On 18 July 2022, the LIS staff commemorated Mandela Day according to this year’s Mandela Day slogan: we decided to DO WHAT WE CAN, WITH WHAT WE HAVE, WHERE WE ARE.
Potchefstroom campus library staff contributed to animal welfare and reach out to PAWS (Potchefstroom Animal Welfare Society) on Mandela Day.
LIS staff donated dog and cat food, treats, blankets, dog beds and items needed to treat injured animals. Staff had the opportunity to take part in feeding the animals and enjoyed walking and jogging with some of the dogs.
It was evident that PAWS staff are doing wonderful work to create a caring environment for vulnerable and neglected animals.
Contributer: LOUISE VOS
The library on Vanderbijlpark campus celebrated Mandela Day by reaching out to staff on campus. It was a cold winter morning, and the LIS staff had the opportunity to show appreciation to all the contractors on Campus.
The contractors, (Protection Services, Servest Cleaners and Gardening Services), braced themselves to a hot cup of soup and bread served by the LIS team. As the saying goes: A little goes a long way. What was meant to be a small token of appreciation to the contractors, went as far as serving some staff members and students who were on campus on the day. Contractors were very pleased and thankful for the lovely gestures, and some pleaded with the staff to do this at least once a month. Nothing could be promised, but we hope to reach everyone next time.
Nelson Mandela once said: “If you want the cooperation of humans around you, you must make them feel they are important – and you do that by being genuine and humble“. It is therefore in our hands to create a better world for all who live in it.
Contributors:
NTHABISENG MASEKO
ASSISTANT LIBRARIAN, CLIENT SERVICES
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