The 'Echoes of Independence: Suriname' event commemorates the nation's 50th anniversary, exploring its complex realities and lasting impact on identity. This program delves into historical context and diaspora perspectives. Featuring a mini-lecture, a panel discussion with creatives, poetry, and music, it offers a rich cultural experience. Discover insights through archival material and artistic expressions reflecting on heritage and decolonization.
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An event celebrating Suriname's 50th independence anniversary, featuring a mini-lecture on the struggle for independence, a panel discussion with creatives from the Surinamese diaspora, poetry, music, and an associated pop-up exhibition. The event explores the complex realities of independence and its ongoing echoes in the diaspora.
This event, 'Echoes of Independence: Suriname,' marks the 50th anniversary of Suriname's independence. It delves into the multifaceted meaning of independence, questioning the circumstances under which it was granted by the Netherlands and its lasting impact on economic and political realities, as well as the personal search for identity among Surinamese people in the diaspora. The program includes a mini-lecture by Mitchell Esajas from The Black Archives, using unique archival material to discuss the fight for independence. A panel featuring creatives Professor Soortkill, Rossel Chaslie, and Shanelle Bleecke will explore how they draw strength and inspiration from their Surinamese roots and what independence signifies to them. The event is further enriched by poetry from Fleksick and music by DJ Rockefellababe, moderated by Tirsa With. Visitors can also experience the 'Road to Echoes of In*Dependence' pop-up exhibition, which serves as a prelude to the larger 'Echoes of In*Dependence' exhibition opening in February 2026.
Tickets are available on a donation basis. The event will be held at Bijlmerplein 140, starting at 19:30 with doors opening at 19:00.
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