Inspired by the poetic words of Henriëtte Roland Holst: “De zachte krachten zullen zeker winnen in ’t eind – dit hoor ik als een innig fluistren in mij: zo ’t zweeg zou alle licht verduistren alle warmte zou verstarren van binnen.”
This theme reflects the transformative power of gentle, human connections, resonating with the mission of local organisations such as De Bron, De Dichter, Groen Kans, Philadelphia, EigenWijks to bridge divides through storytelling. By embracing softness and connection, SAMA aims to create a cultural fabric where every voice matters. This years Vrijheidsmaaltijd  honors Henriëtte Roland Holst, the Dutch poet and activist whose works resonate with themes of justice, compassion and the transformative power of love.