WILLEMSTAD – MFK parliamentarian Ishahier Monte is calling for Curaçao's museums and National Archives to play a central role in preserving the history of the island's historic qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
In a series of parliamentary questions submitted to the government, Monte argues that the country's World Cup journey should not be left to scattered social media posts, newspaper articles and personal memories.
Instead, he proposes a structured effort to identify, collect and preserve photographs, videos, interviews, correspondence, official documents and other materials related to the national team's qualification campaign and the Blue Wave movement.
Monte believes the Curaçao Museum and the National Archives should coordinate the collection and preservation of these materials to ensure they remain available for research, education and future generations.
He also asks the government what role other organizations and stakeholders could play in documenting this historic chapter in Curaçao's sporting history.
According to Monte, preserving the World Cup campaign is not simply about safeguarding sports history but also protecting an important part of the country's cultural identity and collective memory.
"If a people do not document their defining moments, they risk losing part of their collective memory," he wrote.
The MP is also seeking the government's views on whether Parliament itself has a responsibility to contribute to preserving the legacy of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Blue Wave movement.
Monte says he hopes the initiative will ensure that the achievements of the national team continue to inspire future generations long after the tournament has ended.