Nelson Mandela International Day 2021: History, Theme And Significance

Nelson Mandela International Day: July 18, 2021, marks the 103th birth anniversary of Nelson Mandela. former president of South Africa.

Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated every year on July 18 and is also known as Mandela Day. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was the former president of South Africa. He was the president from 1994 to 1999. Mr Mandela is widely regarded as a leader of social justice and a staunch advocate for democracy. He opposed the racist system of apartheid in South Africa and dedicated his life to establishing social equality for all. For his extensive work on social reform, Mr Mandela received over 250 honours and was awarded the prestigious Nobel Peace Prize in 1993. Humble tributes to Nobel Laureate & Bharat Ratna #NelsonMandela on his birth anniversary celebrated as Nelson Mandela Day. He dedicated his life to bring an end to apartheid & racism. As an ardent advocate of peace, equality & human rights, he would always be remembered. To have had the privilege of two long conversations with the immortal #NelsonMandela was to have been touched by true greatness. I honour his memory today. pic.twitter.com/IcG9POpjus "We must never forget that it is our duty to protect this environment."On Sunday's #MandelaDay & every day, you can build on Mandela's legacy and change the world for the better.Every #ClimateAction counts. #ActNow for a more sustainable future: https://t.co/X0ShwftNUVpic.twitter.com/FXG5h2Yi46 On #MandelaDay, we thank @NelsonMandela for all his contributions to advance women's rights. pic.twitter.com/OLSpUV4QJR On #MandelaDay, we honor courageous leadership that inspires us to hope and continue to build a stronger future. pic.twitter.com/Ra7w1bJpbo History Of Nelson Mandela International Day The United Nations officially declared July 18th as Nelson Mandela International day in 2009. It was first celebrated in 2010. The origin of the day came from Mr Mandela himself — he is believed to have announced that his birthday be celebrated as Mandela Day. The Nelson Mandela Foundation, on April 27, 2009, hosted a series of concerts to honour the legacy of Mr Mandela and celebrate his values through community service. Significance Of Nelson Mandela International Day