Celebrating Our Roots, Elevating Our Future
For nearly nine decades, we've connected Surinamese Americans to their heritage while showcasing the extraordinary talent in our community. We bridge cultures, spotlight success, and build networks that last.
The Suriname American Network (SANI) connects Surinamese Americans across the country through cultural celebration, community support, and meaningful action. Whether you're discovering your Surinamese roots or have been part of our community for generations, we create spaces where heritage thrives and connections flourish.
Who We Are
We showcase Suriname's rich cultural tapestry while building bridges between American communities and the homeland we cherish.
Cultural Celebration: Vibrant festivals and events that showcase Suriname's diverse traditions to broader American communities
Community Networks: Building bridges between established Surinamese Americans and emerging talent, creating opportunities for collaboration and growth
Talent Recognition: Connecting with successful Surinamese professionals, artists, and leaders to celebrate their heritage and create mentorship opportunities
Heritage Preservation: Documenting and sharing our stories, languages, and traditions for future generations
Humanitarian Impact: Coordinating meaningful support for development projects in Suriname
Connecting Cultures, Spotlighting Success
Be Part of Our Story
Whether you're discovering your Surinamese roots or have been part of our community for decades, SANI welcomes you. Join us in celebrating our past, building our present, and creating our future together.