ABOUT
SURINAME WORLDWIDE
Wi e wroko nanga yu. We're working with you.
Suriname Worldwide is the digital home for the global Surinamese diaspora - connecting our people, businesses, and communities across continents.
For 50 years since independence, Surinamese people have been building incredible things worldwide. But we've been doing it disconnected. Succeeding alone when we could be succeeding together.
Wi de na ala presi - we're everywhere.
Now it's time we actually connect.
What Is This?
Right now, the Surinamese diaspora is:
Building businesses no one knows about
Hosting events other Surinamese people never hear about
Looking for services and hiring outside our community - not because we want to, but because we don't know who to ask
Succeeding in isolation instead of lifting each other up
Why This Matters
What if that changed?
What if you could:
Find a Surinamese caterer in your city
Discover diaspora events happening this weekend
Hire a Surinamese web designer, lawyer, or consultant
Network with other business owners who understand your culture
Get your business in front of thousands of diaspora community members
Build real relationships with people who share your heritage
That's what we're building.
What We're Creating
Phase 1
(January 2026)
📋 Business Directory -
Find Surinamese businesses worldwide, searchable by location and industry
🎤 Story Archive - Celebrating 50 years of independence through OUR voices
📰 Monthly Newsletter - Featuring businesses, events, and community news
📱 Social Media Community - Daily content celebrating diaspora success
Phase 2
(March 2026)
🤝 Member Community - Network with other business owners
💼 Marketplace - Post services, find collaborators, do business together
🎉 Virtual Networking Events - Monthly connections across time zones
🔄 Auto-Matching - Get paired with other members for 1-on-1 networking
Phase 3
(Coming 2027)
🔍 Advanced Search & Filters - Find exactly what you need, when you need it
💰 Opportunities Board - Grants, sponsorships, and paid projects for members
🏆 Corporate Partnerships - Sponsors supporting diaspora economic growth
📊 Analytics Dashboard - See your impact and ROI
📱 Mobile App - Access the community from anywhere
How We're Building This
We're not guessing what the community needs. We're asking.
That's why we started with Wi de - our 50th anniversary campaign collecting stories from across the diaspora. Your answers to "What does 50 years of independence mean to you?" and "What does our community need?" are shaping everything we build.
We're also drawing from years of experience:
Organizing major community events (SANI's Legacy Night, Suriname Day weekend, cultural showcases)
Connecting diaspora businesses and professionals across cities
Understanding what it takes to build trust in our community
Learning from what works (and what doesn't) in other diaspora platforms
This isn't a tech company dropping a product on you.
This is built by the diaspora, for the diaspora.
Wi e wroko nanga yu. We're doing this together.
Who's Behind This?
Suriname Worldwide is led by organizers and community builders who've been connecting the diaspora for years.
We work closely with SANI (Suriname American Network Inc.), a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Surinamese culture and supporting youth initiatives.
The difference:
SANI (Nonprofit):
Cultural preservation • Youth mentorship programs • Heritage initiatives • Storytelling archive • Scholarships
Suriname Worldwide (For-Profit):
Business directory • Networking platform • Economic growth • Member services • Opportunities marketplace
We collaborate on cultural initiatives (like Wi de), but we serve different - and complementary - missions.
SANI preserves our heritage.
Suriname Worldwide grows our economic power.
Diaspora-First, Always
Every decision filters through: "Does this serve our community?" If the answer isn't yes, we don't do it.
Our Principles
Authentic Connection Over Hype
We're not here to sell you something with flashy marketing. We're here to connect you to each other. Real relationships. Real impact.
Sustainable Growth
We're building to last - not for quick wins, not for investor exits, not for short-term profits. We're in this for the long haul.
Transparency
Clear pricing. Clear benefits. Clear communication. No hidden fees. No surprises. No BS.
Community-Led
You tell us what you need. We build it. Together. We're not building in a vacuum - we're building WITH you.
Get Involved
Share Your Story
Participate in our Wi de campaign celebrating 50 years of independence.
List Your Business
Applications open now for our FREE beta launching January 2026.
Stay Connected
Whether you want to share your story, list your business, ask questions, or just say hello - we want to hear from you.
Or reach us at:
wearesurinameworldwide@gmail.com
@SurinameWorldwide on Instagram | TikTok | Facebook
Wi e wroko nanga yu.
Suriname Worldwide - from the diaspora, for the diaspora.