
Like My Grandmother Used to Make: Basbousa
Arij shares this sweet, syrup-soaked semolina cake that reminds her of home in our regular feature ‘Like My Grandmother Used to Make’.
Report Highlights Need for New Models of Local Journalism in Glasgow
Drawing on findings from a workshop held in Glasgow, the Public Interest News Foundation, and NewsNow have produced a report that calls for a media wealth building approach to supporting and developing the local news sector across the UK.
DREAMLANDS: An Interview with Mina Heydari-Waite
Earlier this month, one of Govanhill Baths residents artists debuted their new work. DREAMLANDS was an installation of ceramics and a sound piece that was the culmination of several community workshops. We caught up with Mina to find out all about it.
Alison Thewliss: ‘Illegal Migration Bill Fails to Fix Cruel UK Immigration System’
The Illegal migration bill has come under heavy criticism from campaigners who call it unworkable, and have dubbed it the ‘Refugee Ban Bill’. Alison, Thewliss, MP for Glasgow Central, believes that we can – and must – do better.
Living Rent Govanhill Demand Action on Street Lighting
The Govanhill branch of Scotland’s tenants’ union, Living Rent have taken demanded that Glasgow City Council provide a timeline to fix the 48 broken street lights in the neighbourhood.
Nail Art: You’re the First Person to Hold My Hand
Nail art is growing in popularity as it becomes more and more intricate. Local artist Becki Menzies who previously worked for Greater Govanhill has become renowned for her work.
SEIN Presents... The Glendale Women's Café
The South East Integration Network shine a spotlight on The Glendale Women’s Café, a safe and welcoming space in Pollokshields in which women can come together to learn, create, enjoy and support each other.
Roma News & Views: International Roma Day Speeches (Româna)
Discursurile lui Sammy și Natalia de la Ziua Internațională a Romilor. Au participat la cursul „Community Catalyst” al lui Romano Lav – un grup de 12 tineri romi care au urmat un curs de 8 săptămâni pentru a afla totul despre drepturile lor și cum să lupte pentru ei.
Roma News & Views: International Roma Day Speeches (Čeština)
Projevy Sammyho a Natalie z Mezinárodního dne Romů. Zúčastnili se kurzu v Romano Lav’s ‘Community Catalyst’ – skupina 12 mladých Romů, kteří absolvovali 8 tydenní kurz, v němž se dozvěděli vše o svých právech a o tom, jak za ně bojovat.
What's With the Rise of Sober Spaces?
Sober spaces are being championed by more and more events and venues these days, particularly those aimed at marginalised communities. We spoke to organisers to find out what’s behind this move.
Volunteer Spotlight: Allan Hughes
Get to know Allan and how his volunteering at the Hidden Gardens has introduced him to new hobbies like foraging and tai chi.
Issue 9 – What Keeps Us Well? – Out Now!
We’re so excited to share with you the latest issue of the magazine, focused around the theme of health and wellbeing.
International Women's Day Events Around Govanhill
Happy International Women’s Day! Find out some of the events you can check out across Govanhill for the weekend of celebrations.
Your Govanhill: Fulton’s
Get to know the owners of Fulton’s, affectionately known as the two Grahams, as they share their favourite spots along Victoria Road
What Can We Do About the State of our Lanes?
What can be done to prevent littering and fly tipping in our lanes and back courts, when they are privately owned and the council does not take any responsibility? How can we make our neighbourhood cleaner and safer? Share your experiences, and tell us what you think should be done.
The Need for Free Child Legal Support in Govanhill
After a six week pilot, the Scottish Child Law Centre is now seeking funding to find a permanent home in the area to offer legal advice to children and families.
It's Criminal: Get involved with New Project Exploring Impact of Crime Reporting
The collaborative storytelling project, called It’s Criminal, will work with a group of people with direct experience of the criminal justice system and with people from communities often scapegoated or blamed for crime.
Finding Home: From Pakistan to Glasgow
Our cover stars of Issue 8 of the magazine are mother and daughter Shayala and Zanib. In this interview, they explored their feelings about their Scottish-Pakistani heritage and what makes home.
My Life Before Govanhill: Jurek Gruszka
In our regular feature ‘My Life Before Govanhill’ we find out from the diverse community of Govanhill what they got up to before settling around Victoria Road. In this edition, we meet Jurek Gruszka
Have your say on what would make Govanhill a 'liveable neighbourhood'
Do you live, work or study in Govanhill? What changes would you like to see in Govanhill to make the neighbourhood more attractive, safer and better suited to your needs? Glasgow City Council are currently consulting on how to better respond to the idea of a 20 minute city.