Domowina is the umbrella organisation of the Lusatian Sorbs.
This part of our website is in Easy Read.
The texts are short and easy to understand.
Many people can read them more easily.
The picture at the top left shows:
In a folded book is the Sorbian word “Witaj”.
In German this means “Willkommen”.
In English this means “Welcome”.
We explain menu, search and accessibility support.
Domowina is the umbrella organisation of the Lusatian Sorbs.
The Sorbs are a small people in Germany.
They live in Lusatia.
Lusatia is in the federal states of Saxony and Brandenburg.
The Sorbs have their own language and culture.
The language is called Sorbian.
There are two forms of the language:
Domowina works for the Sorbian language, culture and the rights of the Sorbs.
It is the voice of the Sorbs in Lusatia.
Domowina was founded in 1912.
Domowina brings together around 200 groups and associations.
They have about 7,600 members.
Together they work for the Sorbs in Saxony and Brandenburg.
Lusatia is our home.
We want an open region with many languages and cultures.
We work for the protection of minorities in Europe.
We feel connected with many small peoples in Europe.
The main office of Domowina is in the House of the Sorbs in Bautzen.
Another office is in the Wendish House in Cottbus.
The general assembly meets every two years.
The federal board decides on the work.
The presidium prepares the decisions.
The office supports the associations.
It carries out the decisions.
Domowina works in many regions of Lusatia.
For this there are offices in eight places.
Domowina represents the Sorbian people.
We support bilingualism.
We help people who want to support the Sorbian people.
You can take part:
We work together for language, culture and identity.
Our goal is:
The Sorbian language should stay alive.
We invite you:
Become part of our community.
The video shows what it means to be Sorb.
It tells about language, community and culture.
#smyserbja #smyserby
To the Domowina YouTube channel
Domowina works for its members and for the Sorbian people.
Domowina supports Sorbian associations and organisations.
It helps with projects and events.
For example, it supports large gatherings such as
the Europeada or the International Folklore Festival Lusatia.
The Folklore Festival takes place every two years.
Domowina works for the Sorbian language and culture.
It brings together people, associations and different Sorbian voices.
Anyone can take part who wants to support the Sorbs.
Domowina feels responsible for the Sorbian people.
Important values are:
Domowina works for the Sorbian language and culture.
It works for all Sorbs.
Domowina is open to all Sorbs
and to friends of the Sorbs.
Everyone can take part.
Domowina works in a democratic and transparent way.
Sorbian history, language and culture connect us.
Lower Sorbian and Upper Sorbian are equally important.
Domowina works for all regions of Lusatia.
It also works with partners outside Lusatia.
Rights and political representation
Domowina protects the rights of the Sorbs.
These rights are written in laws in Saxony and Brandenburg.
Domowina speaks with politicians.
It informs people about the Sorbs.
It works together with other minorities.
Protection of the Sorbian language
The Sorbian language is an important heritage.
We help families to speak Sorbian.
We support the language in nurseries and schools.
We create new places for the language.
Culture and community
Culture, sport, art and science are important.
They show Sorbian culture to the outside world.
We support associations and joint projects.
We support exchange with other countries.
Religious traditions are part of Sorbian culture.
Church communities are places for language and community.
Lusatia as a homeland
Lusatia is the homeland of the Sorbs.
We strengthen language and culture there.
The economy is important for the region.
Two languages are an advantage for Lusatia.
Lignite mining has changed the region.
Domowina has many members.
They come from culture, science, education, youth, religion and sport.
They work together for the future of the Sorbs.
Regional associations
Domowina is the umbrella organisation of the Sorbs.
There are five regional associations.
The associations work in five regions.
The five regions are called Schleife, Hoyerswerda, Bautzen, Kamenz and Lower Lusatia.
These associations bring together the local associations in their regions.
They strengthen Sorbian identity.
They are called:
Regional Association Jakub Lorenc-Zalěski
Regional Association Handrij Zejler
Regional Association Jan Arnošt Smoler
Regional Association Michał Hórnik
Regional Association Lower Lusatia
These associations bring together the local associations in their regions.
They strengthen Sorbian identity.
Our associations
There are many professional associations.
They work in science, education, art, youth, tourism, culture, music, folk art, religion and sport.
They show the diversity of Domowina.
They support the Sorbian language and culture.
The oldest association is called Maćica Serbska.
It connects science, history, language and culture.
The Cyril and Methodius Association works in the field of religion.
The Sorbian Youth Association Pawk works with young people.
Sorbischer Kulturtourismus e. V. promotes tourism in Lusatia.
Other associations are the Association of Sorbian Choirs, the Association of Sorbian Craftspeople and Entrepreneurs, Serbski Sokoł e.V., the Society for the Support of the Sorbian National Ensemble, the Sorbian Culture and Information Centre in Berlin SKI e. V., and the Association of Sorbian Students.
Here you can learn how to become a member.
Domowina accepts Sorbian associations and individuals.
You can become a member if you like the Sorbian language and culture.
You become part of a network of people who support them.
You can become a member if you are in a Sorbian association.
Your association can also become a member.
Friends of the Sorbs can also become members.
This applies to associations outside Lusatia or abroad.
They support Domowina but do not have voting rights at the general assembly.
Write to the office: sekretariat@domowina.de
Together we shape the future of the Sorbian people.
The main office is the administration of Domowina.
It is the backbone of the umbrella organisation.
Many staff members work here.
The office ensures that the work runs well.
It takes care of members and finances.
It carries out the goals of Domowina.
The departments work in different areas.
For example administration, finances and language management.
Many people work behind the scenes.
They support Sorbian culture and community.
Domowina has its main office in Bautzen.
In Sorbian the town is called Budyšin.
The office is in the House of the Sorbs (Serbski dom).
The address is: Postplatz 2, 02625 Bautzen.
The building is accessible for people who use a wheelchair.
There is a lift.
Domowina also has an office in Cottbus.
In Sorbian the town is called Chóśebuz.
The office is in the Wendish House (Serbski dom).
The address is: August-Bebel-Straße 82, 03046 Cottbus.
This building is also accessible for people who use a wheelchair.
There is a lift.
Here you can find places and institutions for the Sorbian language.
There you can learn Sorbian and find out more about the language.
On this page we explain the Domowina website.
You will learn:
Menu at the top of the page
At the very top of the website you see the main menu.
On the left is the Domowina logo.
If you click on the logo, you always return to the home page.
Next to it are important sections of the website.
For example:
Here you can find information about the work of Domowina.
Open the menu
At the top right you see three lines.
This is called the menu icon or burger menu.
If you click on it, the large menu opens.
There you can see all sections of the website.
For example:
If you click on a section, you will see more topics.
At the top right you see a magnifying glass.
The magnifying glass stands for search.
Here you can search for a word or topic.
For example:
Write a word in the search field.
Then press Enter.
The website will show you matching content.
Accessibility support
At the top right you see an eye.
Here you can find support for using the website.
For example:
These functions help people
You can read the website in different languages.
For example:
Click on the language you want.
Then the website will be shown in this language.
We want all people to be able to use our website well.
For example:
Our website is being made accessible step by step.
Not all content is accessible yet.
We are working to improve the website.
There is an accessibility statement on our website.
Here
There you can find:
Here you can find the statement:
Accessibility statement
If you find barriers on our website, you can write to us.
Email: sekretariat@domowina.de
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In the following privacy information, we, as the controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), explain which personal data we process when you visit our website and use our online services.
Please note that, as a standard, all data transmissions in connection with our website take place via an encrypted connection.
We reserve the right to amend this privacy information from time to time to ensure that it always complies with current legal requirements or to reflect changes to our services. We therefore recommend that you read the privacy information regularly to stay informed about the protection of the personal data we process.
Domowina – Zwězk Łužyskich Serbow | Zwjazk Łužiskich Serbow | Bund Lausitzer Sorben e. V.
Póstowe naměsto | Postplatz 2
Serbski dom | Haus der Sorben
02625 Budyšin | Bautzen
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0)3591 550-102
Fax: +49 (0)3591 42408
Email: sekretariat@domowina.de
Dresdner Institut für Datenschutz
Hospitalstraße 4
01097 Dresden
Telephone: +49 351 6557720
Fax: +49 351 65577222
Email: zentrale@dids.de
Access to the Website, Logging and Log Files
In order to access our website, the processing of your IP address and further access information is technically necessary for the duration of your session. In addition, access information is logged and stored in the server log files.
This includes:
Personal data is processed for the purpose of providing the website (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) and to ensure the security of our information technology systems (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR in conjunction with Art. 32 GDPR).
Log files are deleted after seven days at the latest.
Use of Cookies
We use cookies on our website. Cookies allow us to optimise the information and services on our website for users. They enable us to recognise users of our website in order to make it easier for them to use.
Cookies are used on our website in connection with the following services:
Other Integrated Services
Darüber hinaus sind auf unserer Internetseite weitere folgende Dienste eingebunden:
Newsletter
To provide our newsletter service, we integrate a form provided by our service provider Positive Group Deutschland GmbH (Rapidmail) on the basis of legitimate interest pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. A data processing agreement pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR has been concluded.
Subscription to the newsletter is based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). Only your email address is required. To verify your details and consent, you will receive a confirmation email (double opt-in). We log:
You may withdraw your consent at any time with future effect by using the unsubscribe link included in every newsletter email. Your stored email address will then be deleted.
Contact Form
Our website provides a contact form and contact via email.
When you contact us, we process the personal data you provide (in particular name, email address and message) for the purpose of responding to your enquiry. Processing is based on legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) or, in the case of contractual matters, Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.
Your data will be treated confidentially and will not be passed on to third parties unless necessary to handle your enquiry. Data is deleted once your enquiry has been fully resolved, unless statutory retention obligations apply.
Use of Service Providers
We use service providers for hosting and technical support who may process personal data on our behalf or have access to it. Data processing agreements pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR have been concluded with all such providers. In addition to those already mentioned, these include:
Data Subject Rights and Right to Lodge a Complaint
You have the right to:
Where processing is based on legitimate interests, you also have the right to object. Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time with future effect.
You may exercise your rights using the contact details provided above.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority pursuant to Art. 77 GDPR if you believe that your personal data is being processed unlawfully.
If you would like, I can also adapt the tone slightly (more formal UK institutional, or more EU-legal neutral).
Domowina – Zwězk Łužyskich Serbow | Zwjazk Łužiskich Serbow | Bund Lausitzer Sorben e. V.
Serbski dom | Haus der Sorben
Póstowe naměsto | Postplatz 2
02625 Budyšin | Bautzen
Germany
Register of Associations: VerR 30317
Registered Court: Dresden Local Court
Bank details:
Deutsche Bank AG
IBAN DE42 8 707 0000 0612 3269 00
BIC DEUTDE8CXXX
Tax number: 204/140/0277
(The association is recognised as a non-profit organisation and is exempt from corporation tax.)
Represented by
Judit Šołćina
Chief Executive
(authorised to represent the association in accordance with its statutes)
Telephone: +49 (0)3591 550-102
Fax: +49 (0)3591 42408
Email: sekretariat@domowina.de
Responsible for editorial content in accordance with Section 18 (2) of the German State Media Treaty (MStV):
Božena Šimanec | Schiemann
Press Officer
Domowina is the provider of the domain www.domowina.de and is responsible for the central content of the main website as well as for the technical structure of the website.
Responsibility for the content (in particular texts, images, media, downloads, and external links) of the respective subpages within the multisite structure lies with the respective member organisations and regional associations.
The following organisations are responsible for the content of their respective subpages:
Overall Project Management and Coordination: Veronika Bjarš | Bjarsch
Design, concept, technical implementation and maintenance: STARKAD
Hosting: Neue Medien Muennich GmbH (all-inkl.com)
Texts (Domowina main website)
Jan Diedrichsen
Judit Šołćina
Editing and Translations (Upper Sorbian and German)
Michaelis Šusterowa | Schuster
Michaelis Korjeńkowa | Koreng
Mira Nowakec | Noack
Katja Liznarjec | Ließner
Editing and Translations (Lower Sorbian)
Jan Měškank | Meschkank
Erwin Hanuš | Hanusch
Franz Georg Deuse | Franc Deuse
Editing (English)
Pingpong Translation & Subtitling
Liability for Content
The contents of this website have been created with the greatest possible care. However, Domowina – Zwězk Łužyskich Serbow | Zwjazk Łužiskich Serbow | Bund Lausitzer Sorben e. V. accepts no liability for the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information provided.
We reserve the right to amend, supplement or delete content at any time.
Liability for Links
This website contains links to external third-party websites over whose content we have no control. We therefore accept no liability for such external content. The respective operators of the linked sites are solely responsible for their content.
At the time the links were created, no unlawful content was identifiable.
Content and Copyright: The layout, design, photographs and editorial contributions on this website are protected by copyright.
Any reuse or reproduction is permitted for private purposes only. Alterations to the content are not permitted.
Public use, publication or distribution of content requires prior consent from Domowina – Zwězk Łužyskich Serbow | Zwjazk Łužiskich Serbow | Bund Lausitzer Sorben e. V.
Official announcements and press releases issued by Domowina may be used provided the source is acknowledged.
The regional and member associations of Domowina are solely responsible for the content of their respective websites.
Consumer Dispute Resolution / Universal Arbitration Board
We are neither willing nor obliged to participate in dispute resolution proceedings before a consumer arbitration board.
Data Protection
Information on data protection can be found in our Privacy Policy.
The Domowina – Federation of Lusatian Sorbs is institutionally funded by the Foundation for the Sorbian People, which receives annual grants from public funds on the basis of the approved budgets of the German Bundestag, the Brandenburg State Parliament, and the Saxon State Parliament. www.stiftung.sorben.com
These include essential cookies that are necessary for the operation of the site, as well as others that are used only for anonymous statistical purposes, for comfort settings or to display personalized content. You can decide for yourself which categories you want to allow. Please note that based on your settings, not all functions of the website may be available.
In the following privacy information, we, as the controller within the meaning of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), explain which personal data we process when you visit our website and use our online services.
Please note that, as a standard, all data transmissions in connection with our website take place via an encrypted connection.
We reserve the right to amend this privacy information from time to time to ensure that it always complies with current legal requirements or to reflect changes to our services. We therefore recommend that you read the privacy information regularly to stay informed about the protection of the personal data we process.
Domowina – Zwězk Łužyskich Serbow | Zwjazk Łužiskich Serbow | Bund Lausitzer Sorben e. V.
Póstowe naměsto | Postplatz 2
Serbski dom | Haus der Sorben
02625 Budyšin | Bautzen
Germany
Telephone: +49 (0)3591 550-102
Fax: +49 (0)3591 42408
Email: sekretariat@domowina.de
Dresdner Institut für Datenschutz
Hospitalstraße 4
01097 Dresden
Telephone: +49 351 6557720
Fax: +49 351 65577222
Email: zentrale@dids.de
Access to the Website, Logging and Log Files
In order to access our website, the processing of your IP address and further access information is technically necessary for the duration of your session. In addition, access information is logged and stored in the server log files.
This includes:
Personal data is processed for the purpose of providing the website (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) and to ensure the security of our information technology systems (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR in conjunction with Art. 32 GDPR).
Log files are deleted after seven days at the latest.
Use of Cookies
We use cookies on our website. Cookies allow us to optimise the information and services on our website for users. They enable us to recognise users of our website in order to make it easier for them to use.
Cookies are used on our website in connection with the following services:
Other Integrated Services
Darüber hinaus sind auf unserer Internetseite weitere folgende Dienste eingebunden:
Newsletter
To provide our newsletter service, we integrate a form provided by our service provider Positive Group Deutschland GmbH (Rapidmail) on the basis of legitimate interest pursuant to Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR. A data processing agreement pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR has been concluded.
Subscription to the newsletter is based on your consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). Only your email address is required. To verify your details and consent, you will receive a confirmation email (double opt-in). We log:
You may withdraw your consent at any time with future effect by using the unsubscribe link included in every newsletter email. Your stored email address will then be deleted.
Contact Form
Our website provides a contact form and contact via email.
When you contact us, we process the personal data you provide (in particular name, email address and message) for the purpose of responding to your enquiry. Processing is based on legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) or, in the case of contractual matters, Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR.
Your data will be treated confidentially and will not be passed on to third parties unless necessary to handle your enquiry. Data is deleted once your enquiry has been fully resolved, unless statutory retention obligations apply.
Use of Service Providers
We use service providers for hosting and technical support who may process personal data on our behalf or have access to it. Data processing agreements pursuant to Art. 28 GDPR have been concluded with all such providers. In addition to those already mentioned, these include:
Data Subject Rights and Right to Lodge a Complaint
You have the right to:
Where processing is based on legitimate interests, you also have the right to object. Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time with future effect.
You may exercise your rights using the contact details provided above.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority pursuant to Art. 77 GDPR if you believe that your personal data is being processed unlawfully.
If you would like, I can also adapt the tone slightly (more formal UK institutional, or more EU-legal neutral).
Domowina – Zwězk Łužyskich Serbow | Zwjazk Łužiskich Serbow | Bund Lausitzer Sorben e. V.
Serbski dom | Haus der Sorben
Póstowe naměsto | Postplatz 2
02625 Budyšin | Bautzen
Germany
Register of Associations: VerR 30317
Registered Court: Dresden Local Court
Bank details:
Deutsche Bank AG
IBAN DE42 8 707 0000 0612 3269 00
BIC DEUTDE8CXXX
Tax number: 204/140/0277
(The association is recognised as a non-profit organisation and is exempt from corporation tax.)
Represented by
Judit Šołćina
Chief Executive
(authorised to represent the association in accordance with its statutes)
Telephone: +49 (0)3591 550-102
Fax: +49 (0)3591 42408
Email: sekretariat@domowina.de
Responsible for editorial content in accordance with Section 18 (2) of the German State Media Treaty (MStV):
Božena Šimanec | Schiemann
Press Officer
Domowina is the provider of the domain www.domowina.de and is responsible for the central content of the main website as well as for the technical structure of the website.
Responsibility for the content (in particular texts, images, media, downloads, and external links) of the respective subpages within the multisite structure lies with the respective member organisations and regional associations.
The following organisations are responsible for the content of their respective subpages:
Overall Project Management and Coordination: Veronika Bjarš | Bjarsch
Design, concept, technical implementation and maintenance: STARKAD
Hosting: Neue Medien Muennich GmbH (all-inkl.com)
Texts (Domowina main website)
Jan Diedrichsen
Judit Šołćina
Editing and Translations (Upper Sorbian and German)
Michaelis Šusterowa | Schuster
Michaelis Korjeńkowa | Koreng
Mira Nowakec | Noack
Katja Liznarjec | Ließner
Editing and Translations (Lower Sorbian)
Jan Měškank | Meschkank
Erwin Hanuš | Hanusch
Franz Georg Deuse | Franc Deuse
Editing (English)
Pingpong Translation & Subtitling
Liability for Content
The contents of this website have been created with the greatest possible care. However, Domowina – Zwězk Łužyskich Serbow | Zwjazk Łužiskich Serbow | Bund Lausitzer Sorben e. V. accepts no liability for the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information provided.
We reserve the right to amend, supplement or delete content at any time.
Liability for Links
This website contains links to external third-party websites over whose content we have no control. We therefore accept no liability for such external content. The respective operators of the linked sites are solely responsible for their content.
At the time the links were created, no unlawful content was identifiable.
Content and Copyright: The layout, design, photographs and editorial contributions on this website are protected by copyright.
Any reuse or reproduction is permitted for private purposes only. Alterations to the content are not permitted.
Public use, publication or distribution of content requires prior consent from Domowina – Zwězk Łužyskich Serbow | Zwjazk Łužiskich Serbow | Bund Lausitzer Sorben e. V.
Official announcements and press releases issued by Domowina may be used provided the source is acknowledged.
The regional and member associations of Domowina are solely responsible for the content of their respective websites.
Consumer Dispute Resolution / Universal Arbitration Board
We are neither willing nor obliged to participate in dispute resolution proceedings before a consumer arbitration board.
Data Protection
Information on data protection can be found in our Privacy Policy.
The Domowina – Federation of Lusatian Sorbs is institutionally funded by the Foundation for the Sorbian People, which receives annual grants from public funds on the basis of the approved budgets of the German Bundestag, the Brandenburg State Parliament, and the Saxon State Parliament. www.stiftung.sorben.com