Govanhill in the Olden Days: No Man’s Land and Neighbourhood
This article was originally published in The Southern Press on 13 March, 1914, this article offers a fascinating glimpse of what our neighbourhood was like over 100 years ago.
Easy Pickings: the Joy of Foraging
You don’t have to travel far to find wild herbs, mushrooms and berries growing in our area. Craig Hunter details his experience foraging in the Southside and offers tips to those interested in getting involved.
No Reopening Date for a Number of Glasgow Venues
The council has frustrated campaigners by failing to announce reopening dates for a number of public facilities including Couper Library.
Living Rent Celebrates Recent Successes
The successful opposition of an attempted eviction in Govanhill is the latest in a series of wins for the tenants union Living Rent.
Govanhill Law Centre Denied Funding by the Scottish Government
Community members have expressed concern following the Scottish government’s decision to refuse the Govanhill Law Centre’s application for funding.
The Feeling's Mutual
As lockdown hit last year, Glasgow Mutual Aid groups sprung up to offer a no-questions asked service for those struggling to buy food. We hear from Yas and Derrick, who have helped each other in ways that go beyond a loaf of bread.
A Growing Community
Rhiannon Davies explores how Govanhill residents are turning our area into a greener, more sustainable place through urban growing .
How the Pandemic Impacted the Roma Community
Ando Glaso has produced a report examining the experience of Scotland’s Roma community during the Covid-19 pandemic. The report is the first of its kind and highlights the specific difficulties and challenges that Covid-19 has presented to this community
The Langar: How the Sikh Community Kept Glasgow Fed Through the Pandemic
Originally published in our third print issue, Robbie Armstrong explores the importance of food in Sikh culture and how this community helped to keep Glaswegians fed over the last year.
Greater Govanhill Needs Your Support
In order to better serve the Govanhill community and enable the pursuit of exciting new projects, Greater Govanhill is trying to reach 100 new members by the end of August. Can you help?
The Wild World of Natural Wines
What are natural wines? Where can you find them? Polly Rappaport explores the growing popularity and availability of natural wines in the Southside.
Style Icon: Clarissa Woods
Giacinta Frisillo interviews Clarissa Woods, our third print issue’s style icon who discusses her style, music, and influences.
Remembering Kenmure Street
Originally published in our third print issue, Sam Doak remembers the Kenmure Street protest and reflects on the continued threat that the home office poses to many in our community.
Sugar, Enslavement, and Glasgow’s Southside
South Glasgow Heritage and Environment Trust look at Glasgow’s ‘Golden Age of Sugar’ and how it affected our area. It was written in anticipation of the trust’s upcoming talk on this topic which is scheduled to take place during Govanhill International Festival and Carnival. Content warning: enslavement, racism and sexual violence
Know Your Rights!
In light of recent illegal eviction attempts, Romano Lav explains what renters need to know about their rights under the law. This article is readable in English, Romanian and Czech.
Campaigners Set to Demonstrate Against Closures
Campaigners and trade unions are due to gather on Saturday to demonstrate against council plans to relinquish ownership of a number of public facilities across the city.
Govanhill International Festival: Putting Anti-Racism Centre Stage
The Govanhill International Festival and Carnival is in its fifth year. Initially planned as a response to the vilification of migrants within our community, the festival has evolved into a vibrant, diverse and interdisciplinary celebration of what makes Govanhill unique.
Behind the Portrait: Beldina Odenyo aka Heir of the Cursed
Greater Govanhill speaks to Beldina Odenyo, a singer-songwriter based in Govanhill. Odenyo discusses her upbringing, work and connection to the area.
The Issue of Waste Disposal
Originally published in our second print issue, Jamie Dyer discusses the issue of waste management and what is being done locally to address it.
Like My Grandmother Used to Make: Kurdish Biryani
Originally published in our second print issue, Tara teaches us a traditional and delicious recipe for Kurdish Biryani.