With the support of the Representative Office of the Republic of Srpska in France, a lecture and workshop titled Traditional Embroidery and Poetry – Intertextuality and Cultural Heritage was held in Paris on 4 November 2026, for Slavic studies students at the Sorbonne University.

Svetlana Marković, a Serbian language and literature professor and an embroidery instructor, introduced the students to the richness of traditional embroidery, its symbolism, and its connection to poetry and cultural heritage. In addition to the theoretical component, a practical workshop offered students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with traditional embroidery techniques, and thus acquire deeper insight into an important segment of the cultural heritage of our region. Due to specific circumstances in Paris, the lecture and workshop were successfully held at the library of the Cultural Center of Serbia in Paris, instead of at the Sorbonne.

The Republic of Srpska Representation in France supported the initiative of Professor Blaženka Trivunčić, recognizing the importance of such projects for showcasing cultural heritage and fostering academic and cultural ties with France.

The event’s particular significance is seen in the interest in traditional culture and heritage expressed by young people, whose acquaintance with these values contributes to their preservation and presentation to new generations beyond our own borders.

The French Representation of the Republic of Srpska continues to support initiatives that employ education, culture, and academic cooperation to contribute to greater visibility of our cultural heritage in France.

Source and photo: Republic of Srpska Representative Office in France