As the world reflects on Nelson Mandela’s legacy, we give thanks for his life, his leadership, his devotion to humanity and humanitarian causes. We salute and thank him for his sacrifices for our freedom and our future.

Nelson Mandela saw himself first and foremost as a servant of South Africa’s people to whom he owed a duty and whom he led by example.

The genesis of our mandate as the Nelson Mandela Foundation and our work stems from Mandela’s passing on of the torch of public service to everyone, saying: “It’s in your hands to make a difference.”

Positive change for the better was the gift left to all of us  by Nelson Mandela – it’s a living legacy and now it’s your turn.

In the spirit of Madiba and his vision to spread social justice and freedom for all, this is your chance to become a part of a continuous global movement for good.

Let us all emulate the servant leader we loved by all becoming servant leaders ourselves – Madiba change makers.

By becoming a Mandela Day change maker and doing something that affects positive change every day, you can show that actions speak louder than words.