MAROON MEMORIAL
The “Maroon Memorial” project aims to make heritage more accessible for the older generation of Aukan Maroons in the Netherlands, Suriname, and the diaspora by providing multilingual and co-created descriptions of colonial-era photo collections.
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In 2015, the ghaanam of the Ndyuka sought help from the Dutch national Office for Cultural Heritage to preserve…
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The “Maroon Memorial” project aims to make Maroon heritage more accessible. Suriname and the diaspora…
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In 2015, the Gaanman of the Ndyuka sought help from the Dutch National Office for Cultural Heritage to preserve...
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HISTORY
The Maroons were the enslaved people that, that fought themselves free from the plantations during the colonial era, and founded various communities in alongside the rivers in the inlands of Suriname. That is where they developed their own unique (sub-) cultures, rituals, norms and values.
OUR TEAM
The Wooko Makandie team is deeply invested in promoting Maroon cultural heritage and fostering personal growth, drawing from their
own experiences and backgrounds.
OUR PRINCIPLES
MISSION
VISION
VALUES
Our foundation fosters the Maroon community through: Educational projects, Cultural cooperation, Visibility and reservation
Our foundation is committed to preserving the culture and heritage of Maroons in the Netherlands, Suriname and beyond.
We work with these values in mind: Transparency, Reciprocity, Collaboration, Activation and Innovation
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In 2015, the Gaanman of the Ndyuka sought help from the Dutch National Office for Cultural Heritage...
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A online gallery was launched online to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Maroon community. ...
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EDUCATION
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In 2015, the Gaanman of the Ndyuka sought help from the Dutch National Office for Cultural Heritage to preserve and promote Ndyuka heritage, leading to the creation of the Diitabiki Museum Foundation, which, with Wooko Makandie, is building a museum, restoring traditional buildings, landscaping, and developing educational programs in Diitabiki...
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A comprehensive online gallery was launched online to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Maroon community. This digital archive features an extensive collection of images, capturing traditional ceremonies, daily life, and historic artifacts. The gallery aims to educate and inspire viewers by providing a visual journey through the forgotten cultures ...
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