Underneath the title ‘Keep in mind the previous, rejoice the longer term’, the slavery previous was commemorated in Utrecht on Sunday throughout Keti Koti. Wreaths had been laid on the monument within the Griftpark and a minute’s silence was additionally held. On Monday 1 July, the abolition of slavery might be celebrated on the similar location.
“On June 30, we commemorate the individuals who fought for freedom and a dignified existence in the course of the transatlantic slavery,” could be learn on the web site of Keti Koti Utrecht. The ceremony within the Griftpark was attended by mayor Sharon Dijksma and alderman Linda Voortman, amongst others. Each laid a wreath on the monument on behalf of the municipality.
Along with the wreath laying and the second of silence, the ceremony additionally consisted of music, a libation and speeches by numerous folks, together with Jennifer Ferrier, chair of Keti Koti Utrecht, and a pupil from Descart Faculty who recited a self-written poem.
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Mayor Sharon Dijksma and councillor Linda Voortman lay a wreath
Jennifer Ferrier (left) additionally laid a wreath on the monument
Celebration
On Monday, the Griftpark will as soon as once more commemorate the historical past of slavery, however this time in a festive manner. “After the Keti Koti commemoration on June 30, Monday July 1 is time for a celebration. We rejoice the resilience and resistance of the enslaved ancestors, the abolition of transatlantic slavery and freedom.” This system lasts from 12:00 to 22:00 and is free to go to.
