Nelson Mandela International Day

“Do not judge me by my successes, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.”? Nelson MandelaNelson Mandela International Day is observed every year on July 18 to pay tribute to Nelson Mandela, a South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, the first black president of South Africa, and a man who is the symbol of power in the face of oppression.He fought for equality across borders and worldly differences, and advocated the right of every living person to lead a life of dignity and freedom. He remains to be an inspiration and his teachings are still legendary for promoting love over hate and dignity over discrimination.