Research Unit to host Mandela Day workshop

Local luxury leather brand Research Unit (RU) will be hosting a Nelson Mandela Day workshop at their Watershed store at the V&A Waterfront on Saturday, 18 July 2015 from 11am-2pm.

Children and adults of previously disadvantaged backgrounds will be taught by the makers themselves how to stitch and design their very own luxury leather products.

"Teaching is our way of giving back and is vital for job creation," explains co-founder Chad Petersen.

"RU believes in keeping the Mandela legacy alive. It was Nelson Mandela's humble humanitarian spirit that inspired us all to spark world change, regardless how small the contribution may be. It is our objective to continue his philosophy to use what we have learnt through our brand to uplift communities and entrepreneurs," Erin-Lee Petersen founder of RU explains.

The husband and wife duo have joined forces with Khayelithsa Cookies Company, who have sponsored 100 hand-baked single wrapped hospitality cookies for participants on the day. "We are very grateful for the generosity of Khayelitsha Cookies general manager, Adri Williams, and her team for taking part and assisting in making this day a fun-filled experience," concludes Erin-Lee.