We Want to Hear Your Reflections on COP26
Many of us have been left disappointed and deflated by the agreement reached. But there has also been a huge amount of activism taking place and new connections made. We'd like to share reflections from Govanhill-based individuals, community groups and businesses,
Time for one Poem - Podcast Launch!
To celebrate the launch of Time for one Poem - a new poetry podcast for people who don't read poetry - some the poets featured on the podcast will introduce themselves and give a short reading.
This is a free event with an optional donation that will go towards the 'Pay it forward' initiative at Category is Books, an LGBTQIA+ bookshop in Govanhill, in memory of the poet Callie Gardner.
How you can support climate justice at COP26
COP26 comes to Glasgow in 4 weeks’ time. Delegates from around the world will discuss commitments to international climate action, which will shape how safe our futures are in Scotland and around the world. Here are some ways you can get involved in supporting climate justice.
We are hiring! P/T Communications, admin and editorial assistant
We are looking for a Communications, Admin and Editorial Assistant to work for our solutions-focused magazine in the Southside of Glasgow. This is through the UK Government Kickstart Scheme, which means applicants must be on Universal Credit, aged 16-24, currently unemployed and based in the UK. To see if you are eligible to apply, please contact your Job Centre work coach.
Free Cancer Awareness Talks and Health Stands
Cancer Research UK's Cancer Awareness Roadshow is currently offering free talks to community groups.
Paid Opportunity for Local Dancers of All Styles
Megahertz, an award winning physical theatre company, is looking to hire five local dancers to perform their own two minute routines on the streets of Govanhill and Pollokshields.
Paid Opportunity: South East Integration Network is Looking for an Illustrator
SEIN are looking for an illustrator to create 15-20 spot illustrations that represent both the services of the network, and the activities of their members.
The illustrations will be used on their website, across their social platforms, on information that they circulate among their members and their mailing list. The successful applicant will be paid £1000 for their work.
Help Shape the Future of Govanhill Open Museum
Join us on Wednesday, June 30th, from 6-7:30 pm for an interactive focus group session where you can learn more about Govanhill Open Museum and help shape the future of the project.
Scots urged to open homes to climate campaigners visiting Glasgow for COP26
The COP26 Homestay Network seeking to host people from across the world as they visit Glasgow for the UN climate conference in November.
Govanhill Open Museum Project to Bring Heritage to Life in Govanhill
Govanhill Open Museum, a new community-led heritage project, is launching at the beginning of June, and will bring local memories out to our neighbourhood’s streets.
Call out for Participants: GAMIS Working Group
Glasgow Artists’ Moving Image Studios SCIO was set up to develop dedicated screening facilities, workspaces and professional/educational development for artists working in moving image and other time-based practices. They are inviting a group of participants to collaborate on a research project they are developing in response to initial proposals for the redevelopment of Govanhill Picture House.
Get a professional portrait taken to raise money for mental health charities
It's #mentalhealthawarenessweek or #mentalhealthawarenessmonth for some, and local photographer, Alexander Hoyles is going to be offering some super low cost, quick portrait sessions at a few locations across Glasgow over the next two weeks.
Free Tai Chi Classes in Govanhill
FREE Tai Chi Class
Date: Wednesday 5th May
Time: 10.30am – 12noon
Location: Outside Larkfield Centre, G42 7AY
GAMIS are hiring - Independent Facilitator
GAMIS are seeking to engage an Independent Facilitator to oversee a monthly series of online discussions June - December 2021.
Melting Pot heading back to Queen's Park Arena
After a long year of empty dance floors and lost summers, the team behind one of the UK’s longest running club nights have announced they’ll be celebrating 20 years of Melting Pot, with partner Heverlee, bringing some much needed fun back to Queen’s Park.
Online Platform Connecting People Through Cycling - Pedal Pals
Pedal Pals is a digital platform connecting new and experienced cyclists so you can chat, arrange 1-1 cycle trips together to explore new places and share your skills & routes.
Have you say on a vision for future Govanhill
Throughout the pandemic, Govanhill has shown powerful community spirit, new levels of creativity, good will and resilience. Now Thriving Places are developing a Locality Plan for Govanhill based on collaborative working, and they want to hear from you.
Could you take on Glasgow Autonomous Space?
Glasgow Autonomous Space are looking for motivated group or individual who share the values of GAS and would like to take on their lease and continue to run the space collectively.
Wee Cuppa & A Chat - Online
The Wee Retreat Wee Cuppa sessions are a chance for folk to get together online and have a wee natter.
The sessions will run for four months aiming to ignite a wee social spark throughout the winter season.
Apply to be a Young Producer at Glasgow Zine Fest!
Aged 14-18? Interested in community art? Want to see you ideas come to life at a national festival? Apply to be a Young Producer now!