Unite for Suriname: The 2026 Keti Koti Capsule
On July 1st, we mark Keti Koti. It is the day the chains were cut, commemorating the abolition of slavery in Suriname and the Dutch Antilles. For our community, this is a vital moment of reflection, remembrance, and honoring the resilience of generations whose cultures thrive today.
Now in its sixth year, our annual collaboration with sports-for-good organization KLABU returns. This edition is built alongside Amsterdam-based Atelier Reservé. Bound by our founders' shared Surinamese heritage, we designed the Unite for Suriname capsule.
True impact requires action. All proceeds from this collection go directly back to Suriname, supporting the Clubhuis in Commewijne: a dedicated space where local youth can learn, play, and create together.
A Shared Table
Our roots are grounded in the act of coming together. For this campaign, we brought members of the Surinamese community around a shared table. Through food, conversation, and the exchange of stories across generations, we celebrate the collective spirit that drives this collection.
The Design Details
The capsule centers on two football jerseys woven with a custom Gowtu jacquard pattern for an airy, breathable structure. Both pieces feature a prominent 51 graphic to mark fifty-one years of Surinamese independence.
This ongoing collaboration between Filling Pieces and KLABU is rooted in a shared mission: to create opportunity through sport and storytelling. This collection is more than fashion - it’s a statement of solidarity and a step toward a brighter future.
Elke aankoop draagt direct bij aan ons nieuwe initiatief 'Eenheid voor Suriname', een gezamenlijke missie om een Clubhuis te bouwen in een lokale Surinaamse gemeenschap, waarmee een veilige ruimte voor cultuur, onderwijs, sport en muziek wordt gecreëerd.
