About Greater Govanhill

Greater Govanhill CIC was established in 2020 – created by local residents of Govanhill to challenge negative stereotypes, break down cultural barriers, bring people together while providing a space to learn new skills and share resources.

We provide a print and digital platform to underrepresented voices in the media and aim to equip our community members with the necessary skills and tools to tell their own stories in their own words.

It is through sharing stories, photography, and knowledge our community members foster cross-cultural understanding and become more actively engaged in the community. We are intentional in engaging and partnering with underrepresented communities and populations within Govanhill. These include Roma, Muslim, LGBTQ+, socially and economically disadvantaged, asylum seekers, and people of various ages.

Our aim is that through engagement with our organisation community members feel empowered and included as part of the Greater Govanhill community. 

The outcomes we set out to achive

  • People are better informed about their neighbourhood

  • People are more engaged with democratic processes

  • People feel their voices are represented

  • Govanhill has a more positive perception

  • People feel more connected to those around them

  • People have more awareness of other cultures

  • A more diverse range of voices are heard

  • Those involved with the magazine, gain new skills and confidence

Our values

The 5 Greater Govanhill values capture the ethos and culture of our organisation, our ways of working.

  • We Create Space For Connection 

  • We Serve The Community 

  • We Care 

  • We Listen 

  • We Prioritise Diverse Voices 

What We Do

Our activities are designed to inform, connect, and empower the community through:

  • Greater Govanhill magazine – A free, bi-monthly publication featuring solutions-focused journalism along with an online version, community noticeboard and radio show.

  • The Community Newsroom – A local info hub and collaborative space for co-working, workshops, and media training.

  • Events & Training – Hosting open newsroom discussions, community reporter training, storytelling workshops, and participatory research projects, as well as exhibitions, screenings, community conversations and other events.

  • The Scottish Beacon – Running a collaborative network of independent media outlets across Scotland, working together to strengthen public interest journalism and amplify stories from Scotland’s comunities.

Read more about our team on the ‘Who We Are’ page

Awards we have won

2024

  • Reporting Communities Award - Regional Press Awards

  • Best Limited Podcast Series, Publisher Podcast Awards, the FONDS Project

2023

  • The Georgina Henry Award, The British Journalism Awards – for The Scottish Beacon

  • Runners Up, Refugee Festival Scotland Media Awards, for Sound of Refugee Voices show on Radio Buena Vida

2022

  • Most Innovative Print Publication, Independent Media Awards

  • Regional/Local Outlet of the Year, Independent Media Awards

  • Local Hero Award - Highly Commended, AOP Awards

  • Editor of the Year, Highly Commended, Professional Publishers Association Scotland

2021

  • Regional Magazine of the Year, News Awards UK

  • Launch of the Year, Professional Publishers Association Scotland

  • One to Watch, Social Enterprise Scotland Awards

By providing a platform for local voices, we aim to build stronger, more connected communities. Join us in shaping a brighter future for Govanhill.