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Patricie Zbila, a Young Catalyst, shares how community work and human rights education from Romano Lav gave her the tools to challenge rising anti-migrant rhetoric.
Tell us, what are the big issues in 2026? We are building a Citizens Agenda for the Holyrood election this summer and we need your help to do that. It’s as easy as responding to a short online survey.
As urban spaces like Mount Florida Bowling Club are bought to build private rentals, communities lose access to green spaces. Community Right to Buy is one way communities can reimagine belonging in urban spaces through community ownership. But one writer's research highlights deeper concerns of how the land reform movement leaves some communities feeling they don’t even have the right to be in public spaces.
As Community Wealth Building is passed into law in Scotland – in a world first – Lucas Batts of Greater Community Media explores how community media such as Greater Govanhill can play an important part in doing just that.
Several Glasgow based youth charities, including Govanhill’s Community Renewal Trust’s Roma Youth Project received a funding boost.
While community council meetings may seem dull, they give residents real influence. Low attendance risks losing our collective voice on local issues that shape a fairer, cleaner, more connected neighbourhood. One resident explores the topic further.
A Youtuber famous for his stunts online helped owner Zak transform his business into a mock-McDonald’s drive-thru, serving up free food to punters poached from the real McDonald’s nearby in a bid to help the struggling local restaurant compete with the big burger chains nearby.
While community council meetings may seem dull, they give residents real influence. Low attendance risks losing our collective voice on local issues that shape a fairer, cleaner, more connected neighbourhood. One resident explores the topic further.
“No one is illegal, we are all equal” is the message of Makongo’s debut album ‘Passport’. In this article Makongo vocalist Ngana talks about the sounds, themes and inspiration behind their new album, and shares details for their upcoming gig at The Glad.
On a cold December evening, over 130 people gathered at Pollokshaws Burgh Hall for a festive Ceilidh by Thievin' Corbies, raising over £2000 for Medical Aid for Palestinians while dancing the night away.
Join writer Cat Cochrane on a journey through the Southside's many salons and barbers as she gets to know the people behind the chair. In this edition, Cat sits down with the team at Roar Hair & Beauty salon on Pollokshaws Road.
Eight prisoners on hunger strike in English prisons, detained over alleged actions in support of Palestine, may die, lawyers and family warn. Scottish politicians and campaigners call for urgent action, fair trials, and recognition of their plight.
Campaign group, Show Israeli Genocide the Red Card, gathered outside Scotland’s National Stadium, Hampden, last Sunday, opposing its new Barclays partnership. Protestors described the deal as “sportwashing” as the bank supports investments in Israeli military funding.
Founded in Govanhill in 2015, MILK began as a social enterprise café and has grown into a vital community space supporting refugee and migrant women, offering care, connection, advocacy and free wellbeing activities in a welcoming, volunteer-led environment.
Why are eviction notices rising and legal protections falling short, it’s leaving many tenants in Govanhill fighting to stay in the neighbourhood they love? Living Rent member, Ruby Dark, dives into the topic further, speaking to those affected.
With the appearance of Saltire flags across Scotland, led by a nationalist group, a hybrid Saltire and Palestine flag began popping up around Glasgow, including Govanhill, in response. The flags have sparked both division and unity, raising conversations around migration, identity and solidarity in public spaces. Writer Zara explores the issue further in the latest edition of the magazine.
Earlier this year, David Carr wrote about why people had started to gather at Queen’s Park gates to bang pots for Gaza. As the winter nights get colder, people are still gathering – a show of solidarity and because they can’t stay quiet.
Did Glasgow’s Firework Control Zones reduce the annual Bonfire Night chaos — or just shift it to other neighbourhoods? Residents across Pollokshields, Govanhill and beyond share their experiences as the city questions how to curb noise, improve safety and balance long-held traditions.
Annette Street Primary School kids performed their own dance routines with the help of STRUT Kids — discovering the power of dance, movement and silliness in sparking joy and creativity.
Skaters claim that wheeled subcultures in Glasgow are being neglected as urban sports spaces like Queens Park Recreation Grounds are left unfit for purpose with little-to-no investment coming from the council to upgrade or repair them in the past 20 years.
Govanhill’s community council may not draw crowds, but it’s where real local change begins. From tackling fly-tipping to holding the city accountable, these monthly meetings give residents a voice. Here’s everything you need to know about your community council.
As new restrictions on fireworks come into force across the Southside, many welcome the move to reduce chaos on Bonfire Night – while others fear it could lead to over-policing of children in already marginalised communities.
A list of Halloween and Samhain themed events happening in and around the Southside, from apple dookin’ fundraisers for the wee ones to boozy bingo for adults. Plus, lots of cash on offer for local costume competitions…make sure you don’t miss out.
Patricie Zbila, Young Catalyst sdílí, jak komunitní práce a vzdělávání v oblasti lidských práv od Romana Lava jí daly nástroje k boji proti rostoucí anti-migrační rétorice.