“Bringing people together is what i call ‘ubuntu,’ which means ‘I am because we are.’ Far too often people think of themselves as just individuals, separated from one another, whereas you are connected and what you do affects the whole world. When you do well, it spreads out; it is for the whole of humanity.”
We at Touchstone wish to make sure you don’t forget us though. We are listing below, prompts for our very first October edition of year 2017-2018. We look forward to your valued musings, unique experiences and anecdotes, besides interesting memorabilia from this summer . Stay safe and creative as you wander where hopefully………….. the wifi is weak !
World UFO Day : 2nd July
Yes it exists ! World UFO day is an awareness day for people to gather together and watch skies for unidentified flying objects .The stated goal of the July 2 celebration is to raise awareness of the “ undoubted existence of UFOs and to encourage governments to declassify their files on UFO sightings.
Prompt : Design your version of an “ out of this world ” UFO .Get creative and make your very own flying saucer . It could be a design / craft or a model. We at Touchstone welcome images of all.
Mandela Day : 18th July
Nelson Mandela International Day ( or Mandela Day ) is an annual international day in honour of Nelson Mandela, celebrated each year on 18th July, Mandela’s birthday. This day is a global call that celebrates the idea that each individual has the power to transform the world , and has the ability to make an impact .
Prompt : We are living in a world of infinite possibilities ! What are the issues that concern you and how do you wish to bring about a positive change for humanity . ( 150 words limit )
Prompt : We are living in a world of infinite possibilities ! What are the issues that concern you and how do you wish to bring about a positive change for humanity . ( 150 words limit )
International Tiger Day : 29th July
Tigers are on the brink of extinction and International Tiger Day aims to halt their decline. Many factors such as climate change, hunting and poaching have been its cause.
Prompt : Can you imagine a world without Tigers ?
Submit a write up / pictures from personal albums / create tiger crafts in the form of drawings, collages , logos, pins , sketches . Anything that celebrates this majestic being and submit to us . We promise to print images of all. The next edition will have a tiger trivia for the entire family to tremble over . Enjoy !
International Youth Day : 12th August
This day is dedicated to celebrating young peoples contributions to conflict prevention and transformation as well as inclusion, social justice and sustainable peace .
Prompt : Who do you consider a true Youth Icon in current days and why . Submit image of the Icon along with your reasons for considering them worthy of praise and emulation . ( 100 words limit )
Recipe Section :
World Chocolate Day : 7th July
Looking for recipes with images to commemorate this yummy day . Let the treat fest begin ! Wish you all a very merry happy “Chocolate Day “
National ChopSuey Day : 29th August
Yes this is a thing too ! Submit the recipe of your very own version of Chopsuey with an image. Give it a twist or tweak it completely ! Whip up a storm both in your kitchen, and on the pages of Touchstone.
Travelogue : Henceforth all editions of Touchstone , will include a travelogue section . This is a platform on which you come forth and share your experiences with us from your various travels in the form of an article with an image ( one only ). Word limit should ideally not exceed a1000 words , however we are more than willing to make an exception for endearing write ups.
Besides the titulars listed above ,there will be loads of surprises for you and your family with every edition of Touchstone.We hope you shall continue to support us and help us set the right tone . Remember our focus is not just the end results, but the entire process. You are an integral link of this chain of content and intent .
Safe travels and Joyous returns to my ISB family .
Gunjan Mullick
Editor
ps : All articles to be sent to touchstone@isb.ac.th