united-nations:

Do you know someone who has made an outstanding contribution to the service of humanity? Find out if they are eligible for the first UN Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Prize!

Nominations are now open for the award, which will be presented every five years as a tribute to the dedication and achievements of two individuals. The deadline is 18 May.

Get details at: http://j.mp/1ani5AX 

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exchangealumni:

Many impact their communities and nations, but a special few enter our hearts, change the course of history, and leave an indelible mark on our world. This Friday, join us here on Tumblr and on Facebook for #MandelaDay as we honor the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. 

You can read the United Nations Secretary-General’s message about the 2014 Nelson Mandela International Day here. 

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In 2013, as more people than ever sought their news through social media, the State Department expanded its digital engagement.  Our goal was, and remains, to find ways to give you more access to foreign affairs information and more opportunities to offer your opinions. Check out 13 stories, as told through social media, that shaped our world this year, and tell us what you think were the most significant foreign affairs events in 2013. 

(Source: blogs.state.gov)

Watch President Obama’s remarks today at a national memorial service for former South African President Nelson Mandela. You can read his full remarks here.

(Source: youtube.com)

“His Day is Done”, a tribute poem for Nelson Mandela by Maya Angelou on behalf of the American people

To view this video with captions in Afrikaans, Arabic, Chinese, Farsi, French, Hausa, Portuguese, Russian, Sesotho, Setswana, Spanish, Swahili, Wolof, Xhosa, or Zulu, please visit http://goo.gl/h6OeJC.

President Obama has directed all U.S. diplomatic missions to fly the American flag at half-staff in honor of President Mandela. You can read the Presidential Proclamation at go.usa.gov/Wume.