You can give 67 minutes to do good
Many organisations and charities would normally operate in ways that allow interactions between everyone involved, but ever since this contagious virus made its way around the world, these in-person events have shifted to a more virtual setting.
Nelson Mandela Day is held annually on an international level in honour of Nelson Mandela.
Each year it is celebrated on July 18, which marks Mandela’s birthday.
Citizens are called on to devote 67 minutes to community service. The duration symbolises the 67 years that the late Nelson Mandela spent fighting for social justice.
But this year is going to prove to be slightly difficult due to Covid-19 and the continuous lockdowns, with many South Africans left disappointed as they feel they can’t take part when as a matter of fact, one can give back either from home or in the safety of their own vehicle.
Why not support restaurants by ordering takeaways or set up a recycling system for your home?
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Just these simple examples are devoting your time to the community.
Restaurants are struggling with these lockdowns by not being able to sell alcohol or even have sit down guests and they need your help.
You’re assisting the community by helping those who work for restaurants or own them.
Many have had to close indefinitely during this pandemic.
The environment needs humanity to look after it; creating a recycling system in 67 minutes and then sticking to it continuously helps the environment, which in turn helps your community.
Other suggestions include:
• Picking up litter along your street. Go alone, you don’t have to have anyone with you. Sixty-seven minutes of picking up litter along your street will go a long way.
• Why not make some sandwiches for the homeless? Or cups of soup? Then drive around in your car handing them out? All you need to do is wear your mask and you don’t even have to exit your vehicle.
• Participate in charity events and fund-raisers online. There are many of these going around, including the Raise Money for Charity on your birthday, which takes place on Facebook.
• Plant a tree. You can go alone to places such as Homestead Dam and plant a tree. This tree will grow and add beauty to the community.
Many organisations and charities would normally operate in ways that allow interactions between everyone involved, but ever since this contagious virus made its way around the world, these in-person events have shifted to a more virtual setting.
Instead of meeting people face to face, organisations have shifted their focus to the beauty of the internet by hosting their volunteer opportunities online.
There is always something you can do, someone you can make smile, and all you need is to be willing to sacrifice 67 minutes of your time and give back to the community.
Give back to those who need it and most importantly, give back because you want to, not because of pressure or publicity.
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