Is power always positive, negative or both?

Nelson Mandela is widely regarded as a positive force for

change in the world, particularly in his efforts to end
apartheid and promote reconciliation in South Africa. He
is known for his commitment to nonviolence, his emphasis
on forgiveness and reconciliation, and his vision of a
society that is free, democratic, and equitable.
What is the purpose of power?

Mandela's purpose of power was to use his influence to

bring about positive change in the world, and to
empower others to do the same. His legacy continues to
inspire people around the world to fight for justice,
equality, and human dignity.
K - What I Know about Nelson
Mandela:
Nelson Mandela was a South
African anti-apartheid
revolutionary and politician
who served as President of
South Africa from 1994 to
1999.
W - What I Want to Know about
Nelson Mandela:
What inspired Mandela to become an
anti-apartheid activist?
What were some of the key events and
milestones in his life and career?
L - What I Learned about Nelson
Mandela:
Nelson Mandela became involved in the
anti-apartheid movement after
witnessing the injustices of the system
firsthand as a young man.
He played a key role in organizing
protests and acts of civil disobedience,
which ultimately led to his arrest and
imprisonment.
K - What I Know about Nelson W - What I Want to Know about L - What I Learned about Nelson
Mandela: Nelson Mandela: Mandela:

He was born on July 18, 1918, How did Mandela's imprisonment affect While in prison, Mandela became a
his political views and leadership style? symbol of the anti-apartheid movement,
in the Eastern Cape province and his release in 1990 was a turning
of South Africa. What were some of the challenges he point in South African history.
• Mandela was a lawyer by faced during his presidency, and how
did he address them? As president, Mandela focused on
profession and was reconciliation and building a more
actively involved in the What impact did Mandela have on inclusive and democratic South Africa,
African National Congress South Africa and the world, and how is despite facing challenges such as racial
he remembered today? tensions, economic inequality, and the
(ANC) political party, HIV/AIDS epidemic.
which fought against
apartheid in South Africa.
K - What I Know about Nelson L - What I Learned about Nelson
Mandela: Mandela:
• He spent 27 years in prison on Mandela's legacy as a statesman and
charges of conspiracy to human rights icon has had a profound
overthrow the government impact on South Africa and the world,
before being released in 1990. inspiring millions to fight for justice and
equality.
• Mandela was awarded the
Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 for
his efforts to end apartheid and
promote reconciliation among
South Africans.

He died on December 5, 2013,

at the age of 95