The celebration of family holds significant importance in Surinamese culture as it serves as a moment to pay respect to the past and welcome the future.

Family represents unity, the reflection of heritage, the upholding of traditions, and the creation of new ones. Suriname’s heritage is intertwined with a history of forced migration and slavery, the abolition of which is commemorated by Keti Koti, meaning ‘broken chains’ in Sranantongo. Today, Suriname is a cultural melting pot where the family unit serves as an incredibly important and solid reference. Each generation passes on knowledge, faces challenges, and stands together against oppression, striving for freedom and existence. The United Spirit collaboration explores these themes, encouraging a journey of self-exploration and honoring ones roots.

To commemorate our collaboration, KLABU, and Filling Pieces have brought together 16 talented individuals of Surinamese and Caribbean descent, along with their friends and family, to beautifully represent the richness, diversity, and resilience of the diaspora. This year, our focus is on celebrating the theme of family.

About KLABU
As an NGO and social enterprise, KLABU supports and empowers refugees worldwide through sports. KLABU believes sport creates perspective, offering refugees dignity and hope, pride and self-confidence, bridging differences, and creating connection. Everyone is invited to join the club and support sports projects for refugees by wearing KLABU sportswear.

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