Nelson Mandela International Day

Did you know that Nelson Mandela was born on July 18, 1918? "Nelson Mandela International Day was launched in recognition of Nelson Mandela’s  birthday on 18 July, 2009 via unanimous decision of the UN General Assembly. It was inspired by a call Nelson Mandela made a year earlier, for the next generation to take on the burden of leadership in addressing the world’s social injustices when he said that “it is in your hands now”. 

It is more than a celebration of Madiba’s life and legacy. It is a global movement to honour his life’s work and act to change the world for the better." http://www.mandeladay.com/content/landing/What-is-Mandela-Day

“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead” – Nelson Mandela 

What can you do? Everything and anything! Give a smile to the clerk in the grocery store. Write a check to a cause you believe in. Volunteer on a political campaign to support a candidate who holds your values. Everybody can do something to make the world a better place. Accept Mandela's challenge and find a place to serve.