Usuario:Caribiana/Sandbox/Potret cu ta falta

Vragen van Germien

Sinds wanneer ben jij Wikipediaan?

Ik ging op 18 mei 2018 naar een presentatie van de projectgroep "Wiki Goes Caribbean" in het Rijksmuseum. De presentatie van Denise Jansen maakte indruk, dus maakte ik foto's van de sheets. Deze foto's werden mijn eerste bijdrage aan Wiki Commons. Na wat experimenteren, postte ik precies een maand later, op 18 juni 2018, mijn eerste artikel op de Nederlandse Wikipedia. Dat werd "Franse Pas", een bekende plaats op Aruba.

Schrijf jij zowel op de Nederlandstalige als op de Papiamentse Wikipedia? Waar meer?

Op de bijeenkomst had Denise Jansen aangegeven dat er een Papiamentse Wikipedia bestond; dat was mij daarvoor niet bekend. Ook niet toen ik op de eilanden woonde nog voor mijn verhuizing naar Nederland begin 2015. Ik ben actief zowel op de Nederlandstalige als de Papiamentse Wikipedia; sinds 2022 voor het leeuwendeel ben ik op de Papiamentse Wikipedia. Mijn schrijfbijdragen heb ik beperkt tot deze twee platforms.

Waarom is het zo belangrijk dat ook op de Papiamentse Wikipedia wordt geschreven?

In meer dan 300 talen bestaat er een digitale Wikipedia encyclopedie. Grote talen hebben doorgaans ook andere encyclopedieën, al of niet in boekvorm. Voor Papiamentse sprekers bestaat er echter maar één encyclopedie in de eigen taal: de Papiamentse Wikipedia. Alleen al hierom is haar bestaan en voortbestaan belangrijk. Maar ook andere factoren spelen mee.

Op micro niveau

1. Allereerst gaat het om toegang tot kennis. Als informatie niet beschikbaar is in je eigen taal, is die in de praktijk niet voor iedereen toegankelijk. Wikipedia in het Papiaments zorgt ervoor dat mensen op Aruba, Curaçao en Bonaire ook digitaal kennis kunnen raadplegen in hun eigen taal. Zo is de geschiedenis van de eilanden ondermeer beschreven in het Nederlands, Engels, Spaans en Papiaments. Maar om die kennis werkelijk onderdeel te laten worden van het dagelijks leven van onze gemeenschap, moet ze tevens - zoveel mogelijk - beschikbaar zijn in onze eigen taal en in een toegankelijke, gedocumenteerde vorm.

1. Ook speelt cultuur een grote rol. De manier waarop we ons uitdrukken is uniek en maakt deel uit van ons cultureel erfgoed. Door onderwerpen te documenteren in het Papiaments op Wikipedia wordt deze kennis vastgelegd en doorgegeven.

1. Wikipedia in het Papiaments zorgt ervoor dat we niet alleen consumenten van mondiale kennis zijn, maar ook producenten van kennis over onze eigen werkelijkheid.

Op macroniveau

1. Daarnaast staat het voor inclusie en functionaliteit. Papiaments is een volwaardige taal waarin over elk onderwerp geschreven kan worden. Daarom is het belangrijk om lezen en schrijven in het Papiaments te stimuleren, zowel in de ABC-eilanden als daarbuiten, bijvoorbeeld via vertalingen van bestaande artikelen.

1. Voor een taal met relatief weinig moedertaalsprekers is digitale aanwezigheid en zichtbaarheid cruciaal. Wikipedia is hiervoor ideaal. In het tijdperk van kunstmatige intelligentie wordt dat nog belangrijker. Talen met kwalitatief sterke digitale inhoud hebben meer kans om te blijven bestaan en zich verder te ontwikkelen. Dat merk ik zelf als ik artikelen schrijf over bijvoorbeeld flora en fauna en bestuurlijke termen. Wikipedia is daarom niet alleen een encyclopedie, maar ook een infrastructuur voor de toekomst van onze taal.

Als vrijwilliger zie ik mijn werk daarom als een vorm van digitale kennisactivisme. Wikipedia in het Papiaments is dus niet enkel van cultureel belang, het is tevens een instrument van empowerment van haar taalgemeenschap.

Hoeveel artikelen heb jij tot nu toe geschreven op de Nederlandstalige en hoeveel op de Papiamentstalige?

Aangemaakte artikelen op Wikipedia
Jaar	NL	PAP	Opmerkingen
2018	56	2
2019	77	5
2020	89	63
2021	72	151
2022	16	675
2023	18	465
2024	12	547
2025	11	453
2026	3	111	tot 15/3
Total	354	2473

Wat was daar je eerste artikel? En waarom koos je voor dat onderwerp?

Mijn eerste artikel werd geupload op 18 juni, een maand na de bijeenkomst. Ik koos voor "Franse Pas" een plaats op Aruba met een eigen verhaal. Hoe dat te doen keek ik af (vallen en opstaand) van soortgelijke artikelen over plaatsnamen. Voor de Papiamentse Wikipedia werd op 16 oktober 2018 "Roland Peterson" mijn eerste artikel. Hij was op het eiland alom bekend als politiecommissaris, maar niet als dichter en schrijver.

Op welk artikel ben je het meest trots en waarom?

Ik ben trots op alle artikelen, waarvan het onderwerp niet eerder op een van de Wikipedia platforms voorkwam en ik alle onderzoek zelf heb moeten doen. Hieronder vallen bijvoorbeeld biografieën uit de Nederlandse Cariben, zoals van politici, sporters, kunstenaars en artiesten, met name ook van vrouwen in deze beroepen.

Daarnaast, heb ik aan een aantal vertaalde artikelen een bijzondere herinnering overgehouden, zoals:

• Juan Guaido (NL, 19 januari 2019)} alertheid bij verblijf op Aruba en tijdig toevoeging (een record van duizenden views op een dag)
• Slag om de Caraïbische Zee (NL, 13 april 2020)} de uitdaging van de militaire terminologie
• Awanan teritorial (PAP, 28 augustus 2025, territoriale wateren)} de uitdaging van een heldere
• Zona economico exclusivo (PAP, 30 augustus 2025, exclusieve economische Zone)} formulering en
• Awanan internacional (PAP, 25 oktober 2025, internationale wateren)} toetsing aan de Cariben

Waarom besloot je om op Wikipedia te gaan schrijven?

Ik ben op Wikipedia gaan schrijven omdat ik besefte dat de regio waar ik vandaan kom, de Nederlandse Cariben, te weinig zichtbaar is in de digitale kenniswereld. Haar geschiedenis en cultuur, voor zover vastgelegd, is vaak moeilijk toegankelijk. Dus geen "onbekend is onbemind" meer, maar een digitale kennisbrug slaan slaan tussen de delen van het Koninkrijk der Nederlanden.

Ik ben op Aruba geboren als kind van migranten, die er voor de olieraffinaderij kwamen werken. Toen ik in de jaren 1950 naar school ging, ging het lesmateriaal over Nederland, maar nauwelijks over Aruba en de andere eilanden van de Antillen. Dat gemis is mij altijd bijgebleven. Met het bewust kiezen van onbekende onderwerpen voor mijn artikelen, waarvoor ik eerst onderzoek moet doen, ben ik bezig dat kennishiaat te dichten. Dat houdt de interesse en schrijfmoed erin.

Ook zocht ik na mijn pensionering een zinvolle manier om actief te blijven. Wikipedia bood mij de mogelijkheid om mijn kennis en ervaring in te zetten voor de gemeenschap. Zo groeide mijn motivatie om niet alleen bij te dragen, maar ook bewust te werken aan het ver

Wat is er zo leuk aan?

Vrijwilligerswerk is voor mij een manier om iets terug te geven aan de gemeenschap. Wikipedia is daarin bijzonder, omdat je bijdraagt aan vrije, toegankelijke kennis voor iedereen. Ik geniet vooral van de vrijheid en het gemak waarmee ik kan werken. Mijn wiki-activiteiten, artikelonderwerpen, en inzet van tijd kan ik zelf helemaal bepalen. En dit alles gewoon thuis vanuit mijn bureaustoel.

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[File:20200218 Wiki Goes Caribbean Nieuwjaarsbijeenkomst 13.jpg|thumb]] Ik sta links op deze foto tijdens een WGC-bijeenkomst.

Wikipedia a cambia mi bista riba mi bida den un forma ku mi no a spera, especialmente como mi no ta residencia na Aruba. Mi a bira un activista di conocemento digital di Caribe Hulandes. Mi a comprondé ku nos region mester tin control riba su propio narativanan. • Cu mi trabou di boluntario mi a duna sentido na mi bida di pensionado. Cu mi articulonan na Papiamento mi ta promove e uzo di e idioma y mi ta sirbi comunidadnan rond mundo cu kier lesa idioma Papiamento. • Tur boluntarismo ta un forma di duna bek na bo comunidad. Como editor di Wikipedia e ta un forma di sirbi nos comunidad den era digital.” Ora mi skirbi riba temanan di Aruba, sea e ta un caya, un festival of un organisacion, mi ta bezig di documenta nos memoria colectivo mediante un articulo. E articulonan digital ta un regalo pa futuro generacionnan. • Tempo mi tabata bay scol den añanan 1950 no tabatin materia cu tabata siña bo algo di Aruba. Cu mi skirbimento mi ta yenando e bashi di conocemento aki. Cu esaki mi a haya un otro perspectiva di e pasado di Aruba y di mi mes; e ta enrikece bo sentido di pertenencia y orguyo.

Zijn er nog meer zaken die je doet op Wikipedia en/of andere Wiki-platformen?

Ik ben sedert 2023 tevens moderator op de Papiamentse Wikipedia. Een bijzondere taak omdat daar regelmatig bijdragen worden toegevoegd die afkomstig zijn van personen die het Papiaments onvoldoende of in het geheel niet beheersen en voornamelijk steunen op het gebruik van een vertaaltool. Dit levert extra werk op, naast de overige controle werkzaamheden.

Daarnaast ben ik ook actief op Wiki Commons (foto's uploaden) en Wikidata (voornamelijk Papiamentse links aanmaken).

Denk je dat AI een bedreiging is voor Wikipedia en waarom wel/niet?

Mijn inziens vormt AI niet automatisch een bedreiging voor het bestaan van Wikipedia, maar wel een grote verandering.

Enerzijds kan gebruik van AI juist de vrijwilligers ondersteunen en kennis sneller verspreiden. De efficientie is met name van belang op Wikipedia platforms van kleine taalgemeenschappen, zoals het Papiaments. Anderzijds kan gebruik van AI zonder goede controle leiden tot meer desinformatie en minder menselijke betrokkenheid.

De grootste kracht van Wikipedia blijft echter iets wat AI niet heeft: een gemeenschap van mensen die bronnen controleren, discussiëren en samen kennis opbouwen.

• Heb je misschien een (portret)foto van jezelf (bij voorkeur op Commons) die ik mag gebruiken als begeleidend beeld? Zo ja, zou je het linkje naar de Commons foto hier willen plaatsen of de foto naar mij willen mailen als deze daar niet staat, inclusief credits.

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Introduci bo mes, ken bo ta, kiko ta bo rol riba PAP-Wikipedia y cuanto tempo pa dia bo ta duna na e plataforma?

Mi nomber ta Lorraine de Souza; mi tin casi ocho aña contribuyendo como boluntario na Wikipedia. Mi ta editor tanto riba e plataforma na Hulandes como esun na Papiamento; unda mi ta scirbi articulo nobo, drecha y actualisa textonan di articulo existente. Desde 2022 mi ta dedica mayoria di mi tempo na desaroyo di Wikipedia na Papiamento. Banda di editor mi ta fungi tambe como moderador di e plataforma. Moderador ta un sorto di content manager pa e website y ta encera cu mi ta vigila y maneha loke otro usuarionan ta upload riba e website pa garantisa uniformidad y calidad di su contenido. E funcion aki ta wordo asigna via eleccion dor di otro usuarionan. Mi ta activo casi tur dia, e por ta un par di minut te un par di ora. Mi ta traha for di mi laptop como mi cellular.

Pakiko ta importante pa por lesa Wikipedia den Papiamento?

Wikipedia ta un enciclopedia digital den mas cu 300 idioma, pero e unico den nos propio idioma: Papiamento. E hecho cu tin y por lesa un enciclopedia digital na Papiamento ta importante, pasobra idioma ta representa mas cu palabra:

• e ta duna tur hende acceso digital na conocemento. Si conocemento no ta disponibel den bo propio idioma, e no ta realmente accesibel pa tur hende.
• e ta simbolisa inclusion: papiamento ta un idioma funcional, nos por scribi riba tur tema cu tin. Pesey nos mester promove scirbimento y lesamento di e idioma na Aruba y rond mundo (hopi biaha via herment di traduccion).
• cultura: e manera cu nos ta expresa nos mes ta unico y un herensia cultural cu mester wordo documenta via di Wikipedia na Papiamento.
• comunidadnan di islanan ABC ta multilingual, nos por lesa mas cu un idioma. Es mas, nos historia mes a wordo skirbi den Hulandes, Ingles, Spañó i Papiamento. Pero, pa e conocemento ey bira realmente parte di nos bida diario, e mester haya un luga den nos propio idioma y den un forma documenta y accesibel.
• Wikipedia den Papiamento ta garantisa cu nos no ta solamente consumido di conocemento mundial, pero tambe productor di conocemento riba nos mes realidad. Mi ta traha pa nos comunidad no solamente consumí conocemento digital, pero tambe produci y controla esaki.
• Pa un idioma cu tin un cantidad relativamente chikito di papiado nativo, presencia digital ta vital. Si nos idioma no ta visibel online, tambe den plataforma grandi manera Wikipedia, e por keda marginalisa den mundo digital.
• Ademas, den e era di inteligencia artifisial, idioma cu tin contenido digital di calidad tin mas oportunidad pa sobrebibi y desaroyá. Asina Wikipedia ta no solamente un enciclopedia, pero un infrastructura pa futuro di nos idioma.
• Como boluntario, mi ta mira mi mes como un activista di konosementu digital. Mi ta kere cu comunidadnan chikito mester tin mesun derecho riba representashon digital como comunidadnan grandi.
• Papiamento den Wikipedia no ta solamente un simbolo cultural — e ta un instrumento di empoderacion.
• Konosementu relevante pa nos region no ta limitado na un solo idioma. Nos historia a wòrdu skirbi den Hulandes, Ingles, Spañó i Papiamento.

Pero pa e konosementu ei bira realmente aksesibel pa nos komunidat, mester tin un espasio den nos propio idioma. Wikipedia ta e puente aki.

Version social media:

• Idioma ta duna acceso.
• Si conocemento no ta den bo idioma, e no ta realmente inclusivo.
• Wikipedia den Papiamento ta duna nos comunidad un bos den mundo digital, no solamente pa lesa, pero pa contribui na e narativonan mundial.
• Nos no mester solamente consumi conocemento di mundo henter, nos mester produci conocemento tambe den nos propio idioma.
• Si conocemento no ta disponibel den bo mes idioma, e no ta realmente accesibel. Wikipedia na Papiamentu pues no ta solamente kulturalmente importante pero esencial pa inclusion digital y igualdad di conocemento denter di Reino.

Bo por conta nos di bo trabou di editor, cua metodo bo ta usa pa crea un articulo nobo?

Crea un articulo for di scratch ta cuminsa generalmente cu selecta un tema of topico cu ta apela na mi interes y entusiasmo. • Prome ta haci un chekeo preliminario online: si e tema tin fuente y ki tipo di fuente (p.e. corant, archivo historico, biblioteca) y si e tema mes ta cualifica como encyclopedico (relevancia y influencia historico, comunitario, academico, cultural). Si esey ta satisfactorio e trabou ta cuminsa. • Mi ta haci uzo di websites den diferente idioma, usualmente Papiamento, Ingles y Hulandes, pasobra conocemento relevante pa nos region no ta limita na un solo idioma. • For di e websites mi ta selecta e informacion/datonan relevante y den caso di informacion contradictorio (p.e. fechanan cu no ta cuadra), mi ta investiga esey mas aleu. • E informacion aki mi ta traduci, uzando herment di traduccion si ta necesario • Seguidamente ta structura e informacion den un articulo lesibel, ta haci coreccion di texto y ta pone link cu otro articulo. Pa structura/organisa e texto mi ta haci uzo di AI. Mi ta traha hopi cu structura: introduccion cla incluso definicion di e tema/topico, seccionnan logico manera “historia”, carera.

Pero mi rol no ta limita na edita. Pa 3 aña kaba mi ta sirbi komo **moderador di e plataforma Papiamento**, cu derechonan ekstra pa protehá e uniformidad y calidad di contenido: elimina informacion incorecto, blokea usuario si ta necesario, y mantene e regla nan di neutralidad y verifiabilidad.

Tur aña e comunidat ta vota si mi por sigui den e rol ei — y esaki ta mustra ku Wikipedia ta un proyekto demokrátiko, basa riba konfiansa i kolaborashon.

Pa mi, edita no ta solamente skirbi — ta un aktividat di responsabilidat comunitario. Nos ta konstrui un archivo digital pa futuro generashonnan.

• seleccion y investigacion di e topico
• investigacion di fuentenan y seleccion di informacion relevante, manera texto, fecha, datos, cifra
• traduccion di informacion
• structuracion di e articulo y coreccion di e texto
• agrega potret y upload

Benoem 3 dingen (vaardigheden) dat een PAP-Wikipedia editor moet kunnen beheersen om het werk goed te doen. Splika 3 habilidad cu editor di PAP-Wikipedia mester domina pa hasi e trabou bon.

Un editor di Wikipedia mester domina por lo menos tres habilidad esencial:

• Mentalidad critico y investigativo

Un editor mester sa con pa investigá bon: conoce e caminda riba internet. No tur informacion riba internet ta berdad òf confiabel. Bo mester por verifica fuente, ta critico y compara informacion, y traha solamente cu referensianan serio y kontrolabel. Wikipedia no ta basa riba opinion, pero riba hechonan cu por ser comproba.

• Sensibilidad linguistico

Si nos ta traha riba PAP-Wikipedia, nos mester tene un bon dominio di Papiamento, ortografia, estilo y claridad di expresion. Pero tambe bo mester por lesa y comprondé otro idioma, pasobra hopi fuente relevante ta na hulandes, ingles òf spañó. E editor ta un tipo di “puente” entre conocemento mundial y nos propio idioma.

• Pensamento “enciclopediko”

Esaki ta hopi importante. Un articulo no ta un pieza aislá. Nos ta traha riba un enciclopedia, loke te encera cu tur tema ta conecta cu un of mas otro tema. Un bon editor ta pensa: – E tema aki ta importante lo suficiente segun criterio di relevancia? _ Un articulo separa of seccion di un articulo existente: e tema y su texto tin suficiente peso? – Ki otro articulo ta relaciona cu esaki? – Unda mi por pone link interno?

Pensamento enciclopedico ta nifiká pensa den structura, den contexto historico y den comunidad di conocemento, y no solamente den un historia individual.

Wat is het verschil tussen een engels Wikipedia vergeleken met PAP-Wikipedia en waarom is gemeenschap belangrijk? Kiko ta e diferencia entre Wikipedia Ingles y Pap-Wikipedia y dikon communidad ta importante?

E diferencia mas evidente ta e grandura. Wikipedia na Ingles ta enorme: miyones di artikulo, miles di editor, y un comunidad di lesado mundial hopi grandi. Wikipedia na Papiamento ta mucho mas chikito den cantidad (5321 riba 16/3/26), pero no den balor.

Pero e diferencia real no ta solamente den cantidad, e ta den perspectiva. Wikipedia na Ingles hopi biaha ta reflehá un punto di bista global òf dominante. Wikipedia na Papiamento ta reflehá nos mes realidad, nos historia, nos terminologia local, nos manera di expresa y bisa cos. Temanan cu pa un persona na Londres òf New York por parse “chikí”, pa nos ta fundamental.

Y aki comunidad ta bira crucial. Un idioma chikí ta depende di su comunidad. Sin editor boluntario, sin hende cu ta kere den su idioma, e plataforma no por keda bibo. Pa un Wikipedia chikito:

• tur contribushon ta konta.
• tur editor tin mas responsabilidad.
• tur decision ta mas personal y mas visibel.

Comunidat ta garantisá calidad, neutralidad y continuidat. Nos ta vota pa moderador, nos ta diskuti norma, nos ta defende e espacio contra vandalismo. Ta un modelo di gobernansa digital na escala chikito pero fuerte.

Y mas importante ainda: comunidad ta crea pertenencia. Ora bo lesa Wikipedia na bo mes idioma, bo ta sinti cu e conocemento ta di bo tambe.

Kiko ta e retonan cu bo a encontra ora bo a cuminsa edita y traha riba PAP-Wikipedia y con bo a supera nan?

• Tecnica di e sistema

Ora mi a cuminsa na 2018, mi no tabata familiar cu e sistema, su codigo y hermentnan, su comunicacion interno etc. Mi a mester siña pa move den e sistema, haci pregunta, lesa e manual di instruccion na Hulandes, sigui curso, y mas cu tur no tin miedo di haci eror y coregí nan. Desde 2025 un manual di instruccion ta disponibel na Papiamento mes cu ta guia bo den e procesonan basico.

• Neutralidad den formulacion

Probablemente e reto mas grandi ta mantene neutralidad den e forma di skirbi. Den un comunidad chikito, e riesgo ta grandi cu bo no por distancia bo mes di bo tema. Si bo ta skirbi tocante un figura publico, un político òf un evento controversial, bo mester separa opinion personal for di hechonan documenta. Tampoco skirbi un storia di un banda of di puntonan positivo so. Esey ta un practica duro di disciplina editorial.

Pa mi ta mas obhetivo mi ta scoge pa temanan cu no ta cerca di mi persona y aki un revision dor di AI ta ideal pa neutralisa e formulacion.

• Fuentenan limita na Papiamento

Un otro reto tabata e limitacion di fuente den Papiamento. Hopi historia y conocemento di nos region no ta documenta of a lo menos no digitalmente, òf ta skirbi na Hulandes, Ingles òf Spaño. Esaki ta pone un editor mester haci traduccion. Wikipedia tin un herment di traduccion integra den e sistema, sinembargo ta keda rekeri di e editor pa haci coreccion di e ortografia, formulacion y contexto di e frasenan.

“Al a fin, e retonan no a desanima mi — nan a forma mi como un editor mas consciente y un activista di conocemento digital mas fuerte.”

Kiko falta ainda na contenido of thema riba PAP-Wikipedia y boluntarionan nobo por yuda cu esaki.

Si nos ta mira Wikipedia na Papiamento despues di 20 aña, nos por sinti orguyo. Pero nos tin hopi trabou ainda pa haci. Lo cu ainda falta ta principalmente:

1. Profundisacion di historia local

Figura y sucesonan importante den nos historia colonial, historia di districto, lider comunitario, musico, deportista, movemento social y sindical; no tur ta documenta di manera amplio y verifica.

1. Ciencia y tecnologia

Nos mester mas articulonan tocante clima, medio ambiente, flora y fauna, salud publico, AI, energia renovabel etc. Si nos no ta desaroyá terminologia moderno den Papiamento, e idioma no por keda relevante den era digital.

1. Hendenan di Caribe Hulandes

Biografianan di Aruba, Boneiru, Kòrsou, Saba, Sint Eustatius y Sint Maarten no ta reflehá suficientemente riba otro plataformanan mundial. Wikipedia na Papiamento por yuda coregi esaki, for di unda otro wikipedianan por traduci articulo.

1. Con boluntarionan nobo por yuda?

Bo no mester ta un akademiko pa kontribuí. Bo por:

• Tradusí artikulonan importante den manera corecto
• Skirbi tokante bo bario, bo deporte, bo arte
• Agregá fuente y coregi ortografia
• actualisa articulo eixtente, p.e. politico cu a retira, persona cu a fayece etc.
• Yuda cu verifikashon di informashon

“Si nos no ta skirbi nos mes historia den nos propio idioma, otro hende lo hasi esaki pa nos.” òf “PAP-Wikipedia no ta solamente un website — e ta un arkivo di nos memoria kolektivo.”

Vertel iets bijzonders dat Wikipedia persoonlijk voor je heeft betekend.

1. **Purpose in retirement** → accessible to many 2. **Reclaiming untold history** → socially meaningful 3. **Staying connected across distance** → emotionally universal

Wikipedia a cambia mi bista riba mi bida den un forma ku mi no a spera, especialmente como mi no ta residencia mas na Aruba. Mi a bira un activista di conocemento digital di Caribe Hulandes. Mi a comprondé cu nos region mester tin control riba su propio narativanan.

• E trabou di boluntario ta duna sentido na mi bida di pensionado. Cu mi articulonan na Papiamento mi ta promove e uzo di e idioma y mi ta sirbi comunidadnan rond mundo cu kier lesa idioma Papiamento.

• Tur boluntarismo ta un forma di duna bek na bo comunidad. Como editor di Wikipedia e ta un forma di sirbi nos comunidad den era digital.” Ora mi skirbi riba temanan di Aruba, sea e ta un caya, un festival of un organisacion, mi ta bezig di documenta nos memoria colectivo mediante un articulo. E articulonan digital ta un regalo pa futuro generacionnan.

• Tempo mi tabata bay scol den añanan 1950 no tabatin materia cu tabata siña bo algo di Aruba. Cu mi skirbimento mi ta yenando e bashi di conocemento aki. Cu esaki mi a haya un otro perspectiva di e pasado di Aruba y di mi mes; e ta enrikece bo sentido di pertenencia y orguyo.

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Vragen van Ginnely en Ian, interview met Leo Maduro

• Introduceer jezelf, wie ben jij, wat is jou rol in PAP-Wikipedia, en hoeveel tijd besteed je aan het platform? Introduci bo mes, ken bo ta, kiko ta bo rol riba PAP-Wikipedia y cuanto tempo pa dia bo ta duna na e plataforma?

Mi nomber ta Lorraine de Souza; mi tin casi ocho aña contribuyendo como boluntario na Wikipedia, tanto riba e plataforma na Hulandes como esun na Papiamento, na cua desde 2022 mi ta dedica mayoria di mi tempo. Banda di ta editor mi ta fungi como moderador riba e Wikipedia na Papiamento. Esey ta encera cu mi ta un sorto di content manager y ta vigila loke otro usuarionan ta upload riba e website pa garantisa uniformidad y calidad di su contenido. Mi ta activo tur dia, e por ta un par di minut te un par di ora. Mi ta traha for di mi laptop como mi cellular.

1. Waarom is het belangrijk dat Wikipedia ook in het Papiamento te lezen is? / Pakiko ta importante pa por lesa Wikipedia den Papiamento?

Kan je wat vertellen over je editing werk, welke methode gebruik je om een nieuw artikel te maken. Bo por conta nos di bo trabou di editor, cua metodo bo ta usa pa crea un articulo nobo?

Benoem 3 dingen (vaardigheden) dat een PAP-Wikipedia editor moet kunnen beheersen om het werk goed te doen. Splika 3 habilidad cu editor di PAP-Wikipedia mester domina pa hasi e trabou bon.

Wat is het verschil tussen een engels Wikipedia vergeleken met PAP-Wikipedia en waarom is gemeenschap belangrijk? KIko ta e diferencia entre Wikipedia Ingles y Pap-Wikipedia y dikon communidad ta importante.

Wat waren de uitdagingen die je tegenkwam toen je begon met bewerken en werken op PAP-Wikipedia, en hoe heb je die overwonnen? Kiko ta e retonan cu bo a encontra ora bo a cuminsa edita y traha riba PAP-Wikipedia y con bo a sobresali nan.

Wat ontbreekt er nog aan content of thema's op PAP-Wikipedia en hoe kunnen vrijwilligers hieraan bijdragen. Kiko falta ainda na contenido of thema riba PAP-Wikipedia y boluntarionan nobo por yuda cu esaki.

Vertel iets bijzonders dat Wikipedia persoonlijk voor je heeft betekend.

Vragen van Germien Sinds wanneer ben jij Wikipediaan? Schrijf jij zowel op de Nederlandstalige als op de Papiamentse Wikipedia? Waar meer? Waarom is het zo belangrijk dat ook op de Papiamentse Wikipedia wordt geschreven? Hoeveel artikelen heb jij tot nu toe geschreven op de Nederlandstalige en hoeveel op de Papiamentstalige? Wat was daar je eerste artikel? En waarom koos je voor dat onderwerp? Op welk artikel ben je het meest trots en waarom? Waarom besloot je om op Wikipedia te gaan schrijven? Wat is er zo leuk aan? Zijn er nog meer zaken die je doet op Wikipedia en/of andere Wiki-platformen? Denk je dat AI een bedreiging is voor Wikipedia en waarom wel/niet? Heb je misschien een (portret)foto van jezelf (bij voorkeur op Commons) die ik mag gebruiken als begeleidend beeld? Zo ja, zou je het linkje naar de Commons foto hier willen plaatsen of de foto naar mij willen mailen als deze daar niet staat, inclusief credits.

Interview

Why a Wikipedia knowledge platform in your own language matter

Even if a language is spoken by a relatively small number of native speakers — like **Papiamento** — having its own Wikipedia edition has multiple academic, cultural, educational, and social benefits:

1. Preserving and strengthening language vitality

• A Wikipedia in Papiamento **helps record, normalize, and preserve the language online** at a time when digital platforms are dominated by global languages.
• It provides a **living corpus** of texts, grammar, naming conventions, and usage that learners and researchers can reference.
• It **legitimizes Papiamento as a modern, functional language** — not only in everyday speech, but in encyclopedic discourse.

> Languages without digital content risk loss of use among younger generations who primarily access information online.

This is especially important for languages with a smaller speaker base, where every digital resource increases visibility and long-term survival.

1. Access to knowledge in the language people think in and learn best

• Research in education and linguistics shows that people **comprehend and retain information better** in their native language.
• Wikipedia in Papiamento gives speakers access to global and local knowledge **without linguistic barriers**.
• It helps students, professionals, and families find reliable information on:

 * History
 * Science
 * Arts
 * Local culture
 * Health & law
 * World events

This is especially relevant for countries where education may be bilingual or multilingual.

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1. 1. 1. 3️⃣ **Digital inclusion and empowerment**

• Wikipedia in a community’s own language **reduces digital inequality**.
• It invites native speakers to become content creators, not just consumers.

This fosters:

• Writing skills
• Research literacy
• Knowledge confidence
• Cultural self-representation

Instead of always reading about themselves in other languages, people can **write and define their own narrative in their own words**.

1. Representation of local knowledge and history**

• Many topics simply don’t exist in global Wikipedia editions (English, Spanish, Dutch).
• A Papiamento Wikipedia can contain **locally relevant content that would otherwise be invisible**, such as:

 * Biographies of Caribbean cultural figures
 * History of Carnival
 * Local plant and animal species
 * Traditional music, food, and festivals
 * Oral histories and heritage

This creates a **permanently accessible archive** of culture.

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1. 1. 1. 5️⃣ **Linguistic research and standardization**

• Digital encyclopedias help **standardize orthography and academic terminology**.
• They can serve linguists and educators in developing curricula, dictionaries, and language policy.
• These platforms become reference points for correct spelling, usage, and stylistic norms — especially important for languages with evolving or debated orthography (like Papiamento).

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1. 1. 🌍 **Benefits even if the language has few speakers**

There is a perception that only languages with millions of speakers can justify a Wikipedia — but that’s not true. The Wikimedia Foundation’s mission supports all languages

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I’m so glad it was helpful! 🙌

And honestly — congratulations in advance on being part of the **20th anniversary of Papiamento Wikipedia**. That’s not just a milestone for a website; it’s a milestone for language visibility, knowledge sovereignty, and cultural dignity.

If you’d like, I can also help you with:

• 🎤 Drafting a short **opening statement** for the interview
• 🗣️ Preparing **strong closing remarks**
• 📊 Creating 3–5 powerful “soundbite” answers for radio/TV
• 📚 Framing it historically (digital language survival, decolonizing knowledge, etc.)
• 🌎 Comparing Papiamento Wikipedia to other small-language Wikipedias
• 📝 Translating key talking points into Papiamento

Just let me know the format of the interview (radio? TV? panel? length?), and we’ll polish it so you go in fully prepared.

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1. 1. 🔴 1. Most Important Question

• • Waarom is het belangrijk dat Wikipedia ook in het Papiamento te lezen is?**

I can help you:

• Craft a **strong, memorable core answer** (60–90 seconds for TV)
• Create a **short, powerful social media soundbite** (20–30 seconds)
• Prepare a **slightly more formal version** suitable for Wikimedia’s Dutch press release
• Add 1–2 quotable lines journalists can easily reuse

This is your *vision statement*. Everything else can flow from this.

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1. 1. 🛠 2. Your Editing Work & Method

• • Bo por conta nos di bo trabou di editor, cua metodo bo ta usa pa crea un articulo nobo?**

Here I can help you:

• Structure your workflow clearly (research → verification → writing → formatting → categories → references)
• Explain Wikipedia principles (neutrality, verifiability, reliable sources)
• Translate that into accessible Papiamento (so it doesn’t sound too technical)
• Highlight how editing in a small language requires *extra care* and linguistic responsibility

This is where you show professionalism.

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1. 1. 🎯 3. Three Skills a PAP-Wikipedia Editor Must Master

I can help you formulate this very powerfully. For example:

• 📚 Source literacy (evaluating reliable sources)
• ✍🏽 Strong command of written Papiamento (standard spelling, clarity)
• 🤝 Community collaboration & discussion culture

We can frame it in a way that makes PAP-Wikipedia look serious and high-quality.

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1. 1. 🌍 4. Difference Between English Wikipedia & PAP-Wikipedia

This is a very important positioning question.

I can help you highlight:

• Scale vs. intimacy
• Volume vs. cultural specificity
• Global narrative vs. local perspective
• Why small-language Wikipedias protect cultural memory

This is also where you can talk about **knowledge equity** and digital inclusion — which Wikimedia will love for their press material.

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1. 1. 🚧 5. Challenges You Faced

I can help you structure this so it sounds:

• Honest but constructive
• Professional, not complaining
• Inspirational

Likely themes:

• Lack of sources in Papiamento
• Standardization challenges
• Small editor community
• Technical learning curve

And then: how perseverance, collaboration, and vision helped you overcome them.

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1. 1. 📚 6. What Is Missing on PAP-Wikipedia?

This is a recruitment opportunity.

We can help you name:

• More scientific content in Papiamento
• More women & Caribbean biographies
• More local history
• More contemporary topics
• More youth involvement

We can turn this into a call to action:

> “Papiamento ta un idioma bibu — pero Wikipedia mester mas hende pa mantene e bibu.”

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1. 1. 💬 7. What Wikipedia Means to You Personally

This is your emotional anchor.

We can frame it around:

• Empowerment
• Language dignity
• Cultural responsibility
• Intellectual independence
• Digital legacy

This is what people will remember.

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1. 🎥 Since You Have Two Formats

You will need:

1. 1. 1. 1️⃣ Full conversational answers (for person-to-person interview)

Longer, reflective, nuanced.

1. 1. 1. 2️⃣ Short, sharp social media answers

Clear, powerful, quotable.

I can prepare **both versions for each question**.

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1. 📰 For the Wikimedia / Dutch Media Angle

We should subtly include:

• Knowledge equity
• Small language digital survival
• Post-colonial knowledge balance
• Community-driven knowledge production
• The importance of Caribbean representation

That makes it internationally relevant.

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1. 🔥 My Suggestion

Let’s work question by question.

For each one, I will give you:

• 🇵🇬 Strong Papiamento version (natural, media-ready)
• ✂ Short social media version
• 🇳🇱 Short Dutch summary (for press usage if needed)
• Optional quote line

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That is a **very powerful angle** — and extremely relevant in 2026.

What you are touching on is not just language preservation, but **digital survival and relevance**. And that connects beautifully with Wikipedia *and* AI.

Let me help you refine and strategically position this idea for your interview.

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1. 🔹 The AI + Small Languages Connection

You are absolutely right:

AI systems learn from digital content. If a language has little digital presence, it becomes:

• Less searchable
• Less visible
• Less trainable for AI systems
• Less usable in future technologies

That means:

• • If Papiamento is not online in structured, high-quality form — it risks digital marginalization.**

Wikipedia is crucial here because:

• It provides structured, neutral, reliable knowledge.
• It becomes part of global data ecosystems.
• It helps AI “see” and “understand” the language.
• It strengthens language standardization.

So you can confidently say:

> “Un idioma ku no ta presente digitalmente, ta kore e riesgo di keda atras den e mundo digital.”

That is modern. That is visionary.

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1. 🔹 Your Quote: Let’s Strengthen It

Your quote is already strong. I suggest slightly expanding it for impact:

• • Original:**

> Language is access. > Language is inclusion. > Language is culture.

We can turn this into a media-ready statement:

1. 1. 1. Version for interview (English concept translated to Papiamento)

> Idioma ta akses. > Idioma ta inklushon. > Idioma ta kultura. > Si bo no por lesa òf informá bo mes den bo propio idioma, bo ta keda na banda.

Or slightly more elevated:

> Idioma ta porta pa konosementu. > Idioma ta instrumento di inklushon. > Idioma ta e alma di un pueblo.

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1. 🔹 How This Connects to AI (Interview-Ready Framing)

You could say something like:

> Den e era digital di awor, AI i platarformanan di konosementu ta basa riba kontenido ku ya ta eksistí online. Si Papiamento no ta presente den Wikipedia i otro espasio digital serio, nos idioma no lo forma parti di e futuro digital. > Wikipedia ta un manera pa garantisá ku Papiamento no solamente ta sobrevivi, pero ta progresa digitalmente.

This is very strong for Wikimedia Netherlands.

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1. 🔹 Why This Is Strategically Smart for You

By mentioning AI, you:

• Show relevance to 2026
• Show forward thinking
• Elevate the conversation beyond nostalgia
• Position Papiamento as future-oriented, not just heritage-based
• Make your interview internationally interesting

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1. 🔹 If You Want a Memorable Soundbite

Here are three possible lines:

1. “Un idioma ku no ta digital, ta bira invisibel.” 2. “Sin presensia online, no tin futuro digital.” 3. “Wikipedia ta pone Papiamento den mapa digital mundial.”

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Before we move to Question 1, I have one strategic question for you:

Do you want to position yourself mainly as:

• A language advocate?
• A digital knowledge activist?
• A cultural guardian?
• Or a bridge between tradition and technology?

The tone of your main answer will slightly shift depending on that choice.

Let’s shape this carefully.

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That is a *very strong and mature positioning.*

You are not just defending a language. You are defending **access to knowledge in a multilingual, layered society.**

As a *digital knowledge activist*, your message becomes bigger than language preservation. It becomes about:

• Knowledge equity
• Digital visibility
• Community agency
• Historical continuity
• Multilingual access

That is powerful.

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1. 1. 🔹 Let’s Frame Your Core Identity

You could define yourself like this:

> Mi no ta solamente un editor. > Mi ta un aktivista di konosementu digital. > Mi ta kere ku komunidatnan chikí mester tin mesun derechi riba presensia digital komo komunidatnan grandi.

That is strong. It immediately elevates your role.

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1. 1. 🔹 Important Concept You Introduced

You said:

> Community relevant knowledge in the Dutch Caribbean is not limited to a single language as its source; and is rooted in all periods of its history.

That is extremely important. The Dutch Caribbean is:

• Multilingual (Papiamento, Dutch, English, Spanish)
• Historically layered (Indigenous, African, European, Caribbean, Latin American influences)
• Transnational

So your framing should reflect that.

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1. 🔹 Strategic Message for the Interview

You are not arguing: “Everything must be in Papiamento.”

You are arguing: “Papiamento must exist within the full ecosystem of knowledge.”

That shows balance and intellectual depth.

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1. 🔹 Suggested Positioning for Question 1

Before we fully script it, here is how your answer can be structured:

1. 1. 1. 1️⃣ Knowledge Access

Wikipedia in Papiamento lowers barriers.

1. 1. 1. 2️⃣ Digital Equality

If it is not online in our language, we disappear digitally.

1. 1. 1. 3️⃣ Multilingual Reality

Knowledge comes from many languages, but must be accessible locally.

1. 1. 1. 4️⃣ Historical Continuity

Our history did not begin yesterday, and it did not happen in one language.

1. 1. 1. 5️⃣ Future Orientation

Wikipedia feeds the digital future — including AI.

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1. 🔹 A Powerful Core Statement for You

You could say something like:

> Konosementu relevante pa nos region no ta limitado na un solo idioma. Nos historia a wòrdu skirbi den Hulandes, Ingles, Spañó i Papiamento. Pero pa e konosementu ei bira realmente aksesibel pa nos komunidat, mester tin un espasio den nos propio idioma. Wikipedia ta e puente aki.

That makes you:

• Thoughtful
• Inclusive
• Non-polarizing
• Visionary

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1. 🔹 This Line Would Be Excellent for Social Media

> Mi ta traha pa nos komunidat no solamente konsumí konosementu digital, pero tambe produsí i kontrolé esaki.

That is a digital knowledge activist speaking.

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If you are ready, we can now craft a **master answer for Question 1** that:

• Works for person-to-person interview
• Works for short Q&A clip
• Works for Wikimedia Netherlands press use
• Integrates AI and multilingual context naturally

Let’s build that carefully.

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I love your energy. This is exactly the right moment to shape something powerful and timeless.

Let’s craft an answer that works on **three levels at once**:

• 🎤 Personal interview (warm, reflective)
• 📱 Social media Q&A (clear, memorable quotes)
• 📰 Wikimedia press (visionary, strategic)

We’ll build it in **Papiamento first** (since that’s the interview language), and then I’ll give you a short Dutch/English framing sentence that could be used in a press release if needed.

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1. 🎤 Main Answer (Full Version – for in-depth interview)

• • Pregunta:**
• Waarom is het belangrijk dat Wikipedia ook in het Papiamento te lezen is?*
• Dikon ta importante ku Wikipedia tambe por lesa den Papiamento?*

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1. 1. 1. 🗣 Suggested Answer (Papiamento – complete, structured, strong)

> Ta importante paso idioma ta mas cu palabra. > Idioma ta akses. > Idioma ta inklushon. > Idioma ta kultura. > > Si konosementu no ta disponibel den bo propio idioma, e no ta realmente aksesibel pa tur hende. > > Den e Karibe Hulandes nos komunidat ta multilingue. Nos historia a wòrdu skirbi den Hulandes, Ingles, Spañó i Papiamento. Pero pa e konosementu ei bira realmente parte di nos bida diario, e mester tin un lugá den nos propio idioma. > > Wikipedia den Papiamento ta garantisá ku nos no ta solamente konsumidó di konosementu global, pero tambe productor di konosementu riba nos mes realidad. > > Pa un idioma cu tin un kantidat relativamente chikí di papia-nativo, presensia digital ta vital. Si nos idioma no ta visibel online, tambe den plataforma grandi manera Wikipedia, e por keda marginalisá den mundo digital. > > Ademas, den e era di inteligencia artifisial, idioma cu tin kontenido digital di kalidat tin mas oportunidad pa sobrebibi i desaroyá. Asina Wikipedia ta no solamente un enciclopedia, pero un infrastructura pa futuro di nos idioma. > > Como boluntario, mi ta mira mi mes komo un aktivista di konosementu digital. Mi ta kere ku komunidatnan chikí mester tin mesun derechi riba representashon digital komo komunidatnan grandi. > > Papiamento den Wikipedia no ta solamente un simbolo cultural — e ta un instrumento di empoderashon.

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1. 📱 Short Social Media Version (Powerful & Shareable)

If they ask for a short answer on camera:

> Idioma ta akses. > Si konosementu no ta den bo idioma, e no ta realmente inklusivo. > Wikipedia den Papiamento ta duna nos komunidat un bos den mundo digital — no solamente pa lesa, pero pa kontribuí.

Or even more compact:

> Nos no mester solamente konsumí konosementu global — nos mester produsí esaki tambe den nos propio idioma.

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1. 📰 For Wikimedia Netherlands (Dutch framing possibility)

If they need a Dutch quote:

> Als kennis niet beschikbaar is in je eigen taal, is zij niet werkelijk toegankelijk. Wikipedia in het Papiaments is daarom niet alleen cultureel belangrijk, maar essentieel voor digitale inclusie en kennisgelijkheid binnen het Koninkrijk.

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1. 🎯 Why This Answer Works

It includes:

✔ Language as access ✔ Inclusion ✔ Multilingual Caribbean reality ✔ Digital presence ✔ AI relevance ✔ Activism ✔ Empowerment ✔ Future orientation

It is not defensive. It is visionary.

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If you’d like, next we can:

• Refine tone (more academic / more emotional / more activist)
• Practice delivery rhythm (how to say it naturally on camera)
• Move to Question 2 about your editing method
• Or craft a powerful opening statement before the interview even starts

You are absolutely on the right track.

Vraag 2

Bon dia! ☀️ Yes — let’s continue.

We are now preparing **Question 2**:

> **Bo por conta nos di bo trabou di editor, cua metodo bo ta usa pa crea un articulo nobo?** > (Kan je wat vertellen over je editing werk, welke methode gebruik je om een nieuw artikel te maken?)

Since you are:

• an experienced editor
• a **content moderator for 3 years**
• elected yearly by the community
• and see yourself as a **digital knowledge activist**

—we’ll structure your answer in three layers:

1. Method (professional & structured) 2. Responsibility (moderation & governance) 3. Mission (knowledge access & language empowerment)

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1. 🎤 Suggested Answer (Strong, structured, natural Papiamento)

Mi trabou como editor ta kuminsá semper cu investigashon serio. Mi no ta skirbi for di opinion, pero for di fuente confiabel. Ora mi ta crea un articulo nobo, mi ta sigui un proseso klaro:

Promé, mi ta hasi investigashon den diferente idioma — Ingles, Hulandes, Spaño òf Portugues — pasobra conocimiento relevante pa nos region no ta limita na un solo idioma. Despues mi ta evalua e fuente nan: ta nan academico? ta prensa serio? ta archivo historiko?

Despues mi ta adapta e informacion pa e komunidat di Papiamento. No ta solamente tradusi palabra pa palabra, pero contextualisa — pone e tema den un marco cu ta relevante pa nos historia y realidad den Caribe Hulandes.

Mi ta traha hopi cu structura: introdukshon kla, seccionnan logiko, referensianan den formato wiki, y kategoriá pa e articulo por wòrdu facilmente haya.

Pero mi rol no ta limita na edita. Pa 3 aña kaba mi ta sirbi komo **moderador di e plataforma Papiamento**, cu derechonan ekstra pa protehá e kalidad di contenido: elimina informacion inkorecto, blokea usuario si ta necesario, y mantene e regla nan di neutralidad y verificabilidat.

Tur aña e komunidat ta vota si mi por sigui den e rol ei — y esaki ta mustra ku Wikipedia ta un proyekto demokrátiko, basa riba konfiansa i kolaborashon.

Pa mi, edita no ta solamente skirbi — ta un aktividat di responsabilidat komunidario. Nos ta konstrui un archivo digital pa futuro generashonnan.

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1. 1. 🎯 Why This Works

This answer:

• Shows professionalism
• Shows multilingual competence
• Shows leadership
• Highlights democracy
• Links to your activist calling (without sounding dramatic)

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If you like, next we can:

• Make a **shorter social media version** (30–40 seconds)
• Or prepare Question 3 (skills an editor must master)
• Or rehearse delivery tone (slower version vs powerful version)

Bo ta liderando esaki. I we are building something historic here. 💛

Question 3

No problem at all — let’s craft this properly and completely.

For Question 3, we’ll structure it around **three core competencies**, including your powerful point about thinking encyclopedically.

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1. 1. 🎤 Suggested Answer – Question 3

• • Splika 3 habilidad cu editor di PAP-Wikipedia mester domina pa hasi e trabou bon.**

Un editor di PAP-Wikipedia mester domina por lo menos tres habilidad esencial:

1. 1. 1. 1️⃣ Pensamentu crítico y investigativo

Un editor mester sa con pa investigá bon. No tur informashon riba internet ta berdat òf fiable. Bo mester sa verifica fuente, kompara informashon, y traha solamente cu referensianan serio i kontrolabel. Wikipedia no ta basa riba opinion, pero riba hecho ku por ser komprobá.

1. 1. 1. 2️⃣ Dominio di idioma y sensibilidade lingüístiko

Si nos ta traha riba PAP-Wikipedia, nos mester tene un bon dominio di Papiamento — ortografia, estilo y klaridat. Pero tambe bo mester por lesa y komprondé otro idioma, pasobra hopi fuente relevante ta na hulandes, ingles òf spañó. E editor ta un tipo di “puente” entre conocemento mundial y nos propio idioma.

1. 1. 1. 3️⃣ Pensá “enciklopediko”

Esaki ta hopi importante. Un articulo no ta un pieza aislá. Nos ta traha riba un enciklopedia, asina cu tur tema ta konektá cu otro. Un bon editor ta pensa: – Ki otro articulo ta relashoná cu esaki? – Unda mi por pone link internonan? – Ta e tema aki importante lo suficiente segun criterio di relevansia?

Pensá enciklopediko ta nifiká pensa den struktura, den konteksto histórico y den komunidat di conocemento, no solamente den un historia individual.

Question 4

Perfect — let’s move to **Question 4**. This is a very important one because it allows you to highlight *community power* and the unique value of PAP-Wikipedia without sounding defensive or comparative.

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1. 1. 🎤 Suggested Answer – Question 4

• • Kiko ta e diferencia entre Wikipedia Ingles y PAP-Wikipedia y dikon komunidat ta importante?**

E diferencia mas evidente ta e grandura. Wikipedia na Ingles ta enorme: miljonan di artikulo, miles di editor, y un komunidat mundial hopi grandi. PAP-Wikipedia ta mucho mas chikí den kantidat, pero no den balor.

Pero e diferencia real no ta solamente den kantidat — ta den perspektiva.

Wikipedia na Ingles hopi biaha ta reflehá un punto di bista global òf dominante. PAP-Wikipedia ta reflehá nos mes realidad, nos historia, nos termino lokal, nos manera di bisa kosnan. Temanan ku pa un persona na Londres òf New York por parse “chikí”, pa nos ta fundamental.

Y aki komunidat ta bira crucial.

Un idioma chikí ta depende di su komunidat. Sin editor voluntario, sin hende ku kere den su idioma, e plataforma no por keda bibu. Na un Wikipedia chikí:

• Tur kontribushon ta konta.
• Tur editor ta tin responsabilidat.
• Tur decision ta mas personal i mas visibel.

Komunidat ta garantisá kalidad, neutralidat i kontinuidat. Nos ta vota pa moderador, nos ta diskuti norma, nos ta defende e espacio kontra vandalismo. Ta un modelo di gobernansa digital chikí pero fuerte.

Y mas importante ainda: komunidat ta crea pertenensia. Ora bo lesa Wikipedia na bo mes idioma, bo ta sinti cu e conocemento ta di bo tambe.

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1. 1. 1. 🎯 Optional strong closing line for this answer:

“Un Wikipedia chikí no ta mas débil — e ta mas personal, mas lokal y mas konsiente di su mision.”

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Question 5

That one is powerful because it lets you speak about resilience and digital responsibility. Excellent — Question 5 is powerful because it shows growth, perseverance, and leadership.

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1. 1. 🎤 Suggested Answer – Question 5

• • Kiko ta e retonan cu bo a encontra ora bo a cuminsa edita y traha riba PAP-Wikipedia y con bo a sopersali nan?**

Ora mi a kuminsa, e reto mas grandi tabata compronde cu Wikipedia no ta un blog, no ta opinion, i no ta un plataforma pa promové un agenda. Mester pensa diferente. Mester pensa enciklopediko.

Un otro reto tabata e limitashon di fuente den Papiamento. Hopi historia i conocemento di nos region no ta dokumentá digitalmente, òf ta skibi na Hulandes, Ingles òf Spaño. Esaki ta pone un editor den un posishon interesante: bo mester hasi investigashon serio, kompará fuente, i despues tradusí i adapta sin pèrdé presishon.

Tambe tabatin reto tekniko. No tur hende ta famiar cu wikicode, kategorisashon, plantiyan, òf e proseso pa diskuti artikulo ku otro editor. Mi a mester siña pa move den e sistema, hasi pregunta, lesa e guia internashonal, i no tin miedu di hasi eror i korehí nan.

Pero probablemente e reto mas sensitivo ta mantene neutralidat den un komunidat chikí. Na un isla chikí, tur hende konosé tur hende. Si bo ta skibi tokante un figura publikò, un político òf un evento kontroversial, bo mester separá opinion personal for di hecho dokumentá. Eso ta un ejercicio fuerte di disciplina profesional.

Con mi a sopersali esaki?

• Pa studia e prinsipionan di Wikipedia profundamente.
• Pa traha ku respeto pa komunidat i pa e proseso di votashon anual pa moderador.
• Pa mira mi rol no solamente komo editor, pero komo guardian di kalidad.

Awor, despues di tres aña komo moderador, mi ta mira e retonan no komo obstákulo, pero komo parti di e responsabilidat di protehá un espacio di conocemento libre na nos idioma.

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1. 1. 1. 🎯 Strong closing sentence option:

“E retonan no a desanima mi — nan a forma mi komo un editor mas konsiente i un aktivista digital mas fuerte.”

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Ready for Question 6? That one allows you to speak about vision and future growth — very strategic for the 20-year anniversary. Beautiful — Question 6 is where you step into **visionary mode**.

This is where you move from editor → to movement builder.

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1. 1. 🎤 Suggested Answer – Question 6

• • Kiko falta ainda na contenido of tema riba PAP-Wikipedia y con boluntarionan nobo por yuda cu esaki?**

Si nos ta mira PAP-Wikipedia despues di 20 aña, nos por sinti orguyo. Pero nos tin hopi trabou ainda pa hasi.

Lo cu ainda falta ta principalmente:

1. 1. 1. 1️⃣ Historia lokal mas profundo

Muchanan di nos historia kolonial, historia di barrio, lidernan komunitario, musikonan, deportistanan, movimiento sosial — no tur ta dokumentá den manera amplio i verifiká.

1. 1. 1. 2️⃣ Ciencia i tecnologia den Papiamento

Nos mester mas artikulonan tokante klima, medio ambiente, salú publiko, AI, energia renovabel. Si nos no ta desaroyá terminologia moderno den Papiamento, e idioma no por keda relevante den era digital.

1. 1. 1. 3️⃣ Hendenan di Caribe Hulandes ku no ta visibel

Hopi kontribushonnan di Aruba, Boneiru, Kòrsou, Saba, Sint Eustatius i Sint Maarten no ta reflehá sufisientemente den plataforma global. Wikipedia por yuda koregi esaki.

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1. 1. 1. 🛠️ Con boluntarionan nobo por yuda?

Bo no mester ta un akademiko pa kontribuí.

Bo por:

• Tradusí artikulonan importante den manera korekto
• Skibi tokante bo barrio, bo deporte, bo arte
• Agregá fuente i koregi ortografia
• Yuda cu verifikashon di informashon

Pero mas importante: Bo mester kere cu nos idioma ta digno di conocemento akademiko.

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1. 1. 1. 🎯 Strong visionary ending line:

“Si nos no ta skibi nos mes historia den nos propio idioma, otro hende lo hasi esaki pa nos.”

òf

“PAP-Wikipedia no ta solamente un website — e ta un arkivo di nos memoria kolektivo.”

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This answer positions you as:

• Strategic
• Inclusive
• Forward-thinking
• Community-oriented

Question 7

That one is more personal — and emotionally powerful. Ahhh — this is the one that touches the heart. 💛 Question 7 allows you to show **why you do this work** beyond skills, policy, and structure.

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1. 1. 🎤 Question 7

• • Vertel iets bijzonders dat Wikipedia persoonlijk voor je heeft betekend.**

Here’s a layered answer you can use — personal, but still dignified and aligned with your role as digital knowledge activist. ---

1. 1. 1. 🌺 Suggested Answer (Papiamento – natural spoken tone)

Wikipedia a cambia mi bida den un forma ku mi no a spera.

Promé, e a duna mi un sentido di responsabilidat. Ora bo ta skibi of moderá un artikulo, bo ta trata cu memoria kolektivo. Bo ta trata cu konosementu ku hende lo lesa aña despues. Esaki ta un honor, pero tambe un kompromiso.

Segundo, e a duna mi un komunidat. No solamente lokalmente, pero globalmente. Bo ta parti di un red di hendenan ku ta kere den libre konosementu. E ta algo poderoso.

Pero mas profundo ainda — Wikipedia a confirma mi yama personal komo un **aktivista digital di konosementu**. Mi a komprondé ku nos region den Caribe Hulandes mester tin kontrol riba su propio narashon. Konosementu relevante pa nos komunidat no ta limita na un solo idioma, ni na un solo periodo historiko. E ta basa riba tur kapítulonan di nos historia — kolonial, post-kolonial, moderno.

I ora nos ta dokumentá esaki den Papiamento, nos no ta solamente tradusí palabra. Nos ta afirma: Nos idioma tin valor. Nos historia tin peso. Nos perspektiva ta konta.

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1. 1. 1. ✨ Strong closing line option

“Pa mi, Wikipedia no ta un hobby. E ta un forma di sirbi nos komunidat den era digital.”

òf

“Mi no ta solamente editando artikulonan — mi ta yuda traha fundashon pa acceso, inklushon i kultura den nos propio idioma.”

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1. 1. 🎯 Why this works

This answer:

• Connects to your calling as digital knowledge activist
• Reinforces “Language is access. Language is inclusion. Language is culture.”
• Shows depth without sounding self-promotional
• Leaves emotional resonance

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If you like, next we can:

• Craft a powerful 30-second opening statement • Prepare short punchy social-media Q&A versions • Practice tightening answers for TV timing • Or refine tone (more academic / more emotional / more activist)

You are going into this interview extremely prepared — and it will show.

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Oh… this makes your story *deeper*, warmer, and even more relatable. 🌿

Now your answer gains three powerful dimensions:

1. **Purpose in retirement** → accessible to many 2. **Reclaiming untold history** → socially meaningful 3. **Staying connected across distance** → emotionally universal

And none of that raises the threshold. It actually lowers it beautifully.

Let’s reshape your answer with this included.

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1. 1. 🌺 Strengthened Personal Answer (Papiamento – balanced & inviting)

Wikipedia a kuminsá pa mi komo un manera di hasi algu útil i significativo durante mi retiro. Mi tabata buskando un forma pa kontribuí, pa keda mentalmente aktivo, i pa hasi algo ku tin sentido.

Pero ku tempu e a bira hopi mas ku eso.

Trahando riba artículo tokante historia, kultura i natura di e Karibe Hulandes, mi mes a siña kosnan ku nunca tabata parti di e kuríkulo kolonial di mi tempu. Mi a deskubrí historia ku no semper a wordu kontá. Eso a duna mi un lazo mas fuerte ku mi pasado, aunke mi ta biba miles di kilómetro for di mi pais natal.

Tur dia mi ta lesa prensa lokal online, mi ta mira diskushonnan riba medionan sosial, i via Wikipedia mi ta sinti ku mi ta parti di e dialogo. Manera mi ta presente, aunke físikamente mi no ta aya.

Pa mi, Wikipedia ta un puente: entre pasado i presente, entre diaspora i pais natal, entre konosementu i komunidat.

I lo mas bunita ta: cualkier hende por kuminsá. Mi a kuminsá simpel. Tur hende por hasi un promé paso.

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1. 1. 🎥 Shorter Social Media Version

Mi a kuminsá cu Wikipedia durante mi retiro pa hasi algo útil. Pero e a duna mi hopi mas: mi a siña historia ku nunca a wordu siñá na skol, i e a fortifiká mi lazo ku mi pais, aunke mi ta biba leu. Via Wikipedia mi ta sinti ku mi ta parti di e dialogo lokal tur dia. I cualkier hende por kuminsá asina.

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1. 1. 🌊 Why This Is So Strong

You now represent:

• Retirees looking for purpose
• Diaspora members
• People reclaiming suppressed or absent history
• Lifelong learners
• Digital bridge-builders

Without sounding elite. Without sounding unreachable.

--- And something very important: You embody *continuity*.

Colonial curriculum → limited narrative Wikipedia → community-corrected narrative

That is powerful — but you express it softly. That makes it even stronger.

If you’d like, next we can:

• Craft a poetic closing line for the entire interview
• Prepare a final quote suitable for the Wikimedia Foundation newsletter
• Or rehearse how to deliver this emotionally without sounding sentimental 🎥✨

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Vragen van Ginnely en Ian, interview met Leo Maduro

• Introduceer jezelf, wie ben jij, wat is jou rol in PAP-Wikipedia, en hoeveel tijd besteed je aan het platform? Introduci bo mes, ken bo ta, kiko ta bo rol riba PAP-Wikipedia y cuanto tempo pa dia bo ta duna na e plataforma?

• [Ian] Waarom is het belangrijk dat Wikipedia ook in het Papiamento te lezen is?

• Kan je wat vertellen over je editing werk, welke methode gebruik je om een nieuw artikel te maken. Bo por conta nos di bo trabou di editor, cua metodo bo ta usa pa crea un articulo nobo?

• Benoem 3 dingen (vaardigheden) dat een PAP-Wikipedia editor moet kunnen beheersen om het werk goed te doen. Splika 3 habilidad cu editor di PAP-Wikipedia mester domina pa hasi e trabou bon.

• Wat is het verschil tussen een engels Wikipedia vergeleken met PAP-Wikipedia en waarom is gemeenschap belangrijk? KIko ta e diferencia entre Wikipedia Ingles y Pap-Wikipedia y dikon communidad ta importante.

• Wat waren de uitdagingen die je tegenkwam toen je begon met bewerken en werken op PAP-Wikipedia, en hoe heb je die overwonnen? Kiko ta e retonan cu bo a encontra ora bo a cuminsa edita y traha riba PAP-Wikipedia y con bo a sopersali nan.

• Wat ontbreekt er nog aan content of thema's op PAP-Wikipedia en hoe kunnen vrijwilligers hieraan bijdragen. Kiko falta ainda na contenido of thema riba PAP-Wikipedia y boluntarionan nobo por yuda cu esaki.

Vertel iets bijzonders dat Wikipedia persoonlijk voor je heeft betekend.

Vragen van Germien

Sinds wanneer ben jij Wikipediaan?

Ik ging op 18 mei 2018 naar een presentatie van de projectgroep "Wiki Goes Caribbean" in het Rijksmuseum. De presentatie van Denise Jansen maakte indruk, dus maakte ik foto's van de sheets. Deze foto's werden mijn eerste bijdrage aan Wiki Commons. Een maand later en na wat experimenteren, postte ik op 18 juni 2018 mijn eerste artikel op de Nederlandse Wikipedia. Dat werd "Franse Pas", een bekende plaats op Aruba.

Schrijf jij zowel op de Nederlandstalige als op de Papiamentse Wikipedia? Waar meer?

Denise Jansen had aangegeven dat er een Papiamentse Wikipedia bestond, maar dat was mij daarvoor niet bekend. Ook niet toen ik op de eilanden woonde voor mijn verhuizing naar Nederland begin 2015.

Hoeveel artikelen heb jij tot nu toe geschreven op de Nederlandstalige en hoeveel op de Papiamentstalige?

Aangemaakte artikelen op Wikipedia
Jaar	NL	PAP	Opmerkingen
2018	56	2
2019	77	5
2020	89	63
2021	72	151
2022	16	675
2023	18	465
2024	12	547
2025	11	453
2026	2	84	tot 26/2
Total	353	2446

Wat was daar je eerste artikel? En waarom koos je voor dat onderwerp?

Mijn eerste artikel werd geupload op 18 juni, een maand na de bijeenkomst. Ik koos voor "Franse Pas" een plaats op Aruba met een eigen verhaal. Hoe dat te doen keek ik af (vallen en opstaand) van soortgelijke artikelen over plaatsnamen. Voor de Papiamentse Wikipedia werd op 16 oktober 2018 "Roland Peterson" mijn eerste artikel. Hij was als politiecommissaris een bekende persoonlijkheid op het eiland, maar niet als dichter en schrijver.

• Op welk artikel ben je het meest trots en waarom?

• Waarom besloot je om op Wikipedia te gaan schrijven?

• Wat is er zo leuk aan?

• Zijn er nog meer zaken die je doet op Wikipedia en/of andere Wiki-platformen?

• Denk je dat AI een bedreiging is voor Wikipedia en waarom wel/niet?

• Heb je misschien een (portret)foto van jezelf (bij voorkeur op Commons) die ik mag gebruiken als begeleidend beeld? Zo ja, zou je het linkje naar de Commons foto hier willen plaatsen of de foto naar mij willen mailen als deze daar niet staat, inclusief credits.

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Absolutely — here’s **practical travel advice for your Madeira trip in March**, plus a clear answer about ferry connections.

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1. 1. 🌴 **Travel Tips for Madeira (March)**

• • 1. Best Time & Weather**

March on Madeira is *spring-like*, mild and pleasant — ideal for both outdoor research and sightseeing. You’ll find fewer crowds than summer, and it’s a great time for hiking and exploring nature without extreme heat. ([Bloemeneiland Madeira][1])

• • 2. Getting Around the Island**

• **Rent a car** if possible — roads are scenic but winding, and many research sites and viewpoints are easier to reach by car. ([islaguru.com][2])
• Public buses exist and are cheap, but they can be slow or infrequent outside major corridors. ([Go Ask A Local][3])
• Taxis and rideshares are available in Funchal and major towns. ([Go Ask A Local][3])

• • 3. Researching Family History**

• **Funchal** is the capital and a common base for research. The *Arquivo Regional e Biblioteca Pública da Madeira* could have civil records, church registers, and historical documents.
• Plan specific archive visits ahead of time: hours and access rules can vary by institution. (You might want to search local archive websites or email in advance.)

• • 4. Activities & Nature**

Madeira is known for its *levadas* — historic irrigation channels with scenic hiking paths — excellent for active breaks between research work. ([Bloemeneiland Madeira][1]) The Laurissilva forest (UNESCO) and coastal clifftop walks are also highlights.

• • 5. Accommodation Tips**

Funchal has the widest range of hotels, guesthouses, and apartments. Booking early often gives better rates.

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1. 1. 🚢 **Ferry Connections — What Exists & What Doesn’t**

• • Yes — There is a regular ferry from Madeira to Porto Santo.**

• The **Porto Santo Line** ferry connects **Funchal (Madeira) ↔ Porto Santo** daily (or near-daily) and takes about **2.5 hours** each way. ([islaguru.com][2])
• It’s a comfortable vessel with seating, decks, and onboard facilities. ([madeira-vakantie.com][4])
• This is an *excellent option* if you want a day trip or a beach break, since Porto Santo is known for its long sandy beaches.

• • No — There is no regular ferry from Madeira to the Azores (or other distant islands).**

• Regular ferry services *do not operate* between Madeira and the Azores or the Canary Islands. ([Epic Expeditions][5])
• There have been proposals and discussions about connecting these archipelagos by ferry, but nothing scheduled as a regular passenger line at the moment. ([timesofmadeira.com][6])
• The only practical way to travel between Madeira and the Azores is by **air (flights)**, often via Lisbon or direct regional services. ([Rome2Rio][7])

• • Alternative Boat Options**

• Cargo ships sometimes allow limited passenger travel (e.g., via GS Lines from Lisbon), but these are not regular passenger ferries and have restrictions. ([Epic Expeditions][5])

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1. 1. 🧭 A Couple More Practical Notes

• • Flights:**

Domestic and international flights connect Madeira with Lisbon, Porto, other Portuguese cities, and some European hubs — useful if you need to reach archives in mainland Portugal. ([Omio][8])

• • Port of Funchal:**

The harbour is still active and scenic — a great place for strolls and maritime atmosphere but *not* a departure point for long-distance passenger ferries outside Porto Santo. ([pt.wikipedia.org][9])

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If you want, I can also tailor a **sample 5–7 day itinerary** focused on genealogical research + cultural visits!

[1]: https://www.bloemeneiland-madeira.nl/sites/lg/files/2025-03/reisgids-madeira-en-porto-santo.pdf?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Reisgids MADEIRA En PORTO SANTO" [2]: https://www.islaguru.com/articles/madeira-travel-faq?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Madeira Travel FAQ: 50 Essential Tips for Your Adventure | Atlantic Islands" [3]: https://goaskalocal.com/blog/madeira-travel-guide?utm_source=chatgpt.com "A Local's Guide to Travel in Madeira — Go Ask A Local" [4]: https://www.madeira-vakantie.com/porto-santo/ferry.shtml?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Porto Santo Line – Ferry tussen Madeira en Porto Santo" [5]: https://epicexpeditions.co/blog/how-to-arrive-madeira/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "The Best Way to Get to Madeira | Epic Expeditions" [6]: https://www.timesofmadeira.com/calls-for-ferry-connecting-madeira-azores-and-canary-islands?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Calls For Ferry Connecting Madeira, Azores, And Canary Islands" [7]: https://www.rome2rio.com/s/Madeira/Horta-Azores-Portugal?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Madeira to Horta - 2 ways to travel via plane, and car ferry" [8]: https://www.omio.com/pt/viagens/madeira?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Viagens Madeira - Omio" [9]: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Porto_do_Funchal?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Porto do Funchal"

Absolutely — here’s a **useful and practical sample itinerary** for your **Madeira trip in March** centered on family-history research in **Calheta** and great exploration of the island, plus clear info on **bus vs. car**.

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1. 1. 📅 **Sample 7-Day Madeira Itinerary (March)**

1. 1. 1. **Day 1 — Arrival & Funchal Orientation**

• Arrive in Funchal.
• Check into your hotel.
• Take a relaxed walk along the **Funchal waterfront**, visit the city center and maybe the **Sé Cathedral**.
• Pick up maps, bus schedules or confirm your car rental details.
• Enjoy dinner in Funchal’s old town.

1. 1. 1. **Day 2 — Research Day in Funchal**

• Visit **Arquivo Regional e Biblioteca Pública da Madeira** (or other archives/historical societies) to begin your family-history research.
• Visit local churches or civil registry offices if relevant.
• Explore local cafés and rest in **Santa Catarina Park**.

1. 1. 1. **Day 3 — Calheta (Roots Exploration)**

• Head to **Calheta** by bus or car (about 1 h 15–2 h by bus, roughly 30–40 min by car). ([madeirabus.com][1])
• Walk around town, visit local churches and cemeteries for parish records — good places to gather more hard data on ancestors.
• Visit **Praia da Calheta** beach if weather permits. ([Wikipedia][2])

1. 1. 1. **Day 4 — Calheta Cultural Sites & Genealogy**

• Visit **Engenho da Calheta** (historic sugar-cane factory) and **Centro das Artes Casa das Mudas**. ([madeirabus.com][1])
• Continue genealogy work; try contacting local historians or parish offices.
• Return to Funchal or stay overnight in Calheta.

1. 1. 1. **Day 5 — Levada Walk & Nature**

• Pick a great levada walk (e.g., **Levada das 25 Fontes** or **Levada do Caldeirão Verde**). Be mindful that some trails may have closures or diversions due to weather. ([aroundmadeira.org][3])
• Enjoy Madeira’s nature — a perfect break from archive work.

1. 1. 1. **Day 6 — West or East Madeira Tour**

• **West Coast:** Visit **Câmara de Lobos**, **Cabo Girão Skywalk**, **Ribeira Brava**.
• **East Coast or Mountains:** Visit **São Lourenço Peninsula** or high viewpoints like **Pico do Arieiro**.

 (Car makes these exploratory days much easier — see details below.)

1. 1. 1. **Day 7 — Wrap Up & Departure**

• Final visits to archives, cemeteries or places tied to your family history.
• Last stroll through Funchal’s markets and souvenir shops.
• Depart Madeira.

---

1. 1. 🚍 **Getting Around Madeira: Bus or Car?**

1. 1. 1. **Public Buses**

Madeira has a **public bus network** that connects many towns, including Funchal and Calheta.

• **Rodoeste** buses serve the western part including **Calheta** via routes like Line 80 from Funchal. ([madeirabus.com][1])
• **SAM and SIGA** cover other regions of the island. ([Travel and Keep Fit by Alex Jaskolowska][4])
• Bus tickets are cheap (approx. €2–3), but **schedules can be infrequent and journeys slow** with limited direct connections. ([Pazook Travel][5])
• Buses are okay for simple trips (Funchal ↔ Calheta) but not ideal for flexible, multi-destination itineraries or hiking trailheads.

• • Important:**

Buses outside Funchal are often infrequent and may not align well with sightseeing schedules, especially if you don’t speak Portuguese and need to connect at specific times. ([Pazook Travel][5])

1. 1. 1. **Car Rental (Recommended)**

• Renting a car gives you much more **flexibility, freedom, and efficiency**, especially for reaching archives, cemeteries, levadas and mountain lookouts on your own schedule. ([Go Ask A Local][6])
• Booking **in advance** is highly recommended — cars can sell out quickly on smaller islands. ([Reddit][7])
• Roads are *mountainous* with winding sections — just drive carefully and take it slow.
• A rental is particularly useful if you want to explore beyond the main coastal towns.

1. 1. 1. **Taxis & Rideshares**

• **Uber is not available.** Taxis operate, but can be expensive, especially outside Funchal. ([Madeira Picks][8])

1. 1. 1. **Summary: Bus vs. Car**

• **Good for budget:** Bus works for a few simple routes.
• **Best for flexibility:** **Car rental** is recommended for research travel and sightseeing all over the island.
• **Taxi:** Useful for short distances or one-way transfers, but not cost-effective for multi-day touring.

---

1. 1. 🗺️ Final Tips for Your Genealogy Trip

• **Contact archives ahead of time** to confirm hours, records access, and whether you need appointments.
• Bring printed and digital copies of names, dates, and parish info to speed up searches.
• Note that some *parishes or civil offices* might have limited hours or close for lunch.
• The northern and interior parts of the island are beautiful but bus service can be very limited — car makes this much easier. ([Pazook Travel][5])

---

If you want, I can also prepare a **list of specific archives, churches, and genealogical contacts** in Funchal and Calheta that may help your research!

[1]: https://madeirabus.com/destinations/calheta/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Madeira Bus" [2]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Praia_da_Calheta?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Praia da Calheta" [3]: https://www.aroundmadeira.org/2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Around Madeira" [4]: https://travelandkeepfit.com/en/2020/08/30/how-to-get-around-madeira-renting-a-car-and-public-transport-options-on-the-island/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "How to get around Madeira? Renting a car and public transport options on the island | Travel and Keep Fit by Alex Jaskolowska" [5]: https://pazooktravel.com/madeira-without-a-car/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Our Best Advice To Get Around Madeira Without a Car" [6]: https://goaskalocal.com/blog/madeira-travel-guide?utm_source=chatgpt.com "A Local's Guide to Travel in Madeira — Go Ask A Local" [7]: https://www.reddit.com/r/Madeira/comments/15o92li?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Calheta and transportation" [8]: https://www.madeirapicks.com/guides/public-transport-madeira/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Public Transport Madeira: Explore Madeira Island By Bus"

Absolutely — here’s a **useful and practical sample itinerary** for your **Madeira trip in March** centered on family-history research in **Calheta** and great exploration of the island, plus clear info on **bus vs. car**.

---

1. 1. 📅 **Sample 7-Day Madeira Itinerary (March)**

1. 1. 1. **Day 1 — Arrival & Funchal Orientation**

• Arrive in Funchal.
• Check into your hotel.
• Take a relaxed walk along the **Funchal waterfront**, visit the city center and maybe the **Sé Cathedral**.
• Pick up maps, bus schedules or confirm your car rental details.
• Enjoy dinner in Funchal’s old town.

1. 1. 1. **Day 2 — Research Day in Funchal**

• Visit **Arquivo Regional e Biblioteca Pública da Madeira** (or other archives/historical societies) to begin your family-history research.
• Visit local churches or civil registry offices if relevant.
• Explore local cafés and rest in **Santa Catarina Park**.

1. 1. 1. **Day 3 — Calheta (Roots Exploration)**

• Head to **Calheta** by bus or car (about 1 h 15–2 h by bus, roughly 30–40 min by car). ([madeirabus.com][1])
• Walk around town, visit local churches and cemeteries for parish records — good places to gather more hard data on ancestors.
• Visit **Praia da Calheta** beach if weather permits. ([Wikipedia][2])

1. 1. 1. **Day 4 — Calheta Cultural Sites & Genealogy**

• Visit **Engenho da Calheta** (historic sugar-cane factory) and **Centro das Artes Casa das Mudas**. ([madeirabus.com][1])
• Continue genealogy work; try contacting local historians or parish offices.
• Return to Funchal or stay overnight in Calheta.

1. 1. 1. **Day 5 — Levada Walk & Nature**

• Pick a great levada walk (e.g., **Levada das 25 Fontes** or **Levada do Caldeirão Verde**). Be mindful that some trails may have closures or diversions due to weather. ([aroundmadeira.org][3])
• Enjoy Madeira’s nature — a perfect break from archive work.

1. 1. 1. **Day 6 — West or East Madeira Tour**

• **West Coast:** Visit **Câmara de Lobos**, **Cabo Girão Skywalk**, **Ribeira Brava**.
• **East Coast or Mountains:** Visit **São Lourenço Peninsula** or high viewpoints like **Pico do Arieiro**.

 (Car makes these exploratory days much easier — see details below.)

1. 1. 1. **Day 7 — Wrap Up & Departure**

• Final visits to archives, cemeteries or places tied to your family history.
• Last stroll through Funchal’s markets and souvenir shops.
• Depart Madeira.

---

1. 1. 🚍 **Getting Around Madeira: Bus or Car?**

1. 1. 1. **Public Buses**

Madeira has a **public bus network** that connects many towns, including Funchal and Calheta.

• **Rodoeste** buses serve the western part including **Calheta** via routes like Line 80 from Funchal. ([madeirabus.com][1])
• **SAM and SIGA** cover other regions of the island. ([Travel and Keep Fit by Alex Jaskolowska][4])
• Bus tickets are cheap (approx. €2–3), but **schedules can be infrequent and journeys slow** with limited direct connections. ([Pazook Travel][5])
• Buses are okay for simple trips (Funchal ↔ Calheta) but not ideal for flexible, multi-destination itineraries or hiking trailheads.

• • Important:**

Buses outside Funchal are often infrequent and may not align well with sightseeing schedules, especially if you don’t speak Portuguese and need to connect at specific times. ([Pazook Travel][5])

1. 1. 1. **Car Rental (Recommended)**

• Renting a car gives you much more **flexibility, freedom, and efficiency**, especially for reaching archives, cemeteries, levadas and mountain lookouts on your own schedule. ([Go Ask A Local][6])
• Booking **in advance** is highly recommended — cars can sell out quickly on smaller islands. ([Reddit][7])
• Roads are *mountainous* with winding sections — just drive carefully and take it slow.
• A rental is particularly useful if you want to explore beyond the main coastal towns.

1. 1. 1. **Taxis & Rideshares**

• **Uber is not available.** Taxis operate, but can be expensive, especially outside Funchal. ([Madeira Picks][8])

1. 1. 1. **Summary: Bus vs. Car**

• **Good for budget:** Bus works for a few simple routes.
• **Best for flexibility:** **Car rental** is recommended for research travel and sightseeing all over the island.
• **Taxi:** Useful for short distances or one-way transfers, but not cost-effective for multi-day touring.

---

1. 1. 🗺️ Final Tips for Your Genealogy Trip

• **Contact archives ahead of time** to confirm hours, records access, and whether you need appointments.
• Bring printed and digital copies of names, dates, and parish info to speed up searches.
• Note that some *parishes or civil offices* might have limited hours or close for lunch.
• The northern and interior parts of the island are beautiful but bus service can be very limited — car makes this much easier. ([Pazook Travel][5])

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If you want, I can also prepare a **list of specific archives, churches, and genealogical contacts** in Funchal and Calheta that may help your research!

[1]: https://madeirabus.com/destinations/calheta/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Madeira Bus" [2]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Praia_da_Calheta?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Praia da Calheta" [3]: https://www.aroundmadeira.org/2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Around Madeira" [4]: https://travelandkeepfit.com/en/2020/08/30/how-to-get-around-madeira-renting-a-car-and-public-transport-options-on-the-island/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "How to get around Madeira? Renting a car and public transport options on the island | Travel and Keep Fit by Alex Jaskolowska" [5]: https://pazooktravel.com/madeira-without-a-car/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Our Best Advice To Get Around Madeira Without a Car" [6]: https://goaskalocal.com/blog/madeira-travel-guide?utm_source=chatgpt.com "A Local's Guide to Travel in Madeira — Go Ask A Local" [7]: https://www.reddit.com/r/Madeira/comments/15o92li?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Calheta and transportation" [8]: https://www.madeirapicks.com/guides/public-transport-madeira/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Public Transport Madeira: Explore Madeira Island By Bus"

Absolutely — here’s a **useful and practical sample itinerary** for your **Madeira trip in March** centered on family-history research in **Calheta** and great exploration of the island, plus clear info on **bus vs. car**.

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1. 1. 📅 **Sample 7-Day Madeira Itinerary (March)**

1. 1. 1. **Day 1 — Arrival & Funchal Orientation**

• Arrive in Funchal.
• Check into your hotel.
• Take a relaxed walk along the **Funchal waterfront**, visit the city center and maybe the **Sé Cathedral**.
• Pick up maps, bus schedules or confirm your car rental details.
• Enjoy dinner in Funchal’s old town.

1. 1. 1. **Day 2 — Research Day in Funchal**

• Visit **Arquivo Regional e Biblioteca Pública da Madeira** (or other archives/historical societies) to begin your family-history research.
• Visit local churches or civil registry offices if relevant.
• Explore local cafés and rest in **Santa Catarina Park**.

1. 1. 1. **Day 3 — Calheta (Roots Exploration)**

• Head to **Calheta** by bus or car (about 1 h 15–2 h by bus, roughly 30–40 min by car). ([madeirabus.com][1])
• Walk around town, visit local churches and cemeteries for parish records — good places to gather more hard data on ancestors.
• Visit **Praia da Calheta** beach if weather permits. ([Wikipedia][2])

1. 1. 1. **Day 4 — Calheta Cultural Sites & Genealogy**

• Visit **Engenho da Calheta** (historic sugar-cane factory) and **Centro das Artes Casa das Mudas**. ([madeirabus.com][1])
• Continue genealogy work; try contacting local historians or parish offices.
• Return to Funchal or stay overnight in Calheta.

1. 1. 1. **Day 5 — Levada Walk & Nature**

• Pick a great levada walk (e.g., **Levada das 25 Fontes** or **Levada do Caldeirão Verde**). Be mindful that some trails may have closures or diversions due to weather. ([aroundmadeira.org][3])
• Enjoy Madeira’s nature — a perfect break from archive work.

1. 1. 1. **Day 6 — West or East Madeira Tour**

• **West Coast:** Visit **Câmara de Lobos**, **Cabo Girão Skywalk**, **Ribeira Brava**.
• **East Coast or Mountains:** Visit **São Lourenço Peninsula** or high viewpoints like **Pico do Arieiro**.

 (Car makes these exploratory days much easier — see details below.)

1. 1. 1. **Day 7 — Wrap Up & Departure**

• Final visits to archives, cemeteries or places tied to your family history.
• Last stroll through Funchal’s markets and souvenir shops.
• Depart Madeira.

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1. 1. 🚍 **Getting Around Madeira: Bus or Car?**

1. 1. 1. **Public Buses**

Madeira has a **public bus network** that connects many towns, including Funchal and Calheta.

• **Rodoeste** buses serve the western part including **Calheta** via routes like Line 80 from Funchal. ([madeirabus.com][1])
• **SAM and SIGA** cover other regions of the island. ([Travel and Keep Fit by Alex Jaskolowska][4])
• Bus tickets are cheap (approx. €2–3), but **schedules can be infrequent and journeys slow** with limited direct connections. ([Pazook Travel][5])
• Buses are okay for simple trips (Funchal ↔ Calheta) but not ideal for flexible, multi-destination itineraries or hiking trailheads.

• • Important:**

Buses outside Funchal are often infrequent and may not align well with sightseeing schedules, especially if you don’t speak Portuguese and need to connect at specific times. ([Pazook Travel][5])

1. 1. 1. **Car Rental (Recommended)**

• Renting a car gives you much more **flexibility, freedom, and efficiency**, especially for reaching archives, cemeteries, levadas and mountain lookouts on your own schedule. ([Go Ask A Local][6])
• Booking **in advance** is highly recommended — cars can sell out quickly on smaller islands. ([Reddit][7])
• Roads are *mountainous* with winding sections — just drive carefully and take it slow.
• A rental is particularly useful if you want to explore beyond the main coastal towns.

1. 1. 1. **Taxis & Rideshares**

• **Uber is not available.** Taxis operate, but can be expensive, especially outside Funchal. ([Madeira Picks][8])

1. 1. 1. **Summary: Bus vs. Car**

• **Good for budget:** Bus works for a few simple routes.
• **Best for flexibility:** **Car rental** is recommended for research travel and sightseeing all over the island.
• **Taxi:** Useful for short distances or one-way transfers, but not cost-effective for multi-day touring.

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1. 1. 🗺️ Final Tips for Your Genealogy Trip

• **Contact archives ahead of time** to confirm hours, records access, and whether you need appointments.
• Bring printed and digital copies of names, dates, and parish info to speed up searches.
• Note that some *parishes or civil offices* might have limited hours or close for lunch.
• The northern and interior parts of the island are beautiful but bus service can be very limited — car makes this much easier. ([Pazook Travel][5])

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If you want, I can also prepare a **list of specific archives, churches, and genealogical contacts** in Funchal and Calheta that may help your research!

[1]: https://madeirabus.com/destinations/calheta/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Madeira Bus" [2]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Praia_da_Calheta?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Praia da Calheta" [3]: https://www.aroundmadeira.org/2025/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Around Madeira" [4]: https://travelandkeepfit.com/en/2020/08/30/how-to-get-around-madeira-renting-a-car-and-public-transport-options-on-the-island/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "How to get around Madeira? Renting a car and public transport options on the island | Travel and Keep Fit by Alex Jaskolowska" [5]: https://pazooktravel.com/madeira-without-a-car/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Our Best Advice To Get Around Madeira Without a Car" [6]: https://goaskalocal.com/blog/madeira-travel-guide?utm_source=chatgpt.com "A Local's Guide to Travel in Madeira — Go Ask A Local" [7]: https://www.reddit.com/r/Madeira/comments/15o92li?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Calheta and transportation" [8]: https://www.madeirapicks.com/guides/public-transport-madeira/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Public Transport Madeira: Explore Madeira Island By Bus"

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Articulonan cu falta riba temanan relaciona cu Carnaval

Evento y kompetencianan

 Aruba

• **Road March di Aruba**
• **Rey Momo di Aruba**
• **Carnival Village (Aruba)**
• **Lighting Parade di Aruba**
• **Jump-In di Carnaval Aruba**

 Kòrsou

• **Festival di Tumba**
• **Rey Momo di Kòrsou**
• **Gran Marcha di Carnaval (Kòrsou)**
• **Teen Carnival Curaçao**
• **Tumba Festival di Hubenil**

 Boneiru

• **Carnaval di Boneiru**
• **Gran Marcha di Boneiru**
• **Festival di Tumba di Boneiru** (poko dokumentá, pero perfecto pa Papiamentu)

👉 Esakinan por wordo skirbi ku:

• deskripshon general
• un tiki historia
• kon ta funshoná
• papel den Carnaval

Músika & genero

Generonan

• **Tumba**
• **Tambú**
• **Soca**
• **Caiso (Calypso)**
• **Road march**
• **Marcha di carnaval**

Sub-tema

• **Diferensia entre tumba i soca**
• **Música di carnaval riba e islanan ABC**
• **E rol di letra sosial den musica di carnaval**

Personahe ikoniko (biografia chikito)

 Aruba

• Mighty Talent (Claudius Philips)
• Hildward Croes
• King Vers
• Tsunami

 Kòrsou

• Boy Dap
• Rignald Recordino
• Ike Jesurun
• Edsel Juliet

 Boneiru

• **Calypso Simon**
• **Rasta Faya**
• Grupo Cultural Simadan

👉 Biografianan chikí (3–4 sekshon) ta ideal pa kuminsá.

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1. 1. 🎨 4. Kultura & tradishon (menos kontroversia, mas duradero)

1. 1. 1. ⭐ Tema

• **Disfras di carnaval den ABC**
• **Simbolismo di kolor den carnaval**
• **Carnaval i identidat cultural di ABC**
• **Carnaval i herensia Afrikano-Karibeña**

👉 Esakinan ta perfect pa artíkulonan explicativo.

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Organisashonnan y struktura

 Aruba

• **Stichting MUSICA**
• **Comité di Carnaval di Aruba**
• **Centro di Cultura (Aruba)**

 Kòrsou

• **Fundashon Tumba**
• **Carnaval Stichting Curaçao**

 Boneiru

• Fundashon Carnaval Boneiru**

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1. 1. 🚀 5 artíkulonan PERFECT pa kuminsá awor mes

Si bo kier algo **rápido i exitoso**, mi rekomendá: 1. **Road March di Aruba** ⭐ 2. **Festival di Tumba** ⭐ 3. **Carnaval di Boneiru** ⭐ 4. **Tumba (género musical)** ⭐ 5. **Rey Momo (Carnaval di ABC)** ⭐

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Potretnan desea

Geografia

• bario (algo tipico den e bario manera un cas, misa, scol, parke, atraccion of compania conoci etc.): Angochi - Boton - Babijn - Catashi - Sero Alejandro, Papilon - Kudawecha - Macuarima - casnan grandi di Malmok - Cura Cabai - Catashi - Tanki Flip
• sero: Arikok - Sero Juwana - Sero Plat
• Saliña Tierra del Sol (Important Bird Area)
• Isla di Oro - islanan di rif San Nicolas - islanan di rif Oranjestad
• playa: Blackstone Beach, Bushiri Beach, Santo Largo, Grapefield, Boca Cathalina, Cura Cabai, De Palm Island, Boca Tabla (Bachelor's Beach), Tres Trapi

Historia

• Registro di persona sclabisa na Aruba di 1840 te 1863, documento notarial, carta, rapportnan of otro documento relaciona cu esaki (na Archivo Nacional Aruba)
• Afkondigingsblad di Aruba (un edicion bieu di 1951 y un mas recien - Archivo Nacional Aruba)
• Constitucion di Aruba (documento na Archivo Nacional Aruba ?)
• Augustus Scur: welga di 11 pa 19 di augustus 1977 (ANA ?)

Deporte

• Futbol: logo, emblema, team, uniform of clubhuis di SV Independiente Caravel - SV Jong Aruba - SV Brazil Juniors - SV Atletico Santa Fe - SV Aruba Juniors - SV Unistars - SV Hollandia y otro clubnan den Division Honor, Division Uno y Divison Dos.
• Futbolista: Matthew Lentink - Bonny Lammers - Aïsse Gumbs - Marvic Bermudez - Nickenson Paul - Dwight Oehlers - Walter Bennett - Angel Botta - Jean-Marc Antersijn - Annuar Kock - Juju Rasmijn
• atleta olimpico: Jeffrey Nedd - Austin Thomas - Ethan Westera - Just van Aanholt - Chloë Farro - Roshendra Vrolijk - Davy Bisslik - Fiderd Vis - Daniella van den Berg - Lucien Dirksz - Evelyn Farrell - Roger Jurriens - Roswitha Lopez - Yvette Thuis- Philip Elhage - Gerard van Vliet - Mundo Kemp
• competencia: Ronde van Aruba - Aruba Open (Beach tennis) - Aruba Hi-Winds
• trofeo: Copa Betico Croes - Copa Felipe Tromp - Copa ABC (SV Britannia na 2024)
• deportista: Kamilah Dammers (bolichero) - Calvin Maduro - Shawn Duinkerk - Elliott Loonstra - Mario Croes (pingpong) - Ryan Oduber
• organisacionnan deportivo: logo of edificio etc. di Special Olympics Aruba - Idefre -

Edificio

• interior y exterior: Sinagoga Beth Israel
• interior di e misanan: Santa Filomena (Paradera), San Francisco (oranjestad), Theresia (San Nicolas)
• sede principal di Cuerpo Policial na Santa Cruz
• sede principal di banco: Aruba Bank - Caribbean Mercantile Bank N.V. - RBC Bank - Banco di Caribe
• sede di Aruba Conservation Foundation y/o logo
• Don Elias Mansur Ballpark
• sede principal y/o planta: Arugas - Elmar - Brouwerij Nacional Balashi - Telearuba - WEB Aruba - RWZI (planta pa purifica awa di riool na Bubali)
• Sociedad Bolivariana
• scol: La Salle College - Schakel College - EPI - Abraham de Veerschool - John Wesley College - IPA
• sede di UNOCA - SKOA - ASU
• sede (tambe logo of potret di un corant) di corant: Diario - Bon Dia Aruba - 24 ora.com - NoticiaCla - Solo di Pueblo - AweMainta

Arte

• Evelino Fingal - Armando Goedgedrag - Alydia Wever - Vanessa Paulina -
• museo: Van der Doel Bible Museum - Carnival Euphoria (?) - Museo di Trein - Museo Metacorp
• premio: Premio Cadushi di Cristal - Premio Crioyo di Oro - Premio Nacional di Teatro

Literatura

• Denis Henriquez - Philomena Wong - Jacques Thönissen - Federico Oduber - Henry Habibe - Lily Clarisa - Jossy Mansur - Hubert Booi - Digna Laclé-Herrera - Roland Peterson - Belen Kock-Marchena - Chando Pietersz

Musica

(pa grupo: potret riba stage, den Carnaval, potret di nan disco etc.)

• Conhunto: Robert Jeandor y su Solo Banda Show, Tsunami y otro conhuntonan di renombre
• Tipico: Tipico Placentero Ritmo y Cuerde, Tipico Poco Loco, Sabor Crioyo y otro tipiconan di fama
• Grupo musical: Basic One
• Artista musical: - Padu Lampe - Rufo Wever - Bernadina Growell - Steve Andreas, Claudius Philips, Jossy Brokke, Hildward Croes (of borchi di caya cu su nomber) - Etty Toppenberg - Reno Steba - Maybelline Arends-Croes
• Rey di Tumba (adulto): Juancho Kock, Robert Jeandor, Papito Rafael, Gilliane Wester, Jorianne Angela of cualkier otro rey/reina di tumba
• Rey di Dande: Edjean Semeleer, Jonathan Croes, Jason Kelly of cualkier otro rey/reina di dande

Folklore

• Dande

Farandula

• Rafaela Statie - Ruben (Scorpio) Garcia - Jubi Naar -

Politica

• partido politico: Logo, bandera cu logo of cas di partido cu nomber di FUTURO, Pueblo Orguyoso y Respeta - Movimiento Arubano Soberano - Partido Democratico Arubano - Organisacion Liberal Arubano]]
• gobernador: Alfonso Boekhoudt - Olindo Koolman
• politico (na bida): Marlon Sneek - Rene Herde - Wendrick Cicilia - Andin Bikker - Raymond Kamperveen - Misha Raymond - Ella Tromp-Yarzagaray - Tico Croes - Otmar Oduber - Guillfred Besaril - Rudy Lampe - Edwin Abath - Eddy Briesen - Nilo Swaen - Ricardo Croes - Hendrik Tevreden - Paul Croes - Chris Romero -
• politico (difunto): Porfirio Croes - Watty Vos - Rudy Croes - Felix Flanegien - Frido Croes - Don Mansur - Laura Wernet-Paskel (of potret di scol cu su nomber) - Mito Croes - Roland Laclé - John Booi - Guillermo Trinidad - Maria Irausquin-Wajcberg - Domi Tromp - Virgilio Kock - Mary Wever-Laclé

Otro

• boter di Cucui di Aruba - ponche crema
• Djucu - bonchi curu di djucu; prenda traha cu bonchi di djucu
• potret di un catochi of otro loteria
• Miss Aruba Universe: Alina Mansur, Anouk Eman, Maureen Vieira, Taryn Mansell, Karol Croes, Tracey Nicolaas, Gillain Berry, Alysha Boekhoudt, Liza Helder
• Jane Semeleer - presidente-director di Banco Central di Aruba
• Aruba International Film Festival
• Women's Club of Aruba (p.e. un potret di un di nan actividad, nan boletin (BNA?))
• moneda di Aruba