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Objects Speak Louder Than Words: Tell us about an object that means something to you!
Take part in our project to tell the stories of the people of Govanhill through the objects that mean something special. The objects will be photographed using an innovative technique and will be displayed in an outside exhibition this August.
Miscarriages of Justice Organisation Light Up the Glasgow Skyline
A new art show and guerrilla visual projection in the City Centre aim to highlight the horrific miscarriages of justice that still plague our legal system.
A Cuppa Community
Take a tour of Govanhill’s shifting café culture with Rose O’Doherty who is from the Gorbals but has lived in the area since the 90s. The cafes and their owners tell the story of this ever changing neighbourhood.
Part 2 of our EXCLUSIVE Interview with Nicola Sturgeon
In the second part of our exclusive interview with First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, young people from backgrounds typically under-represented in the media who have been learning journalism skills with Greater Govanhilll got to ask questions about the subjects they were most interested in.
Women on Wheels Launch Inclusive Cycling Hub in Govanhill
Last Friday, new community organisation, Women on Wheels, held their launch event at Govanhill Workspace. We heard from founder Shgufta Ali about how she hopes to dismantle the barriers preventing women from cycling
Southside Comes Together to Celebrate The Festival of Resistance
On the weekend of the 13th/14th June, the residents of Pollokshields gathered to commemorate, celebrate and educate on the anniversary of the Kenmure Street protests.
Nicola Sturgeon: Interviewed EXCLUSIVELY by our Young Voices Team
In this exclusive interview with First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, young people who have been learning journalism skills with Greater Govanhilll, got to ask questions about the subjects they were most interested in. In Part 1 she answers questions on the treatment of women in the criminal justice system, trans rights, Ukraine, and speaking out on the menopause.
Issue 6 - Past, Present and Future of Govanhill - Out Now!
Have you got your copy yet? Issue 6 takes a look at the past, present and future of Govanhill. And contains an exclusive interview with the First Minister, carried out by young people
Life on Pause: Community Resistance to an Inhumane Asylum System
Ahead of this weekend’s Festival of Resistance, human rights activist, Pinar Aksu, reflects on some of the key moments around asylum policy from the past few years and the unity now needed in the face of the Nationality and Borders Bill.
Style Icon: Jana Pušková
Continuing our regular feature series Style Icon, we caught up local singer Jana to talk about her fashion inspirations.
Your Questions Answered - by Local Election Candidates
A little while ago, we asked you to send in your questions for candidates standing in the council elections to represent the Southside Central ward. Watch the video answers we received here.
Your Questions Answered: Mhairi Hunter - SNP
We put 8 questions from our readers to all 10 candidates standing to represent the Southside Central ward ahead of the 5 May elections. Next we have Mhairi Hunters standing as one of the SNP candidates.
Your Questions Answered: Jamie Dyer - Independent
We put 8 questions from our readers to all 10 candidates standing to represent the Southside Central ward ahead of the 5 May elections. Next we have Jamie Dyer standing as an independent.
Your Questions Answered: Elaine Gallagher - Scottish Greens
We put 8 questions from our readers to all 10 candidates standing to represent the Southside Central ward ahead of the 5 May elections. First up is Elaine Gallagher, standing for the Scottish Green Party.
Gentrification – a Govanhill Problem?
Gentrification has become a divisive topic on conversations around Govanhill in recent years. Journalist Robbie Armstrong speaks to three of his neighbours on Allison Street to explore the different perspectives on the problem.
Why I'm Kicking Up a Stooshie to Improve Queen's Park Play Area
Local dad-of-two, Sean Kerwin thinks it’s time that Glasgow City Council invested money in improving the play area in Queen’s Park. He’s launched a petition and is calling on local representatives to make this a priority.
Volunteer Spotlight: Rebekah Clark - The Dixon Community
Rebekah has been caring her sister since she was very young and found that her school didn’t understand the challenges she faced. But she found support in the Dixon Community ‘Young Carers Group’, where she made lifelong friends. Now she volunteers with the group to give back to the community.
Explained: Glasgow Council Elections 2022 in the Southside Central Ward
Glasgow City Council elections will be held on 5 May and if you are eligible to vote, you have until the 23:59 on the 18 April to register to exercise your democratic right. Read on to find out who can vote, how the counting works and who is standing for election in Govanhill.
Author Louise Welsh at the Return of Book Salon at Outwith
Two years after their first in person event was planned (and then cancelled due the pandemic), Book Salon returned to Outwith Books in Govanhill. Journalist Anna Burnside interviewed Louise Welsh about her latest novel, The Second Cut
Fundraiser Launched for Kenmure Street Resistance Anniversary
Govanhill Baths have launched a crowdfunder to put on a weekend of events, known as Festival of Resistance, to commemorate the events of Kenmure Street on 13th May 2021.