Nelson Mandela International Day in 2024

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AKA Name	Nelson Mandela Day
ℹ HashtagsCompiled on07:51	#MandelaDay2024, #MandelaDay
Related Hashtags	#NelsonMandela
2024 Date	July 18, 2024
2025 Date	July 18, 2025

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Nelson Mandela’s courage, compassion, and unfaltering commitment to do what is right served as an example to us all. May we all find ways to ensure his legacy lives on through a more peaceful and just world. usun.usmission.gov/statement-by-a Show more
— Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield (@USAmbUN) July 18, 2024

On this day in 1918, South Africa’s anti-apartheid freedom fighter Nelson Mandela was born. Here’s Mandela on the US: “If there is a country that has committed unspeakable atrocities in the world, it is the USA. They don’t care for human beings.” Show more
— Afshin Rattansi (@afshinrattansi) July 18, 2024

On Nelson Mandela Day, we honor his legacy as a beacon of justice and resilience. His fight for equality and freedom continues to inspire us all! thedig.howard.edu Howard University Commemorates Nelson Mandela Day
— Ben Crump (@AttorneyCrump) July 18, 2024

In honor of Nelson Mandela International Day, I'm excited to share some of his inspiring wisdom.
— Governor Jared Polis (@GovofCO) July 18, 2024

Happy Nelson Mandela International Day! Today we celebrate the legacy of a great leader who dedicated his life to promoting peace, equality, and unity. Pictured: Pres Clinton presents Pres Nelson Mandela of South Africa with a Congressional Gold Medal at the U.S. Capitol. Show more
— Clinton Presidential Library (@WJCLibrary) July 18, 2024

Replying to @Prolotario1 NEW. All NEW So it BEGINS… Tremendous Day! What is the theme for Nelson Mandela day 2024? This year, the theme: “It's still in our hands to combat poverty and inequality,” resonates deeply with Mandela's lifelong commitment to social justice. Show more GIF GIF
— J (@JohnSta53392748) July 18, 2024

“We can change the world and make it a better place. It is in our hands to make a difference.” Today we reflect on Nelson Mandela's contributions to justice, peace, and freedom. Join us this Saturday for the 10th Annual Mandela Day of Service: Show more Serve DC and 2 others
— Mayor Muriel Bowser (@MayorBowser) July 18, 2024

Every day, as I walk to and from the office, I pass this impressive Nelson Mandela statue. I pause. I reflect. I move with determination to work for a better world where poverty is eradicated, peace is present, and the planet is livable for all. Show more
— Anna Bjerde (@bjerde_anna) July 18, 2024

"I join the @NelsonMandela Foundation in urging everyone to perform 67 minutes of public service on Nelson Mandela International Day – one minute for each year he fought for justice." @UN chief Show more
— UN Sustainable Development Group 🇺🇳 (@UN_SDG) July 18, 2024

Happy #MandelaDay2024 DC! Today, we honor Nelson Mandela’s legacy and commitment to justice, peace, and freedom. Let us continue to take action in our communities, inspire change, and make every day a Mandela day! #WeAreDC Show more Mayor Muriel Bowser and 4 others
— Secretary of District of Columbia (@SecretaryofDC) July 18, 2024

Nelson Mandela International Day in 2024

Nelson Mandela Day seeks to celebrate the political and social achievements of former South African President Nelson Mandela. Mandela, who spent three decades in prison for his political activism, became the first black president of the Republic of South Africa in 1994.