After an intense public vote, we are delighted to announce the results of the Thriving Govanhill funding awards! Ten local projects are receiving £2500 Action Grants, with another ten receiving £1000 Kickstart Grants. The projects span a broad array of health and wellbeing activity, from ‘soundbaths’ in care home through community gardening, cycling, music projects, arts activities, youth activity and support for Womens’s groups.
The awards also mark a triumph for local democracy and participation, with over 400 local residents casting their votes. We’re delighted that so many have taken part in decision making around how local funding should be targetted.
We are hoping and expecting that there will be a future round of the Thriving Govanhill Fund. Watch this space! In the meantime, thanks to all who have taken part in the voting and congratulations and good luck to the grant recipients in delivering their projects!
Govanhill Community Development Trust (GCDT) is making £35,000 available to the Govanhill community for initiatives to improve local health and wellbeing. GCDT has been given the funding by the Council and NHS via the Glasgow City Health and Social Care Partnership.
Now it’s your chance to vote for up to 10 projects you want to receive funding. If you live in the G42 7 or G42 8 postcode areas you can vote, by phone, for 5 projects to receive a Kickstart grant of £1,000 and 5 projects to receive an Action grant of £2,500. Details of the projects which have applied for grants plus information on how to vote is in the links below.
Voting has only just opened and already several hundred people have voted! Every vote is going to count so don’t delay, vote today and not later than 5th October at 12pm.
If you have a strong connection with Govanhill and would like to receive information about local jobs, training, volunteering, learning opportunities, as well as changes to services, locality planning, and other relevant matters, please sign up to be emailed with Govanhill updates by emailing Marzanna at mantoniak@govanhillha.org. These updates are sent approximately up to twice a month. You can unsubscribe at any time by emailing mantoniak@govanhillha.org.
HAPPENING NOW & SOON
Thriving Govanhill Fund
£35k is available to the Govanhill community for initiatives to improve local health and wellbeing. The Thriving Govanhill Fund offers grants of £1000 or £2500 to groups who want to deliver projects to improve local health outcomes. The local community can vote on the projects which it wants to see delivered via a participatory budgeting process. More information and application form: http://govanhill.info/thriving-govanhill-fund/
Projects must fit with at least two health & wellbeing outcomes:
Nominate your heroes today to make sure they are recognised for all their hard work! Entry deadline: Wednesday, September 28!
These awards have been rewarding locals who make Glasgow a better place to live for 15 years. The awards go right to the heart of communities across the city, from the north east, south and north west, before bringing the area finalists together at the end of the year for an overall, city-wide celebration. For more information and to nominate visit
Day Opportunities Project special events in September
Strawberry Tea – 9 Sept – 1pm
SP Energy Network Natter- 14 Sept – 1pm
Taylor Fashions Clothing Sale – 28 Sept – 1pm
If you are over 55 or a carer, and you would like to join in with us please call 0141 423 2481.
A heritage tour of Queen’s Park
Queen’s Park opened as a public park in September 1862 – 160 years ago this month! Join Bruce Downie and Harry Sittlington of South Glasgow Heritage & Environment Trust to explore the recent and not-so-recent history of the park named after Mary, Queen of Scots.
Queen’s Park & Mary Queen of Scots Heritage Trail – 160th Birthday Special!
Join us for the Harvest Fair edition of Govanhill Community Market as part of the Climate Fringe festival at the Bat.Lab.! Activities will include a community market, free workshops, a bring and share community meal, an open mic with music and poetry from performers of Govanhill. AND a launch of the Govanhill Food Stories zine made with the stories and recipes we received at the last market! At 7.30 – 9.30 pm, there will be a film screening curated by GAMIS at the outdoor cinema.
Pridajte sa k nám na oslavy úrody Govanhill Community Market (Govanhill Susedský Trh) v priestoroch Bat.Lab.! Cez deň bude prístupný komunitný trh, bezplatný kurz o zháňaní potravy v prírode, tzv. Open Mic (“otvorený mikrofón”) pre hudobníkov, básnikov a rôznych umelcov z okolia Govanhill a viac. Po trhu bude predstavenie filmu vo vonkajšom kine, 19:30 – 21:30.
Alăturați-vă la noua ediție a Govanhill Community Market “Harvest Fair” la Bat.Lab.! Activitățile vor include o piață comunitară, ateliere gratuite de procurare a hranei, un microfon liber cu muzică și poezie de la interpreți din Govanhill și multe altele. Piața va fi urmată de o proiecție a filmului la cinematograful în aer, 19:30 – 21:30.
URDU
فصل میلہ – مفت اندراج!
گونہیل کمیونٹی بازار
24 ستمبر
12 – شام 4 بجے – Bat.Lab., Batson Street, G42 8SL
بیٹ میں گوونہل کمیونٹی مارکیٹ کے ہارویسٹ فیئر ایڈیشن کے لئے ہمارے ساتھ شامل ہوں ۔لیب.! سرگرمیوں میں کمیونٹی مارکیٹ، فورجنگ پر مفت ورکشاپس، گوونہل کے فنکاروں اور دیگر کی موسیقی اور شاعری کے ساتھ ایک کھلا مائیک شامل ہوگا۔
7.30 – 9.30 بجے
ہم آؤٹ ڈور سنیما میں فلم کی نمائش کے ساتھ مارکیٹ کی پیروی کریں گے۔
Delivered in partnership with GAMIS and Govanhill Baths Community Trust.
Accredited ESOL & Employability courses for Govanhill residents
Govanhill Community Development Trust have recently become an SQA accredited training centre. Courses in ESOL and Employability are available for residents of Govanhill. They will start this Autumn. For more details contact Ellen Feerick, efeerick@govanhillha.org / 07919 364673
Activity based group open to Southside men from all backgrounds. Activities include Shiatsu, creative writing, art classes and gardening. To check out our programme and to sign up follow this link: https://bit.ly/3bQoGJT
GUIDED TOURS OF THE HIDDEN GARDENS (in person)
Do you belong to a community group or have a group of friends who would like to find out more about The Hidden Gardens – its history, planting design, and wildlife? Join one of our volunteer-led guided tours – let us know what date, day and time you would like a tour. Tours also available in Urdu and French. Contact andrea@thehiddengardens.org.uk or ring 0141 433 2722 to book your tour.
TAI CHI ON THE LAWN (in person)
TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS; 10AM
A gentle outdoor exercise class open to all abilities. Classes are drop-in, please complete our online Registration Form and Equalities Monitoring Form before your first session this year. Please dress for the weather | Children aged 10 and over welcome with participating adult.
YOUNG PEOPLE
Govanhill Youth Club – Govanhill Baths Community Trust
Every Tuesday 6-8 pm for young people aged 12-18 years (S1 – S6). For more information search GCBT Youth on Facebook or Instagram / call Kelly or Annie on 0141 387 1525.
Active Life Club
Fun and engaging activities for children and youth: football, cricket, creative arts, and employability training to help young people prepare for working life.
Crossreach Little Marvels Club for Children & Families
Ages 0-5. Fridays 10-11:30 am at Glasgow Elim Church, 42 Inglefield Street G42 7AT. A toddler group for children with complex needs (sensory impairment, developmental delay, physical disability or complex health needs). Tea, coffee & snacks. Specialist support. To request a space contact Miriam Rana on 07789672151 or email miriam.rana@crossreach.org.uk.
GROUPS, ACTIVITIES & CLASSES
Men’s Group at Hidden Gardens
Tuesdays, 1 – 3 pm
Activity based group open to Southside men from all backgrounds. Activities include Shiatsu, creative writing, art classes and gardening. To check out our programme and find out how to sign up follow this link: https://bit.ly/3bQoGJT
Women’s Group at Larkfield Community Centre
The women can meet up for a chat, learn about aromatherapy, have pampering sessions, some gentle exercise etc. The group meets on a Friday afternoon at 1pm.39 Inglefield street G42 7AY tel: 0141-424-1797
The Feel Good Women’s Group
The group provides free activities focussed on improving women’s physical and mental health. Activities take place at Govanhill Neighbourhood Centre, 6 Daisy Street.
Monday – Pilates/Yoga class at 12.15pm – 1.15pm
Tuesday – Zumba class (in association with Unity Sisters) at 11am – 12pm
Thursday – Aerobics/Fitness class at 12.15pm – 1.15pm followed by The Lunch Club at 1.15pm – 2.15pm
We organise day-trips, events and parties as well.
Tel: 0798 8932562 email: rizwanasaeed@yahoo.co.uk
6 Daisy Street, Govanhill Neighbourhood Centre, G42 8JL
Tai Chi classes
Classes take place at Larkfield Community Centre, 39 Inglefield Street, G42 7AY
Beginners Tai Chi, 1.30 – 3PM, Thursdays, 25th August to 13th October
Improvers Tai Chi, 10.30AM – 12MD, Thursdays, 25th August and ongoing.
The classes are held under the auspices of Govanhill Baths Community Trust. Further Information at Govanhill Baths Community Trust Tai Chi, or write to Katherine, katherine@govanhillbaths.com. Information also available at Foundation Tai Chi, or write to Danny, danjohnnail@yahoo.co.uk
Guitar & Ukulele Sessions with Music Broth
As part of the Band Together project, Music Broth are hosting the next block of Guitar and Ukulele Lessons online and in person in Govanhill every Saturday starting on 3rd September for 8 weeks! The group sessions are inclusive and open for any budding musicians or music enthusiasts who’d enjoy learning either or both instruments or brush up on their chords, tabs, riffs, techniques and songs. The lessons are suitable for beginners, and those progressing alike. Register athttps://broth.link/tickets
Art Classes with SCAP
FREE art classes begin on September the 6th, 2pm at Daisy Street Neighbourhood Centre. Contact Info@scapscotland.com
Women on Wheels
Women on Wheels (SCIO) is a community cycling hub for women. A service designed and led by women, they deliver a range of cycling activities to get women back on a bike or onto a bike for the very first time.
Local residents of Carfin Street and the surrounding area are invited to join a new growing project! Participants can sign up for a planter to grow food, herbs and flowers. A series of workshops will give an introduction to growing throughout the summer, so no experience necessary to join. All materials will be provided. Sign up via this form: https://forms.gle/ewR83GKvyjokwS9X9 or email Fiona for more information: fiona@govanhillbaths.com.
Art Group – Larkfield Centre
Free tutored art group for those aged 50+. Tuesdays 1-3 pm at Larkfield Centre, 39 Inglefield Street. No experience needed.
Govanhill Baths Community Trust are offering FREE Wellbeing, Arts and Health activities open to adults that are not currently working, receiving benefits and living within a mile of Govanhill. Info: linktr.ee/ThrivingPlacesGovanhill.
Tuesdays, 7.30 pm. Finn’s Place, Langside Church, 167 Ledard Road, G42 9QU. Join a conversation on what men can do to improve their physical and mental health. Contact: sean@finnsplace.org, 01416327520.
A new employment support project from SAMH will work closely with young people aged 16 – 24 who are experiencing mental health difficulties. For more info contact lynne.dempsey@samh.org.uk
Gillian is GCDT’s Employability Worker who can provide support with job search activities/CV/cover letter/application forms & interview techniques, also access to skills/training/education & volunteering opportunities and affordability to work advice
Secretary role with Feminist Exchange Network CIC
Feminist Exchange Network is a Glasgow-based, women-led collective focused on engaging with the subjects of feminist economics, climate justice and decolonisation through community based activism and collaborative art initiatives. For more information see: https://thepeoplesbankofgovanhill.wordpress.com/, https://swapmarket.info/ Contact: ailie@swapmarket.info
We are looking for a candidate to join our voluntary Board of Directors in the capacity of a secretary.
Volunteer at the Harvest Festival
G42 PopUps are getting ready for the Harvest Fair happening on the 24th of September and need your help to make it happen! Sign up here: https://forms.gle/meTf7KpTNTyf39nm7
Some skill areas needed: (you don’t need to be an expert, but a little knowledge and enthusiasm go a long way)
– poster distribution
– clearing and preparing the site
– venue building and set-up
– community engagement & translation (romanian, slovak, urdu)
– event stewarding and access supervision
– taking down stalls and clean-up after the event
Gardening Volunteering with Hidden Gardens
Try volunteering and help us look after The Hidden Gardens. Get some fresh air, meet new people, learn skills, and have fun! No experience required. For more information email our Volunteering and Learning Manager: andrea@thehiddengardens.org.uk.
Greenthumbs volunteers – The group meets on Tues, Weds or Fri 10am – 1pm
(priority for people living in Govanhill & Pollokshields).
Weekend Gardening volunteers – Upcoming Dates : Sat 9th July, Sun 31st July, and Sun 21st August.
Employment Package for Security – Jobs & Business Glasgow
JBG is running a free, industry-approved training course for people interested in starting a career in security. Includes a paid 6-week placement. Applicants must live in Glasgow, be aged over 18, and able to pass the necessary background checks. To apply, speak to your JBG Adviser or call the JBG customer service free: 0300 1232 898.
Wellbeing Services South Glasgow offer mental health support to residents of Glasgow’s Southside. They share self-help resources and online courses on their website. People can be referred by their GP, community mental health team, or other agencies. For more info visit www.wellbeing-glasgow.org.uk.
Sandyford Clinic is the specialist sexual health service for NHS. They provide sexual and reproductive health services. When you come, you can expect to be listened to without being judged, your treatment and care will be sensitive & confidential. Services are free, including prescriptions. Sandyford Sexual Health Service, 6 Sandyford Place, G3 7NB, sandyford@ggc.scot.nhs.uk, 01412118130 Online Socials for Isolated and Lonely Adults – The No.1 Befriending Agency
SUPPORT
£400 energy discount
Drop in to South Seeds on 514 Victoria Road or call 0141 636 3959 if you want to find out more about the £400 energy discount.
Foodbank
Queen’s Park Govanhill Church, 170 Queen’s Drive
Thursdays: 10:30am – 12pm
Foodbank provides a 3 day supply of food to anyone who drops in, no referrals necessary!
Club 170
The club provides free hot meals, drinks and home-baking
Sundays: 5pm – 6pm
Queen’s Park Govanhill Church, 170 Queen’s Drive
Homelessness Referrals
Individuals and families can present as homeless via Social Care Direct on 0141 287 0555, then attend directly at New Gorbals Health and Care Centre, 2 Sandiefield Road, Glasgow G5 9AB. Agencies can also make referrals on behalf of individuals.
Pay-What-You-Can funerals
Caledonia Cremation has launched Pay-What-You-Can funerals to support those facing funeral poverty.
If you are a parent or carer, Glasgow Life can offer free 1:1 advice and support for better paid employment, free education & training to gain control over your finances. Email financialcapability@glasgowlife.ac.uk, call 07443 814 190 or text 07584773928.
The People’s Pantry
492 Cathcart Rd, Glasgow G42 7BX
peoplespantry@govanhillbaths.com
The People’s Pantry is a membership based community food shop that provides good quality food at a subsidised rate.
You can become a member of The People’s Pantry for £3.50 a year. You can then do a weekly shop for £2.50, which will provide a minimum of £15 worth of food.
OTHER
Office & Storage Space to Rent in Govanhill
Large offices/storage space to rent Glasgow south!
Contact Marie Gcdt for further information, email mmcbeth@govanhillha.org or call 07741 893 008
Govanhill Community Development Trust (GCDT) is
making £35k available to the Govanhill community for initiatives to improve
local health and wellbeing. Funding has
been provided by the Council and NHS via the Glasgow City Health and Social
Care Partnership.
The Thriving Govanhill Fund offers grants of £1000
or £2500 to groups who want to deliver projects to improve local health
outcomes. The local community will then have the chance to vote on the projects
which it wants to see delivered via a participatory budgeting process.
What is Participatory Budgeting?
Simply
put it is a way of giving some decision-making power on spending a budget to
the citizens it affects. So, who gets what is down to you! However, it’s not all about the money. Taking part means you can celebrate, collaborate
and connect with your friends, neighbours and colleagues. We hope to make Govanhill a more thriving
place with your help.
How
can residents get involved?
Vote to have a real say about how funding is distributed
in your community
Make a positive
difference in the Govanhill Community
Celebrate Govanhill, the people who live here and the
organisations supporting the community.
How can groups get involved?
Constituted and
non-constituted groups who are based in Govanhill or delivering the proposed
activity in Govanhill are able to apply for funding.
Informal groups
(non-constituted) can apply for a £1000 Kick Start grant to begin a new project
or activity that improves health or wellbeing in Govanhill. Constituted organisations can apply for £1000
Kick Start grant or a £2500 Action Grant which is either for new or existing
activity.
Unconstituted groups
can apply, if supported by a sponsoring organisation to do so. The sponsoring organisation must be based in
or working in Govanhill and can sponsor as many organisations as they
like. Sponsoring another organisation
will not impact any applications the sponsoring organisation will make
itself.
All projects must
demonstrate a fit with at least two health and wellbeing outcomes: Tackling
Loneliness, Food and Nutrition, Growing and Greenspace, Improving Mental Health,
Improving Physical Health, Increasing Fitness, Supporting Young People (up to
21) and Supporting Older People (over 60s)
Eligible projects
will provide a short summary of their project and what they hope to deliver and
achieve. They can also provide up to 3
images to illustrate their proposed work
Groups can then
promote their project on social media or locally to improve their chances of
support from the community.
Key Dates
Applications Open 5th
September 2022
Applications Close
19th September
Public Voting begins
23rd September
Public Voting ends 3rd
October
Funding confirmed 5th
October
If you have any further
queries about the application process, please contact
These posts are sessional – approx. 6 hours per month, paid at NHS Band 5 rate. Location: Greater Glasgow and Clyde.
Are you interested in helping BME communities overcome barriers to accessing NHSGGC Health Services? Do you have an awareness of the impact of living in poverty? Could you educate and support others, while contributing to improving NHSGGC services in the future?
About the role: These exciting new roles have been developed specifically for individuals from communities that could benefit from help and support in accessing Health Services. You’ll be working with a Peer Co-ordinator to engage with and educate communities on specific topics, taking a human rights approach. You will use knowledge gained from on-going training and support to educate communities and promote specific services. Recognise the impact of living in poverty and offer practical guidance and support to help mitigate this. You will collect feedback which will help NHSGGC improve its services and ways in which people access them. You may be working with people in distress, you will need to be emotionally and mentally resilient. You’ll be expected to address community groups and will be given training on the most effective way to so this. You will receive induction, training and on-going supervision, including a network of other peer workers employed within NHSGGC.
What you’ll do:
Build supportive and respectful relationships with individuals and community groups.
Support others using your personal experience and confidence gained from ongoing training and support.
Provide information and promote specific NHSGGC health services.
Discuss the impact of, and offer support to mitigate poverty and maximise income.
Gather feedback which will be used to improve services.
Contribute to the development of the peer worker programme and role within NHSGGC.
What you’ll need:
An interest in local communities and a desire to help others.
Resilience, and the ability to know when to ask for help.
An understanding of issues and barriers facing BME communities and those living in areas of high socioeconomic deprivation.
Good communication skills.
The ability to work well in a team.
Empathy, good listening skills, approachability and common sense.
An understanding of the need for confidentiality.
Interested? If you would like further information on the Engagement and Education Peer Worker role, or to express an interest, please contact: mhairi.mcculloch@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
These is so much happening within the Govanhill International Festival & Carnival over the two weeks between 2nd and 14th of August that it may not be that easy to quickly identify which events are suitable for the whole family. And so below are the family picks – events and activities where people of all ages, especially the young ones, will find something for themselves.
If you’d like to print a copy of the family events (it’s a two page document), you can download them here:
Ahead of the Govanhill Parade &
Carnival there will be a banner making workshop at the Deep End. Join us to
design and create banners that feel reflective of your group and the campaigns
you’re involved with. We can’t wait to see your banners on the Govanhill carnival
parade!
STORYTELLING
FESTIVAL: SKY ON A HILL
Thur,
4 August, 4–7.30pm, Hidden Gardens Join our storytelling events for kids in
the afternoon and an evening of readings, performances, installations &
workshops.
CARNIVAL PARADE
Sat
06 August, 12.30pm, Govanhill Park
The famous Govanhill Carnival Parade is
back for the fifth time – more colourful and vibrant than ever! Drummers,
jugglers, brass bands,
roller
skaters,
dancers & all the brilliant community groups. We’ll be
making ourselves heard as we
walk to Queen’s Park where the Carnival will begin!
GOVANHILL
CARNIVAL
Sat,
6 August, 2–4pm Queen’s Park
The Carnival will celebrate the spirit and
vibrancy of Govanhill with music, stalls, food, and activities for all the
family. We promise you a concert showcasing the incredible talent and culture
which makes this city so unique. With art workshops, face painting, games,
bouncy castles and much more to get involved in on the day – there’s something
for everyone!
ROMA SISTERS TOGETHER!
Sun
7 August, 2–4pm, Govanhill Park
To mark the end of their wellbeing
project ‘Roma Sisters Together’, Romano Lav are throwing a Roma fashion show
party in the park! The women will be showing off their incredible clothing and
accessories that they’ve made! Featuring live music from local Roma musicians
Opre Roma.
FILM
FESTIVAL
Delivered by Glasgow Artists’ Moving
Images Studio (GAMIS) & Govanhill Baths
Book online: bit.ly/GamisTickets
Full programme available online!
THE
BAT. LAB. [OUTDOOR CINEMA]
11
– 14 August, 49 Bankhall Street
This outdoor cinema is hosted by GAMIS
in collaboration with Rumpus Room, G42.pop ups and Glasgow Zine Library
offering an inspiring, unique programme!
FONDS: OBJECTS SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS
[exhibition of photographs around Govanhill]
Fri, 12 August, various locations
The people of Govanhill have shared their favourite objects and
their stories. Look
out for striking images of ordinary things in an outside exhibition, and listen
out for the accompanying radio show on Radio Buena Vida. By Greater Govanhill,
Street Level Photoworks & Thriving Places.
TALL TALES OF GOVANHILL
Wed,
10 August, 6–8pm, Bee’s
Knees Cafe
Join us for a magical evening,
celebrating the stories that make up our community. Storytellers from some of
the different cultures of Govanhill will share their myths, legends, and tall,
tall tales with you. This event is suitable for ages 12 + (under 16s need to be
accompanied by an adult).
GOVANHILL
COMMUNITY MARKET: GOVANHILL
FOOD STORIES
Sat,
13 August, 12–4pm
Bat.Lab., Batson Street, G42 8SL
Govanhill Food Stories edition of
Govanhill Community Market celebrates Scotland’s Year of Stories 2022. Join our
community food market, performances, talks, and workshops exploring migration
through stories of the diverse local communities!
PICNIC IN THE GARDENS
Sat. 13 August, 1.30–4pm, The Hidden Gardens, 25A Albert Drive, G41 2PE
Bring a picnic, a blanket and enjoy this
fun-filled summer event! Hop on the smoothie bike to make your own drinks,
visit the herb tea cafe,
discover
useful plants, learn how to take cuttings of herbs to grow your own, have a
dance, and lots more! Free & all ages welcome!
GOVANHILL STREET MUSIC FESTIVAL
Sunday,
14 August
For full details of times &
locations go to: www.govanhillbaths.com/festival
Join us to celebrate the rich and
diverse musical heritage, talent and skill of top musicians and performers as
they take to the streets to fill Govanhill with music. Come join us, have a
dance and sing-a-long! Host: Love Music Hate Racism
[Govanhill Children’s Festival]
Hosts: Govanhill Community Development Trust and Govanhill Housing Association
All events will be held online. More
info: www.govanhillbaths.com/festival
Govanhill’s Got Talent!
Sat 6 August, 6pm
Grab the popcorn and prepare
to be dazzled by dancers, singers, musicians, artists, magicians and the many
other talents of Govanhill’s youngsters – it’s the hottest ticket in town!
Govanhill Gloop – Science time
Sun 7 August, 12pm
It’s science and technology
day at Govanhill Children’s Festival. That means it’s time for more mess and
glooping. What a fun way to learn about science!
Great Govanhill Quiz
Mon 8 August, 11am
Join us for a fun-filled
family quiz which will test your knowledge about Govanhill.
Govanhill Children’s Book Festival
Tue 9 August – various times
Join us for a day of stories
and learning as we are joined by some of Scotland’s most acclaimed children and
young people’s authors. Suitable for children of all ages.
If you have a strong connection with Govanhill and would like to receive information about local jobs, training, volunteering, learning opportunities, as well as changes to services, locality planning, and other relevant matters, please sign up to be emailed with Govanhill updates by emailing Marzanna at mantoniak@govanhillha.org. These updates are sent approximately up to twice a month. You can unsubscribe at any time by emailing mantoniak@govanhillha.org.
HAPPENING NOW & SOON
Govanhill International Festival and Carnival
The Govanhill International Festival and Carnival is back once again and this year we’re arriving bigger and bolder than ever before. Now in our sixth year, we’re thrilled to bring you a programme of events fusing together art, heritage and community activism. This two-week long showcase of music, talks, walks, film, art exhibitions, workshops, and activities for children is a testament to the amazing cultural, ethnic and religious diversity that exists right here in Govanhill. We’re also delighted to be able to say that the Govanhill Parade and Carnival will be making a colourful return to the festival after last year’s biggest turnout to date! See the programme here:
Govanhill Food Stories – 13 August – 12 – 4pm – Bat.Lab. next to Govanhill Picture House, G42 8SL. Govanhill Food Stories edition of Govanhill Community Market will celebrate Govanhill’s multicultural community’s stories through food as part of the Govanhill International Festival and the Year of Stories 2022. Activities will include free story sharing performances and workshops, gardening info sessions, taster sessions, a community food market and much more!
Slovak
Govanhillové Potravinové Príbehy – 13. augusta – 12:00 – 16:00 hod – Bat.Lab., Govanhill Picture House, G42 8SL. Vydanie Govanhillských Potravinových Príbehov komunitného trhu Govanhill oslávi príbehy Govanhillskej multikultúrnej komunity prostredníctvom jedla v rámci Medzinárodného Festivalu Govanhill a Roku Príbehov 2022. Medzi aktivity budú patriť predstavenia a workshopy na zdieľanie príbehov, posedenia s informáciami o záhradníctve, posedenia s ochutnávkami, komunitný trh s potravinami a oveľa viac! Účasť je bezplatná!
Romanian
Povești despre mâncare Govanhill – 13 august – 12:00 – 16:00 – Bat.Lab., Govanhill Picture House, G42 8SL. Ediția ‘Govanhill Food Stories’ a Govanhill Community Market va celebra poveștile comunității multiculturale din Govanhill prin mâncare, ca parte a Festivalului Internațional Govanhill și a Anului Poveștilor 2022. Activitățile vor include spectacole și ateliere de împărtășire a poveștilor, sesiuni de informații despre grădinărit, sesiuni de degustare, o piață alimentară comunitară și mult mai mult!
Urdu
گونہیل فوڈ سٹوریس – ۱۳ اگست – ۱۲ سے ۴ بجے — Bat.Lab., Govanhill Picture House, G42 8SL
گونہیل کمیونٹی مارکٹ کا “فوڈ سٹوریس” والا حصہ گونہیل کے رنگین رہنے والوں کی کہانیاں انکے کھانوں کہ ہاتھ منایا جاۓ گا۔ یہ تقریب “گونہیل اینٹرناشنل فسٹیول” اور “ایر اوت سٹوریس” کا حصہ ہے۔ اس بار کی سرگرمیوں میں داستان گویی، ورکشاپ، گھر کے باغ کی دیکھ بھال، “تیسٹر سشن”، کمیونٹی فوڈ مارکٹ اور بہت
Do you belong to a community group or have a group of friends who would like to find out more about The Hidden Gardens – its history, planting design, and wildlife? Join one of our volunteer-led guided tours – let us know what date, day and time you would like a tour. Tours are also available in Urdu and French. Contact andrea@thehiddengardens.org.uk or ring 0141 433 2722 to book your tour.
WOMEN’S CULTURAL COOKERY (in person)
EVERY THURSDAY FROM 11 AUGUST UNTIL 08 SEPTEMBER
Learn how to cook dishes from all around the world, and share your own recipes in a friendly and relaxed environment. To sign up send an email to dio@thehiddengardens.org.uk
MEN’S GROUP (in person)
TUESDAYS; 1 – 3PM
Activity based group open to Southside men from all backgrounds. Activities include Shiatsu, creative writing, art classes and gardening. To check out our summer programme and find out how to sign up follow this link: https://bit.ly/3bQoGJT
TAI CHI ON THE LAWN
TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS; 10AM (in person)
A gentle outdoor exercise class open to all abilities. Classes are drop-in, please complete our online Registration Form and Equalities Monitoring Form before your first session this year. Please dress for the weather | Children aged 10 and over welcome with participating adult.
PICNIC IN THE GARDENS – SATURDAY 13 AUGUST, 1.30 – 4PM
Grab your picnic and a blanket and join us on 13th August for a picnic in The Gardens! The day will be packed with free activities suitable for all ages. Hop on the smoothie bike with Urban Roots, visit our herb tea café, discover useful plants in the gardens, have a dance with the Boogie Butterfly, find out about food miles with Glasgow Science Centre, or join a guided tour of the gardens! To book a space on our guided tour in British Sign Language (BSL), email andrea@thehhiddengardens.org.uk
Join Crosshill & Govanhill Community Council!
Do you have something to say about:
Cleansing and the Environment in the Community
The Quality of Local Housing and Landlords
Roads and Parking in the Area
Places in Our Local Schools
Local Policing
If so, then Crosshill and Govanhill Community Council needs you on the team. Our meetings are held the second Monday of every month 7pm to 9pm. Nominations to become fully elected members of the community council are now open. For a nomination form please go to our website www.crosshillandgovanhill.org.uk closing date is 31st July 2022.
email: cgcommunitycouncilsecretary@gmail.com
YOUNG PEOPLE
Govanhill Youth Club – Govanhill Baths Community Trust
Every Tuesday 6-8 pm for young people aged 12-18 years (S1 – S6). For more information search GCBT Youth on Facebook or Instagram / call Kelly or Annie on 0141 387 1525.
Govanhill Youth Club Picnic
Come along and join us at 1pm on Thursday 4th August for some fun
Everyone Welcome!
BABY & TODDLER GROUPS
Little Marvels Discovery Club
Crossreach Little Marvels Club for Children & Families
Ages 0-5. Fridays 10-11:30 am at Glasgow Elim Church, 42 Inglefield Street G42 7AT. A toddler group for children with complex needs (sensory impairment, developmental delay, physical disability or complex health needs). Tea, coffee & snacks. Specialist support. To request a space contact Miriam Rana on 07789672151 or email miriam.rana@crossreach.org.uk.
OTHER GROUPS
Women’s Group at Larkfield Community Centre
The women can meet up for a chat, learn about aromatherapy, have pampering sessions, some gentle exercise etc. The group meets on a Friday afternoon at 1pm.39 Inglefield street G42 7AY tel: 0141-424-1797
Outdoor exercise sessions
South Seeds are running outdoor exercise sessions throughout the summer. The sessions will be taking place in our beautiful community garden, ‘The Croft’ which is five minutes’ walk from Victoria Road in Queen’s Park Recreation Ground. Info and booking: 0141 636 3959, email info@southseeds.org, 514 Victoria Road, G42 8BG.
Info and booking: 0141 636 3959, email info@southseeds.org, 514 Victoria Road, G42 8BG.
Women on Wheels
Women on Wheels (SCIO) is a community cycling hub for women. A service designed and led by women, they deliver a range of cycling activities to get women back on a bike or onto a bike for the very first time.
Local residents of Carfin Street and the surrounding area are invited to join a new growing project! Participants can sign up for a planter to grow food, herbs and flowers. A series of workshops will give an introduction to growing throughout the summer, so no experience necessary to join. All materials will be provided. Sign up via this form: https://forms.gle/ewR83GKvyjokwS9X9 or email Fiona for more information: fiona@govanhillbaths.com.
Del Mondo – Big Noise
Big Noise’s adult music group for Govanhill residents meets every Monday at 4 pm during school term time. Absolute beginners welcome. Come and try an instrument! Free. Childcare available. More info at 151 Coplaw Street or govanhill@sistemascotland.org.uk.
Art Group – Larkfield Centre
Free tutored art group for those aged 50+. Tuesdays 1-3 pm at Larkfield Centre, 39 Inglefield Street. No experience needed.
Govanhill Baths Community Trust are offering FREE Wellbeing, Arts and Health activities open to adults that are not currently working, receiving benefits and living within a mile of Govanhill. Info: linktr.ee/ThrivingPlacesGovanhill.
Tuesdays, 7.30 pm. Finn’s Place, Langside Church, 167 Ledard Road, G42 9QU. Join a conversation on what men can do to improve their physical and mental health. Contact:
Take part in research by CEMVO Scotland, Heriot-Watt University and Shelter Scotland to hear from ethnic minority participants who are struggling to access affordable housing. It will involve an interview which can be done at the CEMVO office or via video call, depending on their preference. Each participant will get £20 for their insight and time. Identities are completely anonymised and data strictly confidential.
Contact: aliya.zaidi@cemvoscotland.org.uk or 07379084375
JOBS & PAID OPPORTUNITIES
Swap Market Pop-up stall at the G42 Pop-Ups:
Feminist Exchange Network is looking for a swap market facilitator for a
pop-up stall at the G42 Pop-Ups market on the 13th August. The role involves attending the stall, accepting items for donations and facilitating swaps. Proficient speakers of languages commonly spoken in the Govanhill area
encouraged to apply. The market will run for 4 hours with additional time for setting up @ £12/hr. To apply contact: peoplesbankofgovanhill@riseup.net
Paid opportunities with Govanhill International Festival
Paid opportunities for speakers of Arabic, Slovak, and Romanian, and for musicians and storytellers with the Govanhill Festival! All opportunities are paid and you will be offered full training where appropriate. We are looking for people to take part in a range of activities during Govanhill International Festival and Carnival and Doors Open Days 2022.
Gillian is GCDT’s Employability Worker who can provide support with job search activities/CV/cover letter/application forms & interview techniques, also access to skills/training/education & volunteering opportunities and affordability to work advice
Executive Lead with YCSA
The Youth Community Support Agency is a Glasgow based charitable company working with disadvantaged young people, primarily from Black and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. Executive Lead position salary: £36,720 pro rata – 4 days a week (28 hours) Fixed term: Contract for 12 months, potential to be made permanent Closing date: Thurs 4th August 2022, 12.00 noon, Interviews will be held on Mon 15th August.
Try volunteering and help us look after The Hidden Gardens. Get some fresh air, meet new people, learn skills, and have fun! No experience required. For more information email our Volunteering and Learning Manager: andrea@thehiddengardens.org.uk.
Greenthumbs volunteers – The group meets on Tues, Weds or Fri 10am – 1pm
(priority for people living in Govanhill & Pollokshields).
Weekend Gardening volunteers – Upcoming Dates : Sat 9th July, Sun 31st July, and Sun 21st August.
Employment Package for Security – Jobs & Business Glasgow
JBG is running a free, industry-approved training course for people interested in starting a career in security. Includes a paid 6-week placement. Applicants must live in Glasgow, be aged over 18, and able to pass the necessary background checks. To apply, speak to your JBG Adviser or call the JBG customer service free: 0300 1232 898.
Volunteer with South Seeds this summer
We are looking for volunteers to help with our outdoor exercise sessions this summer. If you are interested, please get in touch with us via this form: https://forms.gle/Taob51QEuHjfWWLQA
Volunteer for summer activities at Queen’s Park Arena
We are looking for volunteers to help with our summer events season. If interested, contact us via this form: https://forms.gle/25HPgJb5qMSdWMqE6
Wellbeing Services South Glasgow offer mental health support to residents of Glasgow’s Southside. They share self-help resources and online courses on their website. People can be referred by their GP, community mental health team, or other agencies. For more info visit www.wellbeing-glasgow.org.uk.
Sandyford Clinic is the specialist sexual health service for NHS. They provide sexual and reproductive health services. When you come, you can expect to be listened to without being judged, your treatment and care will be sensitive & confidential. Services are free, including prescriptions. Sandyford Sexual Health Service, 6 Sandyford Place, G3 7NB, sandyford@ggc.scot.nhs.uk, 01412118130
Online Socials for Isolated and Lonely Adults – The No.1 Befriending Agency
Mondays 11 – 11.30 am, and Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2 – 3pm. Online events three times a week to bring together people across the community who may be living in loneliness and isolation. We provide activities and space to chat so that our members can build relationships, confidence, connectivity & wellbeing. Email: info@befriend.org.uk.
SUPPORT
Foodbank
Queen’s Park Govanhill Church, 170 Queen’s Drive
Thursdays: 10:30am – 12pm
Foodbank provides a 3 day supply of food to anyone who drops in, no referrals necessary!
Club 170
The club provides free hot meals, drinks and home-baking
Sundays: 5pm – 6pm
Queen’s Park Govanhill Church, 170 Queen’s Drive
Homelessness Referrals
Individuals and families can present as homeless via Social Care Direct on 0141 287 0555, then attend directly at New Gorbals Health and Care Centre, 2 Sandiefield Road, Glasgow G5 9AB. Agencies can also make referrals on behalf of individuals.
Pay-What-You-Can funerals
Caledonia Cremation has launched Pay-What-You-Can funerals to support those facing funeral poverty.
If you are a parent or carer, Glasgow Life can offer free 1:1 advice and support for better paid employment, free education & training to gain control over your finances. Email financialcapability@glasgowlife.ac.uk, call 07443 814 190 or text 07584773928.
The People’s Pantry
492 Cathcart Rd, Glasgow G42 7BX
peoplespantry@govanhillbaths.com
The People’s Pantry is a membership based community food shop that provides good quality food at a subsidised rate.
You can become a member of The People’s Pantry for £3.50 a year. You can then do a weekly shop for £2.50, which will provide a minimum of £15 worth of food.
OTHER
Office & Storage Space to Rent in Govanhill
Large offices/storage space to rent Glasgow South! Contact Marie GCDT for further information, email mmcbeth@govanhillha.org or call 07741 893 008
If you have a strong connection with Govanhill and would like to receive information about local jobs, training, volunteering, learning opportunities, as well as changes to services, locality planning, and other relevant matters, please sign up to be emailed with Govanhill updates by emailing Marzanna Antoniak at mantoniak@govanhillha.org. These updates are sent approximately up to twice a month. You can unsubscribe at any time by emailing mantoniak@govanhillha.org.
HAPPENING NOW & SOON
Queen’s Park Arena – events in July
There are so many events at the Queen’s Park Arena in July! Just visit their website and you’re bound to find something of interest.
Resident’s help is wanted to design the second mural in the Govanhill Open Museum street heritage trail! This time we invite all residents to design a Govanhill bookshelf together. Join in the design process: tell us what treasures would you put on it or share a photo of your own bookshelf by emailing gom@govanhillha.org or by commenting under this Facebook post: Facebook. We are going to explore some other local themes including the different trades and other ideas, so follow Govanhill Open Museum on Facebook to take part.
New benches in Queen’s Park gifted by the Roma community
Govanhill Food Stories – 13 August – 12 – 4pm – Bat.Lab. next to Govanhill Picture House, G42 8SL. Govanhill Food Stories edition of Govanhill Community Market will celebrate Govanhill’s multicultural community’s stories through food as part of the Govanhill International Festival and the Year of Stories 2022. Activities will include free story sharing performances and workshops, gardening info sessions, taster sessions, a community food market and much more!
Slovak
Govanhillové Potravinové Príbehy – 13. augusta – 12:00 – 16:00 hod – Bat.Lab., Govanhill Picture House, G42 8SL. Vydanie Govanhillských Potravinových Príbehov komunitného trhu Govanhill oslávi príbehy Govanhillskej multikultúrnej komunity prostredníctvom jedla v rámci Medzinárodného Festivalu Govanhill a Roku Príbehov 2022. Medzi aktivity budú patriť predstavenia a workshopy na zdieľanie príbehov, posedenia s informáciami o záhradníctve, posedenia s ochutnávkami, komunitný trh s potravinami a oveľa viac! Účasť je bezplatná!
Romanian
Povești despre mâncare Govanhill – 13 august – 12:00 – 16:00 – Bat.Lab., Govanhill Picture House, G42 8SL. Ediția ‘Govanhill Food Stories’ a Govanhill Community Market va celebra poveștile comunității multiculturale din Govanhill prin mâncare, ca parte a Festivalului Internațional Govanhill și a Anului Poveștilor 2022. Activitățile vor include spectacole și ateliere de împărtășire a poveștilor, sesiuni de informații despre grădinărit, sesiuni de degustare, o piață alimentară comunitară și mult mai mult!
Urdu
گونہیل فوڈ سٹوریس – ۱۳ اگست – ۱۲ سے ۴ بجے — Bat.Lab., Govanhill Picture House, G42 8SL
گونہیل کمیونٹی مارکٹ کا “فوڈ سٹوریس” والا حصہ گونہیل کے رنگین رہنے والوں کی کہانیاں انکے کھانوں کہ ہاتھ منایا جاۓ گا۔ یہ تقریب “گونہیل اینٹرناشنل فسٹیول” اور “ایر اوت سٹوریس” کا حصہ ہے۔ اس بار کی سرگرمیوں میں داستان گویی، ورکشاپ، گھر کے باغ کی دیکھ بھال، “تیسٹر سشن”، کمیونٹی فوڈ مارکٹ اور بہت
کچھ شامل ہے!
YOUNG PEOPLE
Govanhill Youth Club – Govanhill Baths Community Trust
Every Tuesday 6-8 pm for young people aged 12-18 years (S1 – S6). For more information search GCBT Youth on Facebook or Instagram / call Kelly or Annie on 0141 387 1525.
Youth Forum – Pollokshields Development Agency
A space for young people (aged 16-23) in the Southside to develop skills, gain new friends & get involved in local community projects. Wednesdays, 6-7.30 pm. Online / 423 Shields Rd, Khadijah@pdaglasgow.org.uk
BABY & TODDLER GROUPS
Loc de Joacă playgroup – Daisy Chain
Sunteți invitați la LOC DE JOACĂ, grup pentru comunitatea de romi români, în fiecare VINERI. între 12.30 – 14.00 la biserica Elim Pentecostal, 42 Inglefield Street G42 7AT. Info (miercuri-vineri) Leo – 07388 227118 / Daisy.Chain@crossreach.org.uk.
Playtime & BabyPlay – The Point
Playtime@The Point (Tuesdays 10am) is a play group for parents/carers and their preschool children, 5 years and under. BabyPlay (Thursdays 10am) is for children aged 2 years & under, their parents/carers & preschool siblings. Queens Park Baptist Church, 20 Balvicar Dr. 01414233962, mairi@qpbc.org. Visit www.qpbc.orgL
Crossreach Little Marvels Club for Children & Families
Ages 0-5. Fridays 10-11:30 am at Glasgow Elim Church, 42 Inglefield Street G42 7AT. A toddler group for children with complex needs (sensory impairment, developmental delay, physical disability or complex health needs). Tea, coffee & snacks. Specialist support. To request a space contact Miriam Rana on 07789672151 or email miriam.rana@crossreach.org.uk.
OTHER GROUPS
Outdoor exercise sessions
South Seeds are running outdoor exercise sessions throughout the summer. The sessions will be taking place in our beautiful community garden, ‘The Croft’ which is five minutes’ walk from Victoria Road in Queen’s Park Recreation Ground. Info and booking: 0141 636 3959, email info@southseeds.org, 514 Victoria Road, G42 8BG.
Info and booking: 0141 636 3959, email info@southseeds.org, 514 Victoria Road, G42 8BG.
Women on Wheels
Women on Wheels (SCIO) is a community cycling hub for women. A service designed and led by women, they deliver a range of cycling activities to get women back on a bike or onto a bike for the very first time.
Local residents of Carfin Street and the surrounding area are invited to join a new growing project! Participants can sign up for a planter to grow food, herbs and flowers. A series of workshops will give an introduction to growing throughout the summer, so no experience necessary to join. All materials will be provided. Sign up via this form: https://forms.gle/ewR83GKvyjokwS9X9 or email Fiona for more information: fiona@govanhillbaths.com.
Del Mondo – Big Noise
Big Noise’s adult music group for Govanhill residents meets every Monday at 4 pm during school term time. Absolute beginners welcome. Come and try an instrument! Free. Childcare available. More info at 151 Coplaw Street or govanhill@sistemascotland.org.uk.
Art Group – Larkfield Centre
Free tutored art group for those aged 50+. Tuesdays 1-3 pm at Larkfield Centre, 39 Inglefield Street. No experience needed.
Pay-what-you-can Spanish & French sessions for all levels. Wednesdays, 6-8 pm, MILK Café, 452 Victoria Road. Contact yaketyyak.glasgow@gmail.com
FREE Wellbeing, Arts & Health activities
Govanhill Baths Community Trust are offering FREE Wellbeing, Arts and Health activities open to adults that are not currently working, receiving benefits and living within a mile of Govanhill. Info: linktr.ee/ThrivingPlacesGovanhill.
Free gentle chair-based yoga for ladies
Every Tuesday 1:30 – 2:30 pm at St. Ninian’s Church, 1 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE. To book, contact Amy Gill on 0141 286 1885 or 07845 921 581.
Free chair-based yoga sessions – The Wee Retreat CIC
Tuesdays, 1-1.45 pm, online. Open to anyone with mobility challenges; limited in-studio spaces available at premises for those with accessibility needs. All bodies welcome, no prior experience needed.
Tuesdays, 7.30 pm. Finn’s Place, Langside Church, 167 Ledard Road, G42 9QU. Join a conversation on what men can do to improve their physical and mental health. Contact:
Salary: £30,000 pro rata plus 4% pension. 15 hours per week. Initial term until 31st March 2023, extension likely. Applications should be made via email and marked ‘Finance Officer: Confidential’ and emailed to info@govanhillbaths.com. More info: www.govanhillbaths.com/get-involved/vacancies/ Deadline: Applications must be in by 9.00am Friday 15th July.
Housing Traineeship with Govanhill Housing Association
PATH (Scotland) is offering a thirty-six month Positive Action Training Scheme, which has been specifically designed to redress the under-representation of black and minority ethnic communities in employment in Scottish Housing.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Thursday 7th July 2022 at 12.30pm
Counter assistant duties include – taking customer orders for Hot/Cold rolls, making up cold rolls/sandwiches, taking cash/card payments, keeping the counter area clean and tidy. Hours of work – starting 7am till 2.30 pm (to be discussed at interview). 2 days during the week and 1 day at the weekend (to be discussed at interview) Experience preferred but not essential. If interested please email your name and contact number to Lorraine.mclachlan@dwp.gov.uk
Admin & Customer Service Executive
Work a print shop in Govanhill £18018/year. For more information and to apply send your CV to Gillian Scott: gscott@govanhillha.org, 07919372488.
Work at a local wholesale business
Warehouse operative (checkouts)
Work at a wholesale business in G5. Tuesday- Friday 11.30am-8pm & Saturday 10am-7pm or Sunday 10am-7pm, Monday- Thursday 11.30-8pm
Replenishment in catering department
Work at a wholesale business in G5. Tuesday- Friday 9am- 5.30pm & Saturday 10am-7pm
For more information and to apply send your CV to Gillian Scott: gscott@govanhillha.org, 07919372488.
Part-time mobile cleaner
A local business is looking for a mobile cleaner (must have own car)
For more information and to apply send your CV to Gillian Scott: gscott@govanhillha.org, 07919372488.
Work as a bus driver
Qualified Bus Drivers (£4000 sign on bonus paid over 12 month period) £11/hour
Trainee Bus Drivers £10/hour while training then £11/hour when qualified (Need full UK driving licence)
For more information and to apply send your CV to Gillian Scott: gscott@govanhillha.org, 07919372488.
Work at a supermarket in G5
Halal Butcher – preferably fully trained with experience (though willing to learn a trained butcher that has not done halal but is willing to learn)
Counter/Shop Sales Assistant – serving customers, dealing with the till, orders, shelf stocking etc
For more information and to apply send your CV to Gillian Scott: gscott@govanhillha.org, 07919372488.
Experienced Window Fitters and Installers wanted
Work with a local windows business. Experience required.
For more information and to apply send your CV to Gillian Scott: gscott@govanhillha.org, 07919372488.
Repair Centre Technicians wanted
Work locally as a Repair Centre Technician – HNC/HND in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering required.
For more information and to apply send your CV to Gillian Scott: gscott@govanhillha.org, 07919372488.
Paid opportunities with Govanhill International Festival
Paid opportunities for speakers of Arabic, Slovak, and Romanian, and for musicians and storytellers with the Govanhill Festival! All opportunities are paid and you will be offered full training where appropriate. We are looking for people to take part in a range of activities during Govanhill International Festival and Carnival and Doors Open Days 2022.
Are you 20-25 years old? Do you want to work as a distribution or delivery driver? [or] Do you need a driving licence due to it being essential for the occupational sector that you would like to work in? If so, then apply for this training programme with Move On!
Employment Package for Security – Jobs & Business Glasgow
JBG is running a free, industry-approved training course for people interested in starting a career in security. Includes a paid 6-week placement. Applicants must live in Glasgow, be aged over 18, and able to pass the necessary background checks. To apply, speak to your JBG Adviser or call the JBG customer service free: 0300 1232 898.
Swap Market Pop-up stall at the G42 Pop-Ups
Feminist Exchange Network is looking for a swap market facilitator for a
pop-up stall at the G42 Pop-Ups market on the 13th August. The role involves attending the stall, accepting items for donations and facilitating swaps. Proficient speakers of languages commonly spoken in the Govanhill area
encouraged to apply. The market will run for 4 hours with additional time for setting up @ £12/hr. To apply contact: peoplesbankofgovanhill@riseup.net
Volunteer with South Seeds this summer
We are looking for volunteers to help with our outdoor exercise sessions this summer. If you are interested, please get in touch with us via this form: https://forms.gle/Taob51QEuHjfWWLQA
Volunteer with Hidden Gardens
Weekend volunteering at Hidden Gardens: Sun Sun June 26th, Sat July 9th, Sun July 31st. Contact Andrea at andrea@thehiddengardens.org.uk
Volunteer for summer activities at Queen’s Park Arena
We are looking for volunteers to help with our summer events season. If interested, contact us via this form: https://forms.gle/25HPgJb5qMSdWMqE6
Wellbeing Services South Glasgow offer mental health support to residents of Glasgow’s Southside. They share self-help resources and online courses on their website. People can be referred by their GP, community mental health team, or other agencies. For more info visit www.wellbeing-glasgow.org.uk.
Sandyford Clinic is the specialist sexual health service for NHS. They provide sexual and reproductive health services. When you come, you can expect to be listened to without being judged, your treatment and care will be sensitive & confidential. Services are free, including prescriptions. Sandyford Sexual Health Service, 6 Sandyford Place, G3 7NB, sandyford@ggc.scot.nhs.uk, 01412118130
SUPPORT
Foodbank
Queen’s Park Govanhill Church, 170 Queen’s Drive
Thursdays: 10:30am – 12pm
Foodbank provides a 3 day supply of food to anyone who drops in, no referrals necessary!
Club 170
The club provides free hot meals, drinks and home-baking
Sundays: 5pm – 6pm
Queen’s Park Govanhill Church, 170 Queen’s Drive
Homelessness Referrals
Individuals and families can present as homeless via Social Care Direct on 0141 287 0555, then attend directly at New Gorbals Health and Care Centre, 2 Sandiefield Road, Glasgow G5 9AB. Agencies can also make referrals on behalf of individuals.
Pay-What-You-Can funerals
Caledonia Cremation has launched Pay-What-You-Can funerals to support those facing funeral poverty.
If you are a parent or carer, Glasgow Life can offer free 1:1 advice and support for better paid employment, free education & training to gain control over your finances. Email
The People’s Pantry is a membership based community food shop that provides good quality food at a subsidised rate.
You can become a member of The People’s Pantry for £3.50 a year. You can then do a weekly shop for £2.50, which will provide a minimum of £15 worth of food.
The information I prepared with my volunteer Alan includes: local jobs, gully maintenance and street sweeping, street food market, events, creative and growing projects, groups of interest, activities for young people, toddler groups, support, health, training & volunteering opportunities, and more. If you have a strong connection with Govanhill and would like to receive information about local jobs, training, volunteering, learning opportunities, as well as changes to services, locality planning, and other relevant matters, please sign up to be emailed with Govanhill updates here: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/GovanhillUpdates/. These updates are sent approximately up to twice a month. You can unsubscribe at any time by emailing mantoniak@govanhillha.org.
HAPPENING NOW & SOON
‘astar e jag’ (feed the flame) – Gypsy, Roma, Traveller History Month event
The event features:
the launch of a Community Archive
ROMA photo series made by Community Catalysts as part of Street Level Photoworks’s Culture Collective project
Annette St Soundhunters Collective (live) – as part of an instrument making project with the local children at Annette Street Primary
Is there an object that means something special to you? It can be something that reminds you of growing up, your family, your culture, your traditions. It can be something special like an inherited item of jewellery or something with no monetary value whatsoever like a found pebble. It could be a functional item like a blender or something decorative like a scarf. The only criteria is that it holds a special place in your heart for some reason.
Govanhill residents can bring along their objects to be photographed in the Southside Studios on the 27 and 28 June. Alongside the photograph, we’d like to hear about what makes the object special to you. This can be written down, or spoken and recorded. There is no need to prepare anything in advance if you don’t want to. All participants will receive a quality photographic print of their object.
Govanhill Community Market – Street Feast
Saturday, 25th of June, 12-4 pm, next to Picture House at Batson Street
Food, music, activities for children, things to buy.
Organised by G42 Pop-Ups, GAMIS, and Govanhill Baths
“We imagine having long tables running all the way down the street, neighbours from all over Govanhill sharing their favourite homemade dishes, endless chats with new and old friends across the table, market stalls, live music and fun family activities to accompany.”
Essential gully maintenance & street sweeping in Govanhill
A programme of essential gully maintenance and street sweeping in Govanhill will take place in late June and July. Residents will receive a letter from Glasgow City Council. Please remember to take your car away on the day when these works are scheduled for your street. For exact dates and more information in English, Polish, Romanian, Urdu, and Punjabi go to: www.facebook.com/ThrivingPlacesGovanhill or www.govanhill.info/essential-gully-maintenance-street-sweeping-in-govanhill
Women4Climate Mentorship programme
Glasgow is proud to be the first Scottish city to launch a Women4Climate Mentorship programme. The aim of the program is to support emerging women leaders to become expert influencers within climate action.
6 July 2022 – Application submission close
28 July 2022 – Panel for the 20 shortlisted candidates
10 August 2022 – Results of the final selection are to be notified by email
24 August 2022 – Mentees are convened at the orientation meeting
Govanhill Youth Club – Govanhill Baths Community Trust
Every Tuesday 6-8 pm for young people aged 12-18 years (S1 – S6). For more information search GCBT Youth on Facebook or Instagram / call Kelly or Annie on 0141 387 1525.
Youth Forum – Pollokshields Development Agency
A space for young people (aged 16-23) in the Southside to develop skills, gain new friends & get involved in local community projects. Wednesdays, 6-7.30 pm. Online / 423 Shields Rd, Khadijah@pdaglasgow.org.uk
Let’s talk about Sexual Health!
Episode 1 of the Young Sexual Iinformants Series is up on YouTube!
Go to Govanhill Roma Youth Project on Facebook to watch the youth work team at Govanhill Roma Youth Project delivering accurate information and resources about the importance of sexual health and wellbeing.
Follow Govanhill Roma Youth Project on social media: Instagram: @gr.yp Facebook: Govanhill Roma Youth Project TikTok: @gr_yp
Twitter: @GovanhillRomaYP
BABY & TODDLER GROUPS
Little Noise Classes – Big Noise
Big Noise offers free, fun, friendly music classes for 0-3 year-olds and their parents / carers living in Govanhill. Forsyth House, 151 Coplaw Street, G42 7DE. First come first served. Mondays 10.15 – 10.45 am & 11 – 11.30 am & Tuesdays 1.15 – 1.45 pm
Loc de Joacă playgroup – Daisy Chain
Sunteți invitați la LOC DE JOACĂ, grup pentru comunitatea de romi români, în fiecare VINERI. între 12.30 – 14.00 la biserica Elim Pentecostal, 42 Inglefield Street G42 7AT. Info (miercuri-vineri) Leo – 07388 227118 / Daisy.Chain@crossreach.org.uk.
Playtime & BabyPlay – The Point
Playtime@The Point (Tuesdays 10am) is a play group for parents/carers and their preschool children, 5 years and under. BabyPlay (Thursdays 10am) is for children aged 2 years & under, their parents/carers & preschool siblings. Queens Park Baptist Church, 20 Balvicar Dr. 01414233962, mairi@qpbc.org. Visit www.qpbc.org
OTHER GROUPS
Women on Wheels
Women on Wheels (SCIO) is a community cycling hub for women. A service designed and led by women, they deliver a range of cycling activities to get women back on a bike or onto a bike for the very first time.
Local residents of Carfin Street and the surrounding area are invited to join a new growing project! Participants can sign up for a planter to grow food, herbs and flowers. A series of workshops will give an introduction to growing throughout the summer, so no experience necessary to join. All materials will be provided. Sign up via this form: https://forms.gle/ewR83GKvyjokwS9X9 or email Fiona for more information: fiona@govanhillbaths.com.
Lunch Stop
The Lunch Stop is an affordable cafe featuring Chatter and Natter tables
Queen’s Park Govanhill Church, 170 Queen’s Drive
Tuesdays: 12pm-2pm, September – June
Del Mondo – Big Noise
Big Noise’s adult music group for Govanhill residents meets every Monday at 4 pm during school term time. Absolute beginners welcome. Come and try an instrument! Free. Childcare available. More info at 151 Coplaw Street or govanhill@sistemascotland.org.uk.
Art Group – Larkfield Centre
Free tutored art group for those aged 50+. Tuesdays 1-3 pm at Larkfield Centre, 39 Inglefield Street. No experience needed.
Govanhill Baths Community Trust are offering FREE Wellbeing, Arts and Health activities open to adults that are not currently working, receiving benefits and living within a mile of Govanhill. Info: linktr.ee/ThrivingPlacesGovanhill.
Free gentle chair-based yoga for ladies
Every Tuesday 1:30 – 2:30 pm at St. Ninian’s Church, 1 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE. To book, contact Amy Gill on 0141 286 1885 or 07845 921 581.
Free chair-based yoga sessions – The Wee Retreat CIC
Tuesdays, 1-1.45 pm, online. Open to anyone with mobility challenges; limited in-studio spaces available at premises for those with accessibility needs. All bodies welcome, no prior experience needed. Contact support@theweeretreat.co.uk.
Tuesdays, 7.30 pm. Finn’s Place, Langside Church, 167 Ledard Road, G42 9QU. Join a conversation on what men can do to improve their physical and mental health. Contact: sean@finnsplace.org, 01416327520.
Walking Group
Looking for some gentle outdoor exercise with a friendly group of people? Wanting to learn more about birds, trees and plants as you walk? Then this group is for you! Mondays at 12-2pm (09.05-27.06) Walks start at The People’s Pantry, 488 Cathcart Road. Dress for the weather! Booking is essential. www.govanhillbaths.com/projects/whats_on/walking-group/
JOBS & PAID OPPORTUNITIES
Govanhill Community Development Trust
Govanhill Community Development Trust currently has two vacancies, both fixed term until March 2023.
Employability Support Worker (24.5 hours per week)
ESOL & Family Learning Worker (21 hours per week)
The closing date is Wednesday 29th June at 10.00 a.m. Further information and an Application Form can be found on the Association’s website. Information: www.govanhillha.org/about-us/work-with-us
Housing Traineeship with Govanhill Housing Association
Feminist Exchange Network is looking for a swap market facilitator for a pop-up stall at the G42 Pop-Ups market on the 13th August. The role involves attending the stall, accepting items for donations and facilitating swaps. Proficient speakers of languages commonly spoken in the Govanhill area encouraged to apply. The market will run for 4 hours with additional time for setting up @ £12/hr. To apply contact: peoplesbankofgovanhill@riseup.net
EMPLOYABILITY, TRAINING & VOLUNTEERING
Driver Employability Training Scheme
Are you 20-25 years old? Do you want to work as a distribution or delivery driver? [or] Do you need a driving licence due to it being essential for the occupational sector that you would like to work in? If so, then apply for this training programme with Move On!
The course is a starting point for women over 25 who have had a career break of 6 months or more and are looking to work towards their employment goals but don’t know where to start. You’ll make an action plan through goal setting, get 1-1 mentoring support and group work, and create a social support network with other women in similar situations. More info: 0300 0200 101 or womenreturners@enable.org.uk
Employment Package for Security – Jobs & Business Glasgow
JBG is running a free, industry-approved training course for people interested in starting a career in security. Includes a paid 6-week placement. Applicants must live in Glasgow, be aged over 18, and able to pass the necessary background checks. To apply, speak to your JBG Adviser or call the JBG customer service free: 0300 1232 898.
Volunteer with Hidden Gardens
Weekend volunteering at Hidden Gardens: Sun Sun June 26th, Sat July 9th, Sun July 31st. Contact Andrea at andrea@thehiddengardens.org.uk
Volunteer for summer activities at Queen’s Park Arena
We are looking for volunteers to help with our summer events season. If interested, contact us via this form: https://forms.gle/25HPgJb5qMSdWMqE6
Volunteer with SEIN Board
SEIN are looking for Board Members. Ongoing opportunity.
Wellbeing Services South Glasgow offer mental health support to residents of Glasgow’s Southside. They share self-help resources and online courses on their website. People can be referred by their GP, community mental health team, or other agencies. For more info visit www.wellbeing-glasgow.org.uk.
Sandyford Clinic is the specialist sexual health service for NHS. They provide sexual and reproductive health services. When you come, you can expect to be listened to without being judged, your treatment and care will be sensitive & confidential. Services are free, including prescriptions. Sandyford Sexual Health Service, 6 Sandyford Place, G3 7NB, sandyford@ggc.scot.nhs.uk, 01412118130
Online Socials for Isolated and Lonely Adults – The No.1 Befriending Agency
Mondays 11 – 11.30 am, and Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2 – 3pm. Online events three times a week to bring together people across the community who may be living in loneliness and isolation. We provide activities and space to chat so that our members can build relationships, confidence, connectivity & wellbeing. Email: info@befriend.org.uk.
Individuals and families can present as homeless via Social Care Direct on 0141 287 0555, then attend directly at New Gorbals Health and Care Centre, 2 Sandiefield Road, Glasgow G5 9AB. Agencies can also make referrals on behalf of individuals.
Pay-What-You-Can funerals
Caledonia Cremation has launched Pay-What-You-Can funerals to support those facing funeral poverty.
If you are a parent or carer, Glasgow Life can offer free 1:1 advice and support for better paid employment, free education & training to gain control over your finances. Email
The People’s Pantry is a membership based community food shop that provides good quality food at a subsidised rate.
You can become a member of The People’s Pantry for £3.50 a year. You can then do a weekly shop for £2.50, which will provide a minimum of £15 worth of food.
FUNDING
Funding for voluntary sport clubs
Glasgow Sport are delighted to re-open our funding to support voluntary sport clubs (organisations) and volunteers delivering activity in Glasgow.
The Sport and Physical Activity Fund provides £500-£2000 to voluntary sport organisations to establish new or enhance existing activities increasing the number of people being active in Glasgow. Funding will be prioritised for applications that identify a community need, target under-represented groups and demonstrate the sustainability of the activity longer term. Organisations can only apply to this fund once in a 12-month period.
Coach and Officials AwardThe Coach and Officials Award provides funding to support those volunteering in Glasgow to attend necessary qualifications building capacity within community sport. There is a £500 limit in any 12 month period for any club/organisation within this fund. With questions please email mark.hudson@glasgowlife.org.uk or grants@glasgowlife.org.uk
A programme of essential gully maintenance and street sweeping in Govanhill will take place in late June and July. Residents will receive a letter from Glasgow City Council. Please remember to take your car away on the day when these works are scheduled for your street.
