In an effort to celebrate the legacy of South Africa’s former President Nelson Mandela, the great man himself and his Foundation are urging people all over the world to join them tomorrow (on his birthday) in recognising their individual power to make an imprint and change the world around them. Mr Mandela has spent 67 years making the world a better place and urges each and everyone of us to take 67 minutes tomorrow to embrace his values and to take action in our local communities. This could mean any number of volunteer activities, including, feeding the homeless, doing the grocery shopping for an elderly person, being a big brother/big sister, or visiting someone who is sick. Whatever you do it will make a difference. Positive change begins with small actions!
Throughout my fundraising endeavours I have witnessed first hand how generous some people can be with their time and money but also sadly how apathetic the general population has become. It has taught me to be more aware of my local community and to make more of an effort to attend local fundraising events and be supportive. Even when my challenge is over in October I will take the important lessons I have learnt and seek to become involved in other projects and volunteer my time to help others. As Nelson Mandela so wisely said "The heroes are those who make peace and build" and we all have this in us.
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