to change the world for the better and, in doing so, to build a global movement for good. Mandela Day was born after Nelson Mandela’s 90th birthday celebrations in London’s Hyde Park in 2008 where he said “It is time for new hands to lift the burdens. It is in your hands now.” It was decided that there could be nothing more fitting than to celebrate his birthday with a day dedicated to his life’s work and that of his charitable organisations, and to ensure his legacy continues forever. The United Nations officially declared 18 July as Nelson Mandela International Day in November 2009 - the first, and to date only, time that such an honour has been extended to a living person. It’s a simple message: Mandela gave 67 years of his life fighting for social justice and human rights. The Mandela Day campaign asks that individuals, groups and corporates pledge 67 minutes of
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their time on 18 July and everyday thereafter to give back. This can be by supporting a charity or serving the community – no matter how small the action, the aim is to change the world for the better, just as Mandela has. As Mandela said “Where there is poverty and sickness, where human beings are being oppressed, there is more work to be done. Our work is for freedom for all. After 90 years of life, it is time for new hands to lift the burdens. It is in your hands now”. What can you do for Mandela Day 2013? The theme for this year is “Take Action, Inspire Change, Make Every Day a Mandela Day”. The power of the individual is huge and by donating a small amount of your time you can have a huge effect on the world. As Margaret Mead said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Whether it is volunteering with a charity, or helping in your local community, Mandela Day is about getting out there and taking the steps to have a positive impact in the world we live in. Even if you can’t get involved in anything on the day itself, you can pledge your time for a later date or an ongoing activity. The Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund UK is co-ordinating various projects for Mandela Day – if you are interested in getting involved or want to start your own project, send them an e-mail with your name and location in the UK to nmcfinfo@ nmcf.co.uk.
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ALL ABOARD! Eight young South Africans have been selected to participate in one of the eight legs of the 2013 Clipper Round the World Yacht Race starting in London on 1 September. This initiative of Clipper Ventures, Sapinda Rainbow and the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund aims to develop community leaders of the future and global ambassadors to raise awareness and funds for the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital. Full story on www. thesouthafrican.com/news
They will endeavour to list as many activities as possible on their website. They are also looking for volunteers for a specific project happening in September. Or
you could leave a comment on TheSouthAfrican.com telling us what you are doing for Mandela Day and we’ll help to spread the word.
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