Sorbian life in the region

Since the founding of Domowina in 1912, Wojerecy | Hoyerswerda has been a central location in Sorbian history. To this day, associations, choirs, traditional costume groups and cultural groups shape regional life with readings, concerts, festivals and many gatherings.

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Domowina – Regional Association ‘Handrij Zejler’

The Domowina Regional Association Wojerecy | Hoyerswerda currently comprises five Domowina local groups, 13 heritage, traditional costume, dance and cultural associations, as well as choirs that are active throughout the region. The association's area covers the former district of Wojerecy | Hoyerswerda.

The associations organise their own events, with a focus on Sorbian culture. These include book readings, lectures, concerts, heritage days and theatre performances.

Most of the events are organised at the Domowina House in Wojerecy | Hoyerswerda. They are open not only to members of the regional association, but also to all interested guests.

The umbrella organisation Domowina – Zwjazk Łužiskich Serbow | Bund Lausitzer Sorben provides financial support for the work of the local groups, associations and local history museums. Upon application, they receive a lump sum grant that enables them to carry out projects and events locally.



Contact

Birgit Hančikowa | Hantschick
Regional Representative in the Regional Association "Handrij Zejler" Wojerecy | Hoyerswerda
03571 47634-10
birgit.hancikowa@domowina.de
  • Represents Domowina in the Regional Association “Handrij Zejler” Wojerecy | Hoyerswerda, focusing on Sorbian affairs
  • Contact person for Sorbian associations, initiatives and organisations as well as friends and supporters of Sorbian culture
  • Advises councils and local authorities on projects promoting Sorbian language and culture
  • Supports municipalities in considering Sorbian concerns in local planning
  • Identifies needs for action in implementing legal obligations on Sorbian rights
  • Analyses and forwards regional concerns to Domowina’s Main Office
     

Committees / Representation of Domowina:

  • Member of the Advisory Board for Sorbian Affairs of the City of Wojerecy | Hoyerswerda
  • Member of the Working Group for the Sorbian Homeland Day in Wojerecy | Hoyerswerda
     

Volunteering:

  • Member of the cultural association Ćisk | Zeißig and Serbska bjesada Ćisk | Zeißig
  • Member of the dance and costume group Brětnja | Bröthen
  • Costume assistant in Ćisk | Zeißig, Židžino | Seidewinkel and Brětnja | Bröthen