Diana Vlet
Chair
Founder of SHS and senior communications adviser. Drawing on her Lokono and Warau background, she works for recognition of forgotten histories and greater visibility for Indigenous peoples.
SHS GLOBAL INDIGENOUS
Our board
The people behind SHS Global Indigenous. Together we work for recognition of the history of Indigenous slavery and the preservation of Indigenous culture and identity.
Nashira Doornbosch
Vice-chair
Studies law and has twenty years of experience in the legal sector. Involved in Indigenous projects in Colombia, Peru and the Philippines.
Florine Wieland-Kowid
Secretary
Works to advance research into the history of Indigenous slavery and give it a place in education. Her background includes social welfare, parenting and entrepreneurship.
Frans Smelik
Treasurer
Born in 1953 and an independent entrepreneur since 1983. Brings extensive business and board experience. His Surinamese family background connects him to the foundation.
Carlos Thieleman
Board member · Event management & PR
Has experience organising and coordinating projects and events, and contributes to the foundation’s public relations.