The MoU was signed by Commissioner Eviton Heyliger on behalf of Public Entity Saba, Commissioner Reuben Merkman on behalf of Public Entity St. Eustatius, and Minister Melissa Gumbs on behalf of the Government of Sint Maarten. The signing formalizes the commitment of the three governments to advancing genealogical and related scientific research across the islands.
The collaboration recognizes the importance of documenting ancestral histories and supporting a better understanding of the shared past of Saba, St. Eustatius, and Sint Maarten. Through genealogical research, digital archives, and oral histories, the project seeks to help descendants trace family histories and ancestral connections.
By working together with research institutions and universities, the three governments aim to support community participation in the research and establish a lasting record of shared heritage for future generations.
