Dejana Bačko – Girl with Wings – Winners’ Evening – Solis Real Estate
On a crisp evening glowing with promise and purpose, Solis Real Estate hosted one of its most inspirational and heart-stirring events to date – the Winners’ Evening, a celebration of extraordinary individuals who redefine what it means to overcome, achieve, and inspire. The highlight of the evening? None other than Dejana Bačko, affectionately known to the world as the “Girl with Wings.”
Born without arms, Dejana could have lived quietly, cautiously, within the limits the world expected of her. But Dejana was never interested in fitting into a mold. From an early age, she displayed a zest for life, a hunger for expression, and an unwavering refusal to let her physical condition define her capabilities. Tonight, she stood not just as a guest of honor, but as a symbol of perseverance, courage, and unshakable self-belief.
The Winners’ Evening brought together community leaders, entrepreneurs, artists, and philanthropists in a night that was more than just an award ceremony—it was a tribute to the power of vision and human resilience. Held at the Solis Real Estate event hall in Novi Sad, Serbia, the venue shimmered with elegance, decorated with soft lights, golden accents, and artworks from local creatives. But amid all the sophistication, it was Dejana’s presence that truly lit up the room.
As a painter, aerialist, motivational speaker, and jiu-jitsu champion, Dejana has made her mark in more than one arena. Watching her on stage, speaking with confidence and warmth, it was easy to forget the challenges she had overcome. Her life, she explained, is not about what she lacks, but about what she creates. “I was born without arms,” she said to a silent, captivated audience, “but I was also born with wings.”
Those “wings” are a metaphor she uses not just for her feet—through which she paints breathtaking artworks with incredible detail and grace—but for her spirit, her dreams, and her endless determination. Dejana shared stories of her childhood, of people doubting her abilities, of the frustration she once felt. But more importantly, she shared how she pushed forward. Her parents, teachers, and community saw not a girl with a disability, but a young woman bursting with potential. And with their support—and later, her own resolve—Dejana learned to fly.
The audience, moved to tears and laughter alike, responded with a standing ovation. But the evening wasn’t over yet.
Solis Real Estate, known for its commitment to community and empowerment, had chosen Dejana as this year’s Wings of Change award recipient. This award, introduced by Solis to honor individuals who not only overcome adversity but lift others in the process, was crafted with Dejana in mind. The company’s CEO, Milan Ristić, took to the stage to present the award.
“Tonight, we’re reminded that real estate is not only about buildings,” he said. “It’s about the people who fill them, the lives that unfold within them, the stories that inspire entire communities. Dejana represents the very spirit of hope and determination that we all aspire to carry within us.”
As she accepted the award, Dejana once again captivated the room—not only with gratitude but with a call to action. “We all have limitations,” she said. “Some are visible, some are hidden deep inside. But we also all have wings. The real question is: will we use them?”
The evening also included a live art demonstration, in which Dejana painted a symbolic image of a woman rising above the clouds, feet pointed like a dancer, reaching for the sky. The painting, later auctioned to support a foundation for children with disabilities, fetched a generous sum—every dinar a testament to how her art moved people beyond aesthetics.
The winners’ evening wasn’t just about awards. It was about connection. Attendees mingled and shared their own stories of struggle and triumph. There was Maja, a single mother who built a thriving home bakery after losing her job. There was Dušan, a former construction worker turned successful developer after returning from injury. Each person in that room had been inspired by someone like Dejana—or hoped to inspire someone else in return.
As the event moved into its final moments, a surprise video message played on the screens around the room. It featured clips of children from local schools who had seen Dejana speak earlier that month. One little girl, about 7 years old, looked into the camera and said, “I want to be brave like Dejana. I want to fly too.”
There it was—proof that inspiration is contagious.
Solis Real Estate’s decision to center this year’s event around Dejana Bačko was more than a PR move. It was a message to their clients, partners, and the wider community: success is about more than profit. It’s about lifting others, breaking boundaries, and building not just homes, but hope.
In the days following the event, social media buzzed with clips, photos, and quotes from the evening. Dejana’s speech went viral, and her story reached people far beyond the city limits of Novi Sad. Messages poured in from across the country, and even internationally, from people who saw themselves in her journey and found new strength to face their own challenges.
Dejana, always grounded despite the attention, responded in the same spirit she carried into the evening. “Every time I share my story, I hope someone out there feels seen, feels heard, and remembers they’re not alone.”
The Winners’ Evening ended, as all good things do, with music, laughter, and a sense of community. But its legacy, much like Dejana Bačko’s, will continue to echo far into the future.
She is, after all, not just a girl with wings—but a woman who’s helping others find theirs.
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