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It was a day to remember for 12 lucky young New Yorkers. As part of a series of activities ahead of Mandela Day on July 18, 12 high school students won a competition that required them to submit creative projects on Nelson Mandela's life and legacy. The prize? A trip to South Africa to meet the man himself.

The competition was organized by 46664, Mandela's global HIV/AIDS awareness group named after his prison number when he was held captive on Robben Island in the 1970's and 80's.

The four-day visit saw the students meet winners of a similar competition held in South Africa, where the groups discussed Mandela's legacy and his relevance to the youth of today in the challenges they face. Read full article »