The organization, led by the Procurator for Government Liaison, Honorable Knight Alfred Michael Glenn Williams, will focus on humanitarian projects, sustainable housing, and local biodiversity protection.
Formalization and Purpose
In an act marking a milestone for the civil sector in Paramaribo, the registration of Stichting Mandatum Suriname has been officially recorded with the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KKF). Under file number 170293, the foundation legally commences operations after being established by a notarial deed on April 8, 2026, before Notary Chayenne Chevelle Johanna Dollart. The entity has established its operational headquarters at Marcusstraat 13, Paramaribo.
Leadership of Honorable Knight Alfred Michael Glenn Williams
Leading this ambitious structure is the Honorable Knight Alfred Michael Glenn Williams, a prominent member of the Order of Mandatum and a fundamental pillar for the organization’s establishment in Suriname, who assumes the role of Chairman and Sole Director. In his management of the Mandatum organization, his strategic profile as Procurator for Government Liaison stands out as a key element to ensure the foundation’s objectives align with public policies and the legal regulations of the Republic of Suriname. His liaison work will be crucial for the viability of the large-scale projects the organization intends to execute.
Action Pillars and Financing
Stichting Mandatum has defined a comprehensive roadmap ranging from improving health infrastructure to technical and academic training. To execute these initiatives, the foundation has a fund of 1.6 billion from UNASdg dedicated exclusively to the development of social impact projects. Currently, the operational status of these resources awaits the Minister of Finance to appoint the person in charge of coordinating the banking systems to proceed with the fund management.
Among its primary objectives are:
- The development of projects for decent and sustainable housing for vulnerable sectors.
- The protection of local biodiversity and the sustainable management of natural resources.
- The management and administration of assets and rights, either as an agent or owner, to finance humanitarian goals.
- Community strengthening and immediate assistance in emergency situations.
A Future of Social Commitment
The formalization of Stichting Mandatum Suriname represents a decisive step toward the professionalization of humanitarian aid in the region. With the financial backing of the UNASdg and the strategic leadership of the Honorable Knight Alfred Michael Glenn Williams, the foundation is preparing to transform the country’s socio-economic landscape. The success of this mission will depend not only on the management of its directors but also on the fluidity of coordination with national financial authorities to turn these resources into tangible realities for the Surinamese people.
