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Flevoparkschool students hold their own Bigi Spikri: "Everyone should know it's Keti Koti"

Flevoparkschool students hold their own Bigi Spikri: "Everyone should know it's Keti Koti"

Students from the Flevoparkschool in Amsterdam-Oost organized their own 'Bigi Spikri' parade to celebrate Keti Koti and commemorate the abolition of slavery. The event aimed to raise awareness about the history of slavery among students, parents, and local residents.

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