the spirit of June 16
June 16 means so much, to so many.
To some, the day will forever recall the vivid memory and sadness of their personal loss, and with them are our collective sympathies. Others will remember the rage, the passion, the determination.
Although just one step in the epic journey to South Africa's liberated democracy, June 16 is a fitting metaphore for the courage, sacrifice, determination and, above all, faith that delivered us to where we are.
The June 16 1976 Foundation
is formed to keep this metaphore alive.
On the one hand, we want to ensure that the memories live and are shared, that the lessons learnt become imprinted on our collective conscience. Equally, however, we want to make this metaphore real, and to give the youth tangible hope in our future.
The Foundation's role is principally that of a catalyst. We host and showcase projects around youth-related issues, and also provide an important networking hub to keep the Class of '76 connected, and accessible.
The June 16 1976 Foundation is formed to keep alive the memories and lessons of one of the emphatic watersheds in the history of South Africa. We are committed to capturing the courage and resolve of the youth of that time, and harnessing that energy in building the social, political and economic fabric of our growing nation.
This site is dedicated as much to those who have fallen, as it is to those who will find our future. The pain, lessons, and hope that we write about form a roadmap, not only for our own young democracy, but for humanity as a whole. Let us share and learn together.
© 2006 June 16 1976 Foundation. created by [troops.]
