"Mandela Day is celebrated on 18 July every year. In 2020, it will be the day we share the successes we have achieved and the lessons we have learned as we battle this pandemic, and its effect on those less fortunate than ourselves. We call on you to contribute to the Each1Feed1 campaign, join a community initiative or start your own. And, most of all, stay safe," stated website www.mandeladay.com
Adding that in 2020, the essence of observance – take action, inspire change, and make every day a Mandela Day – is more important than ever before, it urged, "
Communities across the world are affected by the spread of Covid-19, which has hit every economy, causing new social and economic challenges and exacerbating old ones.
But, there is hope. On a scale never seen before, individuals and groups are finding ways to help those in need of support. You can join us. We call on you to be an active citizen in your community, individually or as part of one of the millions of groups getting together to start initiatives around delivering food parcels, making masks and protective gear, teaching online or making donations towards these efforts."
The UN Chief Guterres urged the world community to get inspired the ideals exhibited by Mandela in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. The UN Agencies are holding the virtual events this time. “We mark this day at a time when the threat of the COVID-19 pandemic endangers everyone, everywhere, and especially the most vulnerable. In the face of these challenges, world leaders need to recognize the vital importance of unity and solidarity,” he stated.
The tag line "Take Action! Inspire Change!" is inspired by the words of Mandela to urge people to 'donate your own time to public service.'
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