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Rotterdam Commemorates Slavery History at Lloydkade Ahead of Keti Koti

Rotterdam Commemorates Slavery History at Lloydkade Ahead of Keti Koti
Annual slavery commemoration at Lloydkade in Rotterdam
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Mijnals further stressed the logical distinction between the solemn evening memorial and the subsequent liberation festivities. "Today we pause to remember the victims.

Tomorrow we celebrate freedom," said Mijnals.

She added that contemporary global conflicts reinforce the value of celebrating liberation. "Freedom is not at all self-evident.

That is why you may celebrate it," said Mijnals.

Motivated by community duty, Mijnals believes in setting a proper standard for future generations. "Some things just have to happen.

If you don't set a good example yourself, how do you expect others to do it?" said Mijnals.

To ensure continuity, the organization forms partnerships with entities like Codarts and Maaspodium to attract younger participants. "We have to pass the baton.

They don't have to do it exactly the same way as we do. But as long as the commemoration continues," said Mijnals.

Despite her experience, the immense responsibility towards the attendees still brings pre-event nerves. "You want people to have a good day.

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That it is a meaningful commemoration for them. That carries quite a bit of weight," said Mijnals.

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