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Wie zijn wij
De vereniging Surinamse Students Association (SSA) is opgericht 2012. Met meer dan 1200 leden is SSA momenteel de grootste Surinaamse studentenvereniging in Nederland. SSA is een vereniging voor studenten die affiniteit hebben met Suriname en in het bijzonder degenen die suriname (tijdelijk) verlaten voor hun vervolgstudie hier in Nederland. Ons doel is om, door middel van het organiseren van diverse activiteiten die van directe en indirecte meerwaarde zijn voor de gehele Surinaamse studentengemeenschap in Nederland, een sterke bijdrage te leveren aan de verdere ontwikkeling van studenten naast zijn/haar studie.
Tevens wil de SSA de bestaande kloof tussen het bedrijfsleven en de studenten verkleinen en de betrokkenheid van studenten in hun studieperiode bij maatschappelijke kwesties vergroten. Zodoende wil de SSA haar leden, die straks top-opgeleide afgestudeerde Surinamers zijn, kunnen motiveren om terug naar Suriname te gaan en zich daar in het bedrijfsleven in te zetten.
ONZE BELOFTE
Wij streven naar zichtbaarheid onder onze doelgroepen, zodat er voortgebouwd kan worden aan een duurzaam en gedreven netwerk van ledenen partners in ondernemend Nederland.
MISSIE
SSA streeft naar een sterk platform waar onze leden de kans krijgen om zich op verschillende gebieden te ontwikkelen, waaronder carrière, sociale vaardigheden, zelfontplooiing. Daarnaast het versterken van persoonlijke identificatie met de Surinaamse cultuur.
VISIE
Dat SSA bekend staat als het grootste netwerk bestaande uit hoogopgeleide (Nederlandse-) Surinamers in Nederland. Verder oogt SSA competente Surinaamse professionals af te leveren aan de Nederlandse en Surinaamse arbeidsmarkt.
Ons Bestuur
Sharnelle Power
Odi Odi SSA Famiri,
My name is Sharnelle Power and i will be ypur Chairwoman this Year:) I currently study Accountancy at Hogeschool Rotterdam and have various interests. My hobbies do vary per season, but for now they are boxing and tennis.
This year, I’ll aim to enchance SSA’s impact by fostering a welcoming space where all students can connect and experience the Surinam culture. I also want to support SSA’s growth and inspire pride in the Surinam heritage, encouraging members to share it with others.
I look forward meeting you and seeing you at our events. And please don’t hesitate to have a chat with me!
Jeanine Chin-Chan-Sen
Odi Odi Famiri.
My name is Jeanine Chin-Chan-Sen and this year i will be the Secretary / Vice President. I am a Psychology student at the Erasmus University Rotterdam and a dog mom of one. My hobbies include reading and swimming.
With so many differences in a new country as a first year international student, SSA felt like the place to find students who are experiencing the same. This influenced my decision to become an active member.
I look forward to highlighting the Surinam culture through experiences for anyone who is interested and hope to see you all at the future events!
Darin Suarez
Odi Odi Famiri,
My name is Darin Suarez, and i am honored to continue serving as Treasurer for SSA in my second year. I am currently in my last year of studying Finance & control at The Hague University. My hobbies include entrepreneurship and travelling.
As is step into my second year as Treasurer, my goal is to provide support and guidance to all members. I firmly believe that a stronf sense of community is one of the most powerful connections we can share. that’s why i am committed to strengthening and expanding our “SSA Famiri”.
I am filled with excitement for the year ahead and can’t wait to meet each of you!
Sanjana Ramawadhdoebe
Hi everyone,
My name is Sanjana Ramawadhdoebe and I am 19 years old. I am currently studying Biology and Medical Labratory Research at the Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences.
I was born in The Netherlands and when I was 9, I moved to Suriname, where I lived for 9 years. Now I have been back in the Netherlands for a year. I spend my free time with family & friends and I also love traveling and watching series.
I have been a member of SSa for about a year. Last academic year, I contributed to the Career & Culture Committee as a committee member and this year I will take up the position of SSA’s Human Resources.
I made the choice to join SSA because I was a member of a youth club in Suriname where I also functioned as president for one year. I wanted to continue doing social work and I am eager to meet new people.
I hope that this year I can contribute to SSA with my experiences of recent years. My goal this year is tob ring the SSA members closer together and take recruitment to a higher level. I hope to see you at one of our events!
Rishita Ramnarain
Commissaris Social media & Marketing
My name is Rishita Ramnarain and I will be in charge of SSA’s Social Media & Marketing this year. I am 19 years old and I am currently studying Communication & Media at the Erasmus University Rotterdam.
I am SUPER exited tob e a part of the new board, to connect with other people, to learn from one another, and of course, to have lots of fun this year! Born and raised in The Netherlands with Surinamese roots, I missed the connection with my fellow Surinamese people while growing up, which is why I joined SSA last year. And, I am happy to tell you I really found my place within SSA!
I see as an association where everyone is welcome, no matter what background you are from. I want to continue developing this year, by making our social media platforms more personal. I want our members to feel engaged and seen! Let’s make SSA a communitywhere everyone feels welcome, together.
In my free time I like to travel, discover delicious restaurants and eat some good (!) sushi at my parttime job. I also love driving around and acting as personal driver for my sister… 😉 And, as the youngest memeber, my latest hobby is teasing my fellow board members!
I’m looking forward to getting to know all of you!
Shreya Lachminarainsingh
Hi there!
My name is Shreya Lachminarainsingh and I am your commissioner Parties & Sports this year. Born and raised in Suriname, but I also have a touch of Brazilian in me. (aap handen voor ogen emoji) I’m currently 19 years old and in my 3rd year of Bachelor Economics.
In my free time, I love going to pilates, having drinks with my sorority girlies and café hopping in Amsterdam. So if you ever feel like having a chat or grabbing matcha together, hit me up! (cofee emoji).
Im very exited tob ring my unique perspective to SSA, enriching our community. I joined SSA this year to reconnect with my roots and bringing the community closer.
Let’s meet at our fun upcoming events, and don’t hesitate to say hello! ❤️
Sharnelle Power
Odi Odi SSA Famiri,
My name is Sharnelle Power and i will be ypur Chairwoman this Year:) I currently study Accountancy at Hogeschool Rotterdam and have various interests. My hobbies do vary per season, but for now they are boxing and tennis.
This year, I’ll aim to enchance SSA’s impact by fostering a welcoming space where all students can connect and experience the Surinam culture. I also want to support SSA’s growth and inspire pride in the Surinam heritage, encouraging members to share it with others.
I look forward meeting you and seeing you at our events. And please don’t hesitate to have a chat with me!