Peek into the Past: Life in 1930s Govanhill
Now 88 years old, former journalist Arthur Oliver was born and brought up in Govanhill, living in Jamieson Street and latterly in Carfin Street until the age of 28. In this first of a series of reflections, he gives an outline of what life was like living in Govanhill in the 1930s.
Sumayya Usmani: Pakistani Food in Govanhill
In Issue 1, food writer and founder of Kaleyard Cook School and Kitchen, Sumayya Usmani, shared some of her favourite places to eat authentic Pakistani cooking in Govanhill and how that made her truly feel at home
Demands & Dreams for the Future: fixing our broken food system
In Issue 1 of Greater Govanhill, the Rumpus Room food working group explored the inherent inequalities in our food system and what can be done to fix them, with a bold new manifesto.
соленья в пандемии
Шли месяцы, а я все еще не могла вернуться к прежней жизни. И, наконец, я поняла, что в моих силах создавать моменты счастья и устанавливать новые связи. Пройдет много времени, прежде чем наша жизнь вернется в прежнее русло. Мне, так или иначе, нужно было установить связь с новым внешним миром.
Pickles in a Pandemic: in search of home
In Issue 1 of Greater Govanhill, Kate Samuels explored what it meant to be away from her home country during lockdown, and how it enabled her to connect with her local community in a new way.
Govanhill’s Past and Future in Four Buildings
In Issue 1 of Greater Govanhill community magazine, Jamie Dyer took a look at some of Govanhill’s iconic buildings, the stories of which reveal both the neighbourhood’s past and future.
BLM: Southside Murals Confronting Racism in Scotland
In Issue 1 of Greater Govanhill, Rachel Dallas wrote about the realities of racism in Scotland today and explained the meaning behind the crowdfunded Glasgow South Anti-Racism Art Project which has resulted in four striking new murals.
'Don't Look Into the Abyss': How two local businesses have adapted to the pandemic
In Issue 1 of Greater Govanhill community magazine, Mina Baird spoke to MILK cafe and Category Is Books to find out how they adapted - and re-adapted - the way they serve the community during difficult times.
Roma News and Views: 'Over to our correspondent in Lugoj!'
At the end of last year, Romano Lav premiered the first episode of a new pilot project, Roma News and Views on YouTube . Roma News and Views was developed during lockdown and is a creative response by Govanhill’s Roma youth to the constraints imposed by the pandemic.
Predăm legătura corespondenților noștri din Lugoj!
Romano Lav a prezentat primul episod al unui nou proiect pilot, Roma News and Views pe YouTube. Roma News and Views a fost dezvoltat în timpul carantinei și este un răspuns creativ al tinerilor romi din Govanhill la constrângerile impuse de pandemie
Přes naše korespondenty v Lugoj!
Romano Lav na YouTube premiéru první epizody nového pilotního projektu Roma News and Views. Roma News and Views byl vyvinut během uzamčení a je kreativní reakcí romské mládeže Govanhilla na omezení vyvolaná pandemií.
الاعتناء برفاهيتك في الأوقات الصعبة
باستمرار ، من الصعب معرفة ما يجب علينا ان نفعله من اجل انفسنا شعورنا بعدم الاستقرار اضف الى ماسبق التغيير الذي نعيشه في عالمنا يمثل تحديّاً. ومع ذلك ، هناك العديد من الاشياء التي يمكننا القيام بها لنجتاز هذه التحديات، منها: الاساليب نابعة من تمارين وتقنيات قديمة مثل اليوجا والتأمل ، وهي مانحتاجه اليوم اكثر من اي وقت مضى بسبب الضغوطات التي نعيشه
Looking after your wellbeing in a pandemic
With unexpected pressures, very different day-to-day lives and ever-changing circumstances, it’s difficult to quite know what to do with ourselves. Here are our top five tips for sticking to a routine and creating a practice that works for you.
Growing up in Govanhill
In Issue One of Greater Govanhill, David Mcguire (57) and Saoirse King (12) interviewed each other about their experiences of the neighbourhood | Featuring original portraits by Niall Miller
Issue 1 of Greater Govanhill magazine published!
This week, Greater Govanhill community magazine was launched, funded by a Crowdfunder. Around 60 people from 12 different countries contributed to the magazine in some way. It features over 30 original articles. Besides English, certain features were also translated into Arabic, Romanian, Czech, Russian, Urdu and Slovak.
Where to shop local in Glasgow Southside this Christmas
Glasgow has re-entered a stricter lockdown, but while life may feel like it’s being put on hold, Christmas still looms large. Non-essential physical shops are closed, but online, the Christmas markets are open. Support the local economy by checking out these talented Glasgow Southside makers..
'Did you know...' Queen's Park Fun Facts
For many, Queen’s Park became a lifeline during the lockdown. Scotland’s wild places were tantalisingly off limits, and I felt so lucky to have such a large and exciting green space on our doorstep. These facts will give you a peek into some of Queen’s Park’s secrets without leaving the comfort of your home
First Greater Govanhill Print Magazine Launching Soon!
Thanks to the overwhelming support of individuals and local organisations, we have smashed our Crowdfunder target meaning the first print issue of Greater Govanhill will be out later this year.
Giving Birth in Lockdown Scotland: The Highs and the Lows
“So how was it.. having a baby during lockdown?” The experience of giving birth is strange enough but so many mothers across the country have had to deal with uncertainty and ever-changing lockdown rules, often being left to deal with difficult times alone.
Local Residents Stage 'Read-In's Calling on Glasgow Life to Reopen Local Libraries
Residents of Pollokshields and Langside are staging a 'Read In' every Saturday from 11am-12noon to show support for their local libraries which, along with Govanhill library, all currently remain closed.