What does the 67 minutes stand for?
The Mandela Day Campaign message encourages people to use 67 minutes of their time to support a chosen charity or serve in their local community. The 67 minutes symbolically represent the number of years the former President fought for human rights and the abolition of apartheid.
How does the 67 minutes support the community?
On Mandela Day itself, citizens are encouraged to spend 67 minutes of their time in service to others in need. These 67 minutes are in appreciation of the 67 years that Nelson Mandela spent fighting for justice, equality and human rights for all.
How do you make Mandela Day everyday?
Make every day a Mandela Day
- Put together stationary packs (pens, stickers, coloured paper, scissors, etc.)
- Do a neighbourhood clean-up armed with plastic gloves and black bags.
- Volunteer your time at a Haven Night Shelter.
- Make ‘care kits’ (including a comb, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, face cloth, etc.)
What is the theme of Mandela Day 2021?
One Hand Can Feed Another
Theme of Nelson Mandela International Day 2021 | Mandela Day Theme. The theme for Nelson Mandela Day 2021 is “One Hand Can Feed Another.”
What is the vision and mission statement of 67 minutes?
The ‘My 67 Minutes’ campaign encourages everyone to take 67 minutes out of their day – one minute for every year that Mandela fought for human rights and social justice – to do something for someone else or for their community.
Why do we have 67 minutes for Mandela Day?
To commemorate the service of a great leader, people all over the world will devote 67 minutes (one minute for every year of Mandela’s public service) serving humanity and working towards the greater good. Mandela Day is a chance and an inspiration to make a significant difference and to be part of the global movement for good.
What can I do to help on Mandela Day?
If you’re eager to help but not sure where to start, here are 67 ideas of how you can spend your 67 minutes this Mandela Day. 1. Donate blood, especially if you are group O, as the blood bank is dangerously short of blood at this time.
Why is international Mandela Day celebrated on 18 July?
International Mandela Day is celebrated on 18 July, on Nelson Mandela’s birthday. To commemorate the service of a great leader, people all over the world will devote 67 minutes (one minute for every year of Mandela’s public service) serving humanity and working towards the greater good.
Where can I donate blood on Mandela Day?
1. Donate blood, especially if you are group O, as the blood bank is dangerously short of blood at this time. If you are over 16 and weigh more than 50kg, go to www.sanbs.org.za or sms your name and postal code to 31454 to get details on your closest blood bank.