The 46664 Bangle is the official bracelet engraved with Nelson Mandela's prisoner number, 46664, and a laser image of his hand. 46664 is a symbol for Mr. Mandela's global charity efforts and humanitarian work, including the prevention of HIV AIDS. Every sale of a 46664 Bangle contributes funds to this campaign, creates jobs, and continues the message of social responsibility worldwide. Buy the Bangle, Change a Life.

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11 February ~ Nelson Mandela’s Release from Prison and Egypt’s Freedom

Friday, February 11th, 2011

11th February turned out to be a grand day for democracy, indeed.  Not only was it the 21-year anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s release from prison, but today was also a day for celebration in Egypt as the 30-year rule of President Hosni Mubarak came to an end.

An Egyption army officer read out a statement acknowledging, “There is no legitimacy other than that of the people”.

As crowds cheered in Cairo’s Tahrir Square, chanting, “Egypt is free!” , thousands in South Africa also remembered their first taste of freedom in 1990, when Nelson Mandela walked out of Victor Verster prison, a free man.

Read the speech Nelson Mandela delivered on that day, and find out more about how he started his first day of freedom on 12th February, 1990.

We celebrate with Egypt and wish them a peaceful and happy transition to free and fair, democratic elections.

Madiba Is Well – International Concern About Nelson Mandela

Friday, January 28th, 2011

The news of Nelson Mandela being admitted to hospital this week was met with worldwide concern, and none more so than in South Africa, where the apartheid icon continues to unite the country through his legacy of humble leadership and reconciliation.

As media swarmed around Milpark Hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa, President Jacob Zuma called on journalists to “balance the quest for stories with acting within the bounds of human decency and ensuring the respect for human dignity.”

Surgeon General Vejaynand Ramlakan said in this video interview that Nelson Mandela was “in high spirits. Medically, at present, there is no need to panic.” Ramlakan told reporters, “His amazing positive attitude allows him to cope with the difficulties of old age, with the greatest of grace”.

The 46664 Bangle team in the US wishes Madiba well and tends to agree with Sizwe Mbatha, 28, a bank consultant in South Africa, who said, “Yes, he is a world icon but he is also a human being and he deserves his privacy. We should all just let him rest now.”

See official statement on the Nelson Mandela Foundation web site.

Happy New Year!

Friday, December 31st, 2010

The year draws to a close, and as people come together to celebrate with family, friends and fireworks; contemplating New Year resolutions, and getting ready for 2011, some are also sharing their wishes and hopes on websites like the 1 Million Resolution Challenge.

We look back on a year that marked the 20-year anniversary of Nelson Mandela being released from prison, and it was also the year we saw the long-awaited release of  fellow Nobel Peace Laureate and fighter for democracy, Aung San Suu Kyi.

2011 Wishes - Designed by Thein H. (hlaingbwe)

Both Madiba and Aung San Suu Kyi appeared in the top 10 most admired men and women, according to a recent US poll, along with Bill Gates, the Dalai Lama, Hillary Clinton, Michelle Obama, Queen Elizabeth and Margaret Thatcher.

Thank you to those who supported the 46664 Bangle project, and for your belief in our efforts to make a difference, inspired by Nelson Mandela. We wish you a year filled with joy, peace, and good health – Happy New Year!

Non-Discrimination is Focus of Human Rights Day, 10 December

Thursday, December 9th, 2010

December 10th is the opportunity to participate in Human Rights Day; advocating non-discrimination, organizing activities, raising awareness and reaching out to your local communities.

Acting alone or in groups within their communities, every day human rights defenders work to end discrimination by campaigning for equitable and effective laws, reporting and investigating human rights violations and supporting victims.

“Discrimination targets individuals and groups that are vulnerable to attack: the disabled, women and girls, the poor, migrants, minorities, and all those who are perceived as different.

… But these victims of discrimination are not alone. The United Nations is standing with them, committed to defending the rights of all, and particularly the most vulnerable.  That is our identity and our mission.”

United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

We’re proud of, and inspired by, Nelson Mandela and Aung San Suu Kyi, who are icons recognized worldwide for standing up for human rights. And we also recognize the power of the individual to make a difference. Join us in celebrating Human Rights Day.

Speak up … Stop discrimination. Click here for ideas on how to be part of a campaign that brings awareness to Human Rights Day.

Read the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, proclaimed on December 10, 1948.

World AIDS Day – December 1st

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010

Wearing the official 46664 Bangle shows your support of social issues such as the fight against HIV AIDS

Join the 46664 Bangle team on December 1 and observe the 22nd annual World AIDS Day

Thousands of individuals and organizations will mark this day by raising awareness of HIV AIDS, with the intention of reducing global infection rates and helping orphaned children affected by HIV AIDS.

The 46664 Bangle project plays a committed role in raising awareness of HIV AIDS  through the official 46664 Bangle bracelet (on the left), which is engraved with Nelson Mandela’s prisoner number. Nelson Mandela’s legacy is now being used in a new struggle – the fight against HIV AIDS. The 46664 Bangle is handcrafted in South Africa to raise funds for HIV AIDS prevention projects and to create jobs for communities most affected by this global disease.

There’s positive news about the progress that’s been made in combating this disease as infection rates are falling, but the fight is not over yet. According to the UN, in 2009 there were 2.6m new HIV infections and 1.8m people died from AIDS-related illnesses. 

On December 1, we remember those who lost the fight against AIDS,  show compassion to those suffering from AIDS, and re-commit to promoting the prevention of this global disease.

What will you do on World AIDS Day?

  • Know your status – get tested
  • Know your partner’s status
  • Encourage your friends to know their status
  • Be responsible – prevention, prevention, prevention. Choose condoms to dramatically reduce the chances of infection
  • Wear and talk about the official 46664 Bangle bracelet – not just on World AIDS Day … every time you wear your 46664 Bangle, you make a statement of responsibility and increase awareness about HIV AIDS

Create awareness – post a red ribbon as your Facebook profile photo, or go for a double whammy – use our red ribbon photos of the 46664 Bangle, and you’ll also be telling people about the 46664 Bangle project which creates much-needed income in areas with HIV AIDS statistics.

The 46664 Bangle bracelet is available in copper, silver, gold and platinum, and with prices ranging from $24.95 to $17,760 … there’s a bangle to suit everyone’s budget.

Buy a Bangle … Change a Life.

Nelson Mandela Meets Bafana Bafana and US Football Team

Thursday, November 18th, 2010

Smiles all round, as the United States football (soccer) team and South Africa’s Bafana Bafana visited Nelson Mandela at his office in Johannesburg today, November 18th.

The coach of the victorious US team, Bob Bradley, presented Mr Mandela with a team shirt and told him, “It is an honour for us to be here today.”

Source: Nelson Mandela Foundation

With a 1-0 win for the US team, Wednesday night’s Nelson Mandela Challenge in Cape Town may have been a disappointment for South Africa, but as one South African tweeted after the match, “Boys you played well. Let’s share Madiba with Americans. Let them take cup – we have HIM.”

Joy As Aung San Suu Kyi Is Freed

Saturday, November 13th, 2010

People around the world rejoiced today, as beloved 1991 Noble Peace Laureate and fighter for democracy in Burma, Aung San Suu Kyi, was released, after 15 years of house arrest.

Suu Kyi, the daughter of Burma’s leading independence figure, General Aung San, was imprisoned for her campaign for democracy in Burma and her leadership of the opposition party, the National League for Democracy. The party was never permitted to assume power, even after winning an election landslide in 1990.

A different time , a different country, different circumstances – and yet Suu Kyi’s call for democracy and human rights is similar to that of fellow Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Nelson Mandela.

As the world celebrates Suu Kyi’s release, there is still concern about the remaining 2,200 political prisoners in Burma, and there is a watchful eye on the military government during this month’s elections.  According to this Humans Rights Watch article, there are reports of serious voting irregularities, such as questionable “advance voting ballots”.

With this mixed backdrop of celebration and caution, leaders around the world expressed their happiness about Suu Kyi’s release:

President Barack Obama: “She is a hero of mine and a source of inspiration for all who work to advance basic human rights in Burma and around the world.  … The United States looks forward to the day when all of Burma’s people are free from fear and persecution.” 

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Chair of The Elders:   ”Aung San Suu Kyi’s release offers hope to the people of Burma, who face uncertain times following the 7 November elections. She is a global symbol of moral courage and we wish her strength and health as she makes her own transition from such a long period under house arrest.”


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