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.
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.orgF
HAPPENING NOW & SOON
Greater Govanhill magazine is out
Have you seen the newest issues of Greater Govanhill magazine? The publication features articles about the past, present, and future of the neighbourhood written by residents. You can collect your copy from local shops and cafes.
Census Scotland – fill it in by the end of May!
There’s still time to fill in your Census 2022! Help is available online at census.gov.scot, or via the free helpline 0800 030 8308. Make a request to get a new Internet Access Code or paper form: www.census.gov.scot/request
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EVENTS
Growing Greener with the Hidden Gardens
On Saturday 21 May, The Hidden Gardens are Growing Greener! Visit us from 1:30 to 4pm and find out about the small changes in your everyday life that can go a long way for the environment, and take part in fun and free activities!
Make a home for bugs with South Seeds and the Southside Tool Library
Bug Hunting with Glasgow Science Centre
Zine Making with Glasgow Zine Library
Dance for Health with Scottish Ballet
Learn how to make compost
Window Ledge Food Growing workshop
Tai Chi Taster
Wildlife & garden tours
and plant sale at our kiosk
Wee Open Day at the Wee Retreat
Fermentation Workshop- Hosted by MILK Cafe
Saturday, 21 May 2022 from 11:00-16:00 The Wee Retreat, 2 Myrtle Park
Taster classes in the studios with delicious finger foods and child friendly activities. Everyone is welcome! Line up to be announced.
We’ve got a fantastic line-up for this free outdoor festival. From large professional groups with 100+ members to local community-led groups: School of Glee, The City Of Glasgow Chorus, Rock Choir, Qoiur, Govanhill Voices, Glasgow Voice Male, Close Shave Chorus
Set The Seen
A free festival bringing awareness to invisible illness. Join us at Queens Park Arena on 28th May. More info:
Beginner workshops, live concert, jam sessions, kids activities, and more cool stuff! More information on: www.glasgowguitaracademy.co.uk
G42 Pop-Up Market
25th of June at Batson Street
Open Call for Stall Holders, Activity Leaders and Working Group Members!
We invite you to take part in the Street Feast edition of Govanhill Community Market. Sign up by filling in the form below if you would like to hold a market stall, bring a homemade dish to share, perform music/dance, run a workshop, lead street games or do face painting, help make decorations, collect chairs and tables and coordinate the event, join our working group! Fill out the form in a language of your choice: https://forms.gle/c9RQiBGrfqM69YLi7
Greater Govanhill has a page on their website rounding up all the regular activities and clubs in and around Govanhill: www.greatergovanhill.com/activities
YOUNG PEOPLE
You drop, you sow, you gather – Rumpus Room
A project with and for young people (16-25yrs) celebrating and sharing South Asian heritage. Workshops at the Rumpus Studio (Langside Lane, off Victoria Road) on 5th May & 19th May between 5-7pm. Hot food and travel costs available. To join, contact Camilla: rumpusfoodprojects@gmail.com.
Free Film Club
If you are between 12-18 and interested in making films join the Film club at YCSA Office, 48 Darnley Street, G41 2SE
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
Graphic Design and Textile Printing Workshops
YCSA is thrilled to be partnering with Print Clan for a series of screen printing, graphic design and t-shirt making workshops. Over 10 weeks young people will learn new skills in graphic and digital design, work with textile printing equipment in a professional studio setting and build confidence turning their ideas into one-of-a-kind wearable art! All participants will also be offered support from YCSA staff to complete a Dynamic Youth Award (DYA) as part of this project.
Sessions will run from 4.00-6.00 every Wednesday starting 25th May. Referrals will close on Friday 13th May.
All travel expenses will be covered and every participant will have the opportunity to design and print two t-shirts. To register young people for either activity, please return the attached referral form or call/text (WhatsApp) Rachel on 0756 680 6166 to discuss any questions.
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:
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
Carfin Street Growing Project
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.
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:
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.
Financial Wellbeing Co-ordinator with Govanhill Housing Association
The Association has a vacancy for a Financial Wellbeing Co-ordinator. The closing date is Monday 30th May at 10.00 a.m. Further information and an Application Form can be found on the Association’s website. www.govanhillha.org/about-us/work-with-us/
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.
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: Sun June 12th & Sun June 26th Sat July 9th Sun July 31st
Minimum 2 hrs per week on a Sat 10am-2pm or Wed 5-7pm, Victoria Rd
Apply by email tools@southseeds.org by midnight on Friday 6th May. Tell us why you’d make a good Tool Library volunteer & what time you can commit (max. 500 words). Include your name, home address and phone number.
Volunteer with Thriving Places Govanhill making information accessible
If you want to gain useful experience in communications, we invite you to volunteer to help make information more accessible to Govanhill residents. This opportunity is suitable for those with strong written communication skills and for those with graphic design skills. Commitment: up to 2 hrs a week, based at home, collaborating via shared documents & meetings online. Contact Marzanna at mantoniak@govanhillha.org
Volunteer with Big Noise
Big Noise is always looking for new volunteers to help support their busy after school programme. To learn more, visit Big Noise at 151 Coplaw Street or email govanhill@sistemascotland.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 Glasgow Food Train
Volunteers do weekly deliveries of fresh groceries to older people who have difficulties doing their grocery shopping, ensuring they can eat well. Have 1-2 hrs free a week? Try a taster volunteering session with Glasgow Food Train. Info: 01414231722, glasgow@thefoodtrain.co.uk
Tuesdays 10 am – 12 pm and 12 – 2 pm: Computer Skills workshops. More info and booking: hellomilkit@gmail.com
Wednesdays 10am-2pm: Women’s Group
Govanhill ESOL Classes – Govanhill Community Development Trust
Do you live in Govanhill and want to learn English? Email Claire for further info and to sign up: clow@govanhillha.org or message on WhatsApp: 0791 7974 731.
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
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.
The COVID-19 Tenant Grant Fund helps tenants in private rented housing who are at risk of eviction due to financial hardship as a direct result of Covid-19. The grant payment will be issued directly to landlords to help reduce or pay off any rent arrears built up between 23 March 2020 & 9 August 2021. The grants do not need to be repaid. Email
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.
Census Scotland – fill it in!
There is still time to fill in your Census ‘22! Access help online at census.gov.scot, or via the free helpline 0800 030 8308. You can make a request to get a new Internet Access Code or paper form: www.census.gov.scot/request
Potrebujete pomoc v inom jazyku? Volajte na bezplatnú linku pomoci 0800 030 8333.
Aveți nevoie de ajutor în altă limbă? Apelați linia noastră de asistență lingvistică gratuită la 0800 030 8333.
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FUNDING
Glasgow Census Participation Fund
Scotland’s census deadline has been extended until the end of May 2022, and the Scottish Government is seeking third sector and community organisations’ help to ensure that as many people as possible participate.
Third sector organisations in Glasgow City can apply, via GCVS, for money to carry out work aimed at encouraging or helping people to complete the census. Activities such as:
Promotion or support at events, including events that are already planned.
Outreach work to target people who are less likely to have completed the census.
Inclusion in communications to encourage participation and signpost support.
Practical support to complete the census form.
Encouraging people to attend existing census events taking place around the city.
There is flexibility in how the objective is reached. To simplify the grant application process, we are applying standard rates to all work. If you run an event promoting and supporting census completion, you can apply for a grant of £150. For any staff time (including employees or volunteers) you can apply for a grant of £160 per day. This includes staff time organising and attending any event you run. To participate in this programme please apply online and fill in our short Glasgow Census Participation Fund form.
A total of £27 million is available as grants to charities and community energy groups across Scotland, England, and Wales.
Stream
Total available
Grants offered
Projects
Who can apply?
Main Fund
£18 million
£50K – £2 million
Must support vulnerable households
Registered charities only
Small Project Fund
£1 million
£20K – £49K
Must support vulnerable households
Registered charities only
Innovation Fund
£4 million
£50K – £1 million
Must develop innovative products or services to benefit households. Can support all energy consumers.
Registered charities, Community Interest Companies, Community Benefit Societies, Community Cooperatives
Carbon Emissions Reduction Fund (CERF)
£4 million
£50K – £1 million
Must empower householders to reduce their carbon emissions and engage positively with the transition to net zero. Can benefit all energy consumers.
Registered charities, Community Interest Companies, Community Benefit Societies, Community Cooperatives
More info is available on the Energy Redress website here
Arnold Clark Community Fund
Successful applicants will receive up to £1,000 in financial aid upon meeting the eligibility criteria. Applications are now open! For more information visit:
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.
The 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
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.
LOCAL NEWS
Community notice boards – information for May is out
Govanhill’s community notice boards are just about to be filled with new information for the month of May featuring local groups and activities, consultations and developments, support and other services, learning and employment opportunities, and key local contacts. Find them in the following locations:
Samaritan House (79 Coplaw Street)
Dixon Halls (656 Cathcart Road)
Locavore (corner of Victoria Road and Calder Street)
Govanhill Workspace (69 Dixon Road)
Govanhill Park (near the S. Annandale Street entrance)
The boards are managed under the Thriving Places programme for Govanhill with endorsement from the local Community Council. If you have any feedback on these notice boards or want to flag anything up, please contact Marzanna Antoniak at mantoniak@govanhillha.org.
A new issue of Greater Govanhill magazine out early May!
Greater Govanhill is a free quarterly multilingual print magazine featuring local stories, news, articles, poetry, recipes & more. The newest issue is expected to come out at the beginning of May. You can collect it from local businesses and organisations.
Govanhill Locality Plan Release
Two strands of the Govanhill Locality Plan, written by residents and staff, are being released in April. They reflect local priorities as expressed by Govanhill residents, and provide a series of recommendations to meet local needs and aspirations. We’re hoping that the plan will provide a useful framework and further inspiration to local organisations and residents who want to make a positive change in their community.
The ‘Collective Leadership, Co-Production, and Accountability’ strategy is all about residents’ involvement in service design and local decision-making processes.
‘Govanhill Community Engagement and Information Strategy’ will help local staff to ensure that residents remain well informed about the vital services and opportunities in the area, with a special emphasis on reaching those who are most excluded.
Both plans are accessible on govanhill.info/thriving-places. The first one was published at the beginning of April and the second one is being released at the end of April. Look out for the updates.
Census Scotland – fill it in!
There’s still time to fill in your Census 2022! Help is available online at census.gov.scot, or via the free helpline 0800 030 8308. Make a request to get a new Internet Access Code or paper form: www.census.gov.scot/request
Potrebujete pomoc v inom jazyku? Volajte na bezplatnú linku pomoci 0800 030 8333.
Aveți nevoie de ajutor în altă limbă? Apelați linia noastră de asistență lingvistică gratuită la 0800 030 8333.
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HAPPENING NOW & SOON
Fundraiser event at Queen’s Park Govanhill Church
At Queen’s Park Govanhill Church we’re having a fundraising afternoon on the 30th April, 2pm-4pm, to raise funds for both the church’s community work and also for charities supporting the Ukraine. Coffee, cake, and crafts.
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.
The Deathless Woman (15), Roma film screening with intro & discussion
Sat, 21 May 2022, 18:00 – 20:15, The Point, 180 Queens Drive, G42 8QD
Screening of The Deathless Woman, a film about important events in Roma history, and how they are still relevant today (but also a ghost story).www.thedeathlesswoman.com
Friday 27th of May at Queen’s Park Arena. Free but booking required.
We’ve got a fantastic line-up for this free outdoor festival. We have a diverse range of choirs participating this year, from large professional groups with 100+ members, to local community-led groups: The City Of Glasgow Chorus, Rock Choir, School of Glee, Qoiur, Govanhill Voices, Glasgow Voice Male, Close Shave Chorus www.tickettailor.com/events/inhouseeventscic/688785/
Set The Seen
A free festival bringing awareness to invisible illness. Join us at Queens Park Arena 28th May. (Please note under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult)
Free tutored art group for people aged 50 plus. Tuesdays 1 – 3 pm at the Larkfield Centre, 39 Inglefield Street. No experience necessary! Contact larkfieldcentre@btconnect.com to sign up.
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 is available. More information at 151 Coplaw Street or govanhill@sistemascotland.org.uk.
Walking Tall Tales at Malls Mire Woodland
Walking Tall Tales is a free playful sensory walking tour of Malls Mire woodland for you and your children, picnic included. Tuesdays, April 19th, 26th, May 3rd, 10th & 17th, 10.30 & 12.30pm. Malls Mire has a fully accessible path network. Free but booking is essential. Ages 5 and under, babies included. For booking and full info contact Gemma at gemma@urbanroots.org.uk.
Join a conversation on what men can do to improve their physical and mental health. Discussion facilitated by Sean Tierney, Men’s Project Lead. Click here to find out more. Contact Sean on sean@finnsplace.org or 01416327520
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 from Daisy Chain
Loc de Joacă is a play group aimed at Romanian Roma families with preschool aged children (0-5 years of age). It takes place every Friday between 12.30 -2.00 pm and currently there’s no need to book in advance. Daisy Chain, Elim Church, 42 Inglefield Street G42 7AT. For more information call 07388 227118 or email daisy.chain@crossreach.org.uk.
Activities at Govanhill Neighbourhood Centre
Activities at Govanhill Neighbourhood Centre have resumed. Visit the Glasgow Life run venue at 6 Daisy Street. Call 0141 423 6492 or click here for more information.
Family & Early Years events at Queen’s Park Arena
Inhouse CIC is delighted to be hosting a series of family friendly and early years events and activities throughout the summer season at Queen’s Park Arena, where we will be having BIG FUN! And of course, let’s not forget about the return of the FREE soft play!
Glasgow-based music charity, Sound Lab, are running a free and accessible 8-week online course leading participants through the process of creating their own audio for podcasts, radio shows, and other forms of broadcast. Each session can be accessed live, via Zoom, or as a recording through YouTube. The project is targeted at Ukrainians but open to all nationalities. Participants will learn step by step, using free and accessible software, how to record, edit and export their own audio projects on whichever topic they choose. Live sessions will be held every Tuesday, 11am – 1:30pm (GMT) from 03/05/22 – 21/06/22, with recordings uploaded by Friday. To sign up and receive the Zoom link, please contact Briannasoundlab@gmail.com with your name, email address, DOB. and location (Country and Province/County).
Looking for more activities?
Greater Govanhill has a page on their website rounding up all the regular activities and clubs in and around Govanhill: www.greatergovanhill.com/activities
SUPPORT
The COVID-19 Tenant Grant Fund
The COVID-19 Tenant Grant Fund helps tenants in private rented housing who are at risk of eviction due to financial hardship as a direct result of the pandemic. The grant payment will be issued directly to landlords to help reduce or pay off any rent arrears that have built up between 23 March 2020 & 9 August 2021. The grants do not need to be repaid. For more information email
If you have a Ukrainian neighbour or friend in Govanhill or nearby who needs any kind of support, please let them know they can get in touch with us at Thriving Places Govanhill, especially if they have limited English skills. We can communicate in Ukrainian, Polish, Russian, and English. Contact Marzanna at mantoniak@govanhillha.org or call 079 7589 4393.
Free Immigration Support for Ukrainians
Southside Immigration Ltd are offering Ukrainian citizens and their family members a free initial immigration consultation throughout March. Call them on 07561 171 462 to book in.
Greater Govanhill Magazine has complied a list of information, resources, and ways to support the people of Ukraine that you can find here, and Scottish Refugee Council have made a list of places you can donate money and supplies to in Scotland which you can find here.
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.
Family Finances Support from Glasgow Life
If you are a parent or carer, Glasgow Life can offer free 1:1 advice and support for better paid employment, free training and education to gain control over your household finances. For more information email financialcapability@glasgowlife.ac.uk, call 07443 814 190 or text 07584773928.
LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Access Courses at the University of Glasgow
Opportunity for asylum seekers who wish to access higher education. University of Glasgow offers Access Courses, which allow students to apply to undergraduate degrees upon completion. The applications for the 2022/23 Access Courses are now open. The link to the form for the fee waivers: www.gla.ac.uk/study/short/accesscourses/informationforasylumseekers/
The course is a great 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 just don’t know where to start. It will allow them to feel empowered to make an action plan through goal setting, 1-1 mentoring support and group work which allows them to create a social support network with other women in similar situations. For more information call 0300 0200 101 or email womenreturners@enable.org.uk.
Govanhill ESOL Classes
Do you live in Govanhill and want to learn English? Email Claire for further information and to sign up: clow@govanhillha.org or message her on Whatsapp: 0791 7974 731. More information here:
Mondays 10 -11:30 am & 12-1:30 pm – ESOL classes at Queen’s Park Govanhill Church of Scotland, 170 Queen’s Dr, G42 8QZ email: hellomilkesol@gmail.com
Tuesdays 10 am – 12 pm and 12 – 2 pm: Computer Skills workshops. For more information and to book email hellomilkit@gmail.com
Wednesdays 10am-2pm: Women’s Group. No need to book.
VOLUNTEERING & EMPLOYABILITY
Volunteer for summer activities at Queen’s Park Arena
We are looking for volunteers to help with our summer events season. If you are interested, please get in touch by filling out this form: https://forms.gle/25HPgJb5qMSdWMqE6 Please remember to include a contact number or email too!
Volunteer at Southside Tool Library
On Victoria Road. A commitment of at least 2 hours per week on a Saturday (10am-2pm or Wednesday 5-7pm). Application by email tools@southseeds.org by midnight on Friday 6th May. Tell us why you think you would make a great Tool Library volunteer and what time you would be able to commit, in less than 500 words. Please include your name, home address and telephone number.
Volunteer with Big Noise
Big Noise is always looking for new volunteers to help support their busy after school programme. Visit Big Noise at 151 Coplaw Street or email govanhill@sistemascotland.org.uk to find out more.
Volunteer with Thriving Places making information accessible
If you want to gain useful experience in communications, we invite you to volunteer to help make information more accessible to Govanhill residents. This opportunity is suitable for those with strong written communication skills and for those with graphic design skills. Commitment: approximately 2 hours a week, based at home and collaborating via shared documents and meetings online. Contact Marzanna at mantoniak@govanhillha.org
Volunteer with Glasgow Food Train
Local volunteers provide weekly deliveries of fresh groceries to older people experiencing difficulties doing their weekly grocery shopping, ensuring they can eat well. If you have an hour or two free each week, try a taster volunteering session with Glasgow Food Train. Call 0141 423 1722 or email glasgow@thefoodtrain.co.uk for more information.
All in Glasgow from ENABLE
All in Glasgow is a supported employment programme for anyone aged 29+ living in the city with additional support needs. The programme works with the five-stage supported employability model to support clients to gain the key skills and qualifications they need to find and keep well-paid jobs. For more information visit www.enableworks.org.uk or contact
Unemployed or feeling stuck in your current role? No qualifications or prior experience are necessary – these Employment Packages provide everything you need to start a new career, including industry training and qualifications, costs and applications for any industry licences, an interview for a live vacancy, a paid work placement, and a job offer for successful candidates. A range of industries will feature and be introduced in the coming weeks; to be kept up to date, keep in touch with your JBG Adviser or if you have not registered before, please contact the customer service team on freephone 0300 123 2898 or email contact@jbg.org.uk. More information here: www.jbg.org.uk/employment-packages-that-lead-straight-to-success/
Jobs Business Glasgow Employment Package for Security
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 contact the JBG customer service freephone line on 0300 123 2898. More information here.
HEALTH & WELLBEING
Lifelink counselling
Govanhill residents (living in a postcode beginning G42 7 or G42 8) can now access up to 8 sessions of free counselling (by telephone or Zoom) with Glasgow mental health charity Lifelink Scotland. You can self refer here:
Cancer Screening animations have been recently developed in a variety of languages (Arabic, British Sign Language (BSL), English, Mandarin, Punjabi, Roma, and Urdu). The animations promote three national Cancer Screening Programmes (Breast, Bowel and Cervical), with an additional animation to raise awareness of HPV (Human Papilloma Virus).
Free chair-based yoga sessions (The Wee Retreat CIC)
Tuesdays, 1-1.45pm, Online
The classes will be primarily online and open to anyone with mobility challenges; limited in-studio spaces available at our studios in the southside for those with accessibility requirements. All bodies welcome, no previous experience necessary. Click here for more info.
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 and their confidence, connectivity and wellbeing. Contact info@befriend.org.uk.
Free gentle chair-based yoga classes for ladies
Every Tuesday 1:30-2:30 pm at St. Ninian’s Church, 1 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE. To book your place please contact Amy Gill on 0141 286 1885 or 07845 921 581.
Tai Chi on the Lawn at the Hidden Gardens
Come along Tuesdays and Fridays at 10am. Sessions are FREE and drop in.
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.
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 information visit www.wellbeing-glasgow.org.uk.
Southside Community Recovery Network
Southside Community Recovery Network is hosting various addiction recovery activities and initiatives across the city, including a Southside-based programme. There are also opportunities for volunteering in recovery groups and cafes. For further information please call 0141 429 8181, email SouthADRSAdmin@glasgow.gov.uk, visit www.scrn-recovery.co.uk. Facebook updates: South Community Recovery Network – SCRN
YOUTH
You drop, you sow, you gather – Rumpus Room
A project with and for young people (16-25yrs) celebrating and sharing South Asian heritage. Workshops at the Rumpus Studio (Langside Lane, off Victoria Road) on 5th May & 19th May between 5-7pm. Hot food and travel costs available. If you are aged 16-25 years and would you like to join, contact Camilla at rumpusfoodprojects@gmail.com.
Youth Forum 16-23 (Pollokshields Development Agency)
Wednesday, 6-7.30pm, Online/423 Shields Road
A space for young people in the Southside to develop skills, gain new friends and get involved in local community projects. PDA strive towards creating an active and inclusive network for local youth to find their voice and share their passions and interests. Click here to find out more.
YCSA New Scots – Addressing Mental Health
This project is aiming to provide specialised trauma-informed art psychotherapy and mental health support addressing the mental health and wellbeing needs of 30 refugees and asylum seekers aged 10 – 25. AMH will provide mental health and wellbeing support, primarily through the provision of art psychotherapy, with an alternative option of counselling for those who would prefer a talking therapy. Individual sessions are held weekly in blocks of 8. Interpreting and travel expenses will be covered by the project where needed. To refer a young person, contact MisaWatson@ycsa.org.uk.
RESOURCES
Let’s take care of our home – multilingual visual resource
Following a request from a group of residents, the Thriving Places team worked with local people and colleagues from Govanhill Housing Association, to create a multilingual poster with simple visuals to help residents keep their closes and backcourts clean. It contains information like where and how to store personal items and the correct way to dispose of rubbish. If you live in Govanhill and would like to receive a copy of the poster for your close, please contact Marzanna Antoniak at 0141 636 3636 or checkin@govanhillha.org. PDF is available for download here: Let’s take care of our home – Govanhill Community Information
JOBS & PAID OPPORTUNITIES
Kitchen Team Members – Govanhill
Locavore are looking for team members for their main kitchen in Govanhill.
The role is a 30-37.5h per week to suit the applicant and benefits from a 30% discount, employer pension and fairly social hours.
The closing date for applications is 29th of April at 8am.
Every second and fourth Saturday of the month 12 noon – 3 pm @ The Deep End, 21 Nithsdale Street. Do you have a broken lamp that needs to be fixed? A hole in your favourite jumper? Volunteer repairers will be here to help you fix your items. www.repaircafeglasgow.org
Office space to rent in Govanhill
Are you a local business, charity or social enterprise looking for an office or workspace in the south of Glasgow? We offer a range of serviced offices and workspaces to rent on flexible terms. Follow these two links Govanhill Workspace and Victoria Court via Govanhill Community Development Trust (GCDT). GCDT can also provide assistance to help you grow your business or organisation, make local connections and access funding and other support.
Contact Marie McBeth, Marketing & Partnership Worker Phone on 07741 893 008 or Email mmcbeth@govanhillha.org
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.
LOCAL NEWS
First Heritage Mural as part of Govanhill Open Museum
Govanhill Open Museum, a project bringing the neighbourhood’s unique stories and heritage out onto the streets, has launched its first mural! Designed by residents in collaboration with artists Conzo Throb and Ciaran Glöbel, it brightens up the wall of A. Gray Motors at the corner of S. Annandale Street and Calder Street. Nicknamed ‘A postcard from Govanhill’ the design attempts to showcase the neighbourhood’s diversity through the patterns submitted by Govanhill residents representing their various cultures. The S. Annandale Street mural is the first of two murals coming to Govanhill this spring as part of the project’s pilot phase, which was funded by Glasgow City Heritage Trust and Scotland’s Towns Partnership through their Scotland Loves Local campaign. This project is a collaboration between Govanhill Community Development Trust, Govanhill Housing Association, Community Renewal, and Glasgow Museums working under the Thriving Places banner.
Govanhill has five brand new community notice boards which from the 1st week of April will be filled with useful information about local groups and activities, consultations and developments, support and other services, learning and employment opportunities, and key local contacts. Find them in the following locations:
Samaritan House (79 Coplaw Street)
Dixon Halls (656 Cathcart Road)
Locavore (corner of Victoria Road and Calder Street)
Govanhill Workspace (69 Dixon Road)
Govanhill Park (near the S. Annandale Street entrance)
The boards are managed under the Thriving Places programme for Govanhill with endorsement from the local Community Council. If you have any feedback on these notice boards or want to flag anything up, please contact Marzanna Antoniak at mantoniak@govanhillha.org.
Govanhill Locality Plan Release
Two strands of the Govanhill Locality Plan, written by residents and staff, are being released in April. They reflect local priorities as expressed by Govanhill residents, and provide a series of recommendations to meet local needs and aspirations. We’re hoping that the plan will provide a useful framework and further inspiration to local organisations and residents who want to make a positive change in their community.
The ‘Collective Leadership, Co-Production, and Accountability’ strategy is all about residents’ involvement in service design and local decision-making processes.
‘Govanhill Community Engagement and Information Strategy’ will help local organisations to ensure that residents remain well informed about the vital services and opportunities in the area, with a special emphasis on reaching those who are most excluded.
Both plans will be published on govanhill.info/thriving-places, with the first one appearing at the beginning of April. Look out for the updates.
HAPPENING NOW & SOON
International Roma Day Parade
Saturday 9 April. Parade starts at Govanhill Park. Assemble at 11am. A celebratory event will be held after the parade at the Point with food, music and dancing. Free, all welcome.
Art Group – Larkfield Centre
Free tutored art group for people aged 50 plus. Tuesdays 1 – 3 pm at the Larkfield Centre, 39 Inglefield Street. No experience necessary! Contact larkfieldcentre@btconnect.com to sign up.
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 is available. More information at 151 Coplaw Street or govanhill@sistemascotland.org.uk.
Walking Tall Tales at Malls Mire Woodland
Walking Tall Tales is a free playful sensory walking tour of Malls Mire woodland for you and your children, picnic included. Tuesdays, April 19th, 26th, May 3rd, 10th & 17th, 10.30 & 12.30pm. Malls Mire has a fully accessible path network. Free but booking is essential. Ages 5 and under, babies included. For booking and full info contact Gemma at gemma@urbanroots.org.uk.
Books by the Bonfire
An outdoor book club from South Seeds and Outwith Books. The next session on 13 April will be discussing Young Adam by Alexander Trochi. Wednesday 13 April 7-9pm at The Croft, Queens Park recreation ground. What3words: sings.oiled.vase. No signup necessary. More information here.
Dandelion Opportunities
Artists and community groups are invited to participate in the Dandelion Festival programme, which will take place at Kelvingrove Park this June. Over a three-day free public event, the programme offers paid opportunities to artists, makers, scientists, performers and technologists to showcase their talents and create one of the largest ever creative growing initiatives launched across Scotland. Download the call out here. Deadline: 5pm, Friday 15 April
Join a conversation on what men can do to improve their physical and mental health. Discussion facilitated by Sean Tierney, Men’s Project Lead. Click here to find out more. Contact Sean on sean@finnsplace.org or 01416327520
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 from Daisy Chain
Loc de Joacă is a play group aimed at Romanian Roma families with preschool aged children (0-5 years of age). It takes place every Friday between 12.30 -2.00 pm and currently there’s no need to book in advance. Daisy Chain, Elim Church, 42 Inglefield Street G42 7AT. For more information call 07388 227118 or email daisy.chain@crossreach.org.uk.
Govanhill Neighbourhood Centre reopens
Activities at Govanhill Neighbourhood Centre have resumed. Visit the Glasgow Life run venue at 6 Daisy Street. Call 0141 423 6492 or click here for more information.
Looking for more activities?
Greater Govanhill has launched a new page on their website rounding up all the regular activities and clubs in and around Govanhill: www.greatergovanhill.com/activities
SUPPORT
Scotland’s Census
Census Day has passed but there’s still time to fill in Scotland’s Census 2022. Help is available online at www.census.gov.scot/help, or via the free helpline 0800 030 8308. If you are a local staff member and would like to support the communities you’re working with filling in the census questionnaire, there is a meeting with the Census Scotland team on Monday the 4th of April at 3.30 pm. Contact Marzanna for details at mantoniak@govanhillha.org.
The COVID-19 Tenant Grant Fund
The COVID-19 Tenant Grant Fund helps tenants in private rented housing who are at risk of eviction due to financial hardship as a direct result of the pandemic. The grant payment will be issued directly to landlords to help reduce or pay off any rent arrears that have built up between 23 March 2020 & 9 August 2021. The grants do not need to be repaid. For more information email
If you have a Ukrainian neighbour or friend in Govanhill or nearby who needs any kind of support, please let them know they can get in touch with us at Thriving Places Govanhill, especially if they have limited English skills. We can communicate in Ukrainian, Polish, Russian, and English. Contact Marzanna at mantoniak@govanhillha.org or call 079 7589 4393.
Free Immigration Support for Ukrainians
Southside Immigration Ltd are offering Ukrainian citizens and their family members a free initial immigration consultation throughout March. Call them on 07561 171 462 to book in.
Greater Govanhill Magazine has complied a list of information, resources, and ways to support the people of Ukraine that you can find here, and Scottish Refugee Council have made a list of places you can donate money and supplies to in Scotland which you can find here.
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.
Family Finances Support from Glasgow Life
If you are a parent or carer, Glasgow Life can offer free 1:1 advice and support for better paid employment, free training and education to gain control over your household finances. For more information email financialcapability@glasgowlife.ac.uk, call 07443 814 190 or text 07584773928.
LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
Women Returners Programme
The course is a great 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 just don’t know where to start. It will allow them to feel empowered to make an action plan through goal setting, 1-1 mentoring support and group work which allows them to create a social support network with other women in similar situations. For more information call 0300 0200 101 or email womenreturners@enable.org.uk.
Tuesdays 10 am – 12 pm and 12 – 2 pm: Computer Skills workshops. For more information and to book email hellomilkit@gmail.com
Wednesdays 10am-2pm: Women’s Group. No need to book.
VOLUNTEERING & EMPLOYABILITY
Volunteer with Big Noise
Big Noise is always looking for new volunteers to help support their busy after school programme. Visit Big Noise at 151 Coplaw Street or email govanhill@sistemascotland.org.uk to find out more.
Volunteer with Thriving Places making information accessible
If you want to gain useful experience in communications, we invite you to volunteer to help make information more accessible to Govanhill residents. This opportunity is suitable for those with strong written communication skills and for those with graphic design skills. Commitment: approximately 2 hours a week, based at home and collaborating via shared documents and meetings online. Contact Marzanna at mantoniak@govanhillha.org
Volunteer with Glasgow Food Train
Local volunteers provide weekly deliveries of fresh groceries to older people experiencing difficulties doing their weekly grocery shopping, ensuring they can eat well. If you have an hour or two free each week, try a taster volunteering session with Glasgow Food Train. Call 0141 423 1722 or email glasgow@thefoodtrain.co.uk for more information.
Gardening Volunteering at the Hidden Gardens
Join our team of Gardening volunteers. Meet new people, learn & share skills, get some fresh air, have fun. Weekdays Tues, Weds or Fri 10am – 1pm, Weekends – next March 26th 12.30-2.30pm. For more info contact andrea@thehiddengardens.org.uk or Tel : 0141 433 2722
Volunteer at Queens Parkrun
Help to organise a free, weekly, timed 5k walk/jog/run at 9:30am every Saturday. Open to all ages and abilities. Organised entirely by volunteers.
All in Glasgow is a supported employment programme for anyone aged 29+ living in the city with additional support needs. The programme works with the five-stage supported employability model to support clients to gain the key skills and qualifications they need to find and keep well-paid jobs. For more information visit www.enableworks.org.uk or contact
Unemployed or feeling stuck in your current role? No qualifications or prior experience are necessary – these Employment Packages provide everything you need to start a new career, including industry training and qualifications, costs and applications for any industry licences, an interview for a live vacancy, a paid work placement, and a job offer for successful candidates. A range of industries will feature and be introduced in the coming weeks; to be kept up to date, keep in touch with your JBG Adviser or if you have not registered before, please contact the customer service team on freephone 0300 123 2898 or email contact@jbg.org.uk. More information here: www.jbg.org.uk/employment-packages-that-lead-straight-to-success/
Jobs Business Glasgow Employment Package for Security
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 contact the JBG customer service freephone line on 0300 123 2898. More information here.
Free employability and work readiness training from GCDT
GCDT is offering free training on Responsibilities of Employment for people aged 16-60. Boost your confidence, think about your future career, and learn more about your rights and responsibilities as a worker. The online course will involve a combination of group work, one-to-ones, and independent work. The course runs in blocks of 6 weeks and the next one is starting in April. Register an interest by contacting Ruth Plummer rplummer@govahillha.org or Gillian Scott gscott@govanhillha.org.
HEALTH & WELLBEING
Free chair-based yoga sessions (The Wee Retreat CIC)
Tuesdays, 1-1.45pm, Online
The classes will be primarily online and open to anyone with mobility challenges; limited in-studio spaces available at our studios in the southside for those with accessibility requirements. All bodies welcome, no previous experience necessary. Click here for more info. Contact support@theweeretreat.co.uk
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 and their confidence, connectivity and wellbeing. Contact info@befriend.org.uk.
Free gentle chair-based yoga classes for ladies
Every Tuesday 1:30-2:30 pm at St. Ninian’s Church, 1 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE. To book your place please contact Amy Gill on 0141 286 1885 or 07845 921 581.
Tai Chi on the Lawn at the Hidden Gardens
Come along Tuesdays and Fridays at 10am. Sessions are FREE and drop in.
Please dress for the weather as the class is outdoors. Before your first session this year please complete the online registration form: https://bit.ly/3MsdtgC
Govanhill residents (living in a postcode beginning G42 7 or G42 8) can now access up to 8 sessions of free counselling (by telephone or Zoom) with Glasgow mental health charity Lifelink Scotland. You can self refer here:
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.
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 information visit www.wellbeing-glasgow.org.uk.
Southside Community Recovery Network
Southside Community Recovery Network is hosting various addiction recovery activities and initiatives across the city, including a Southside-based programme. There are also opportunities for volunteering in recovery groups and cafes. For further information please call 0141 429 8181, email SouthADRSAdmin@glasgow.gov.uk, visit www.scrn-recovery.co.uk. Facebook updates: South Community Recovery Network – SCRN
YOUTH
You drop, you sow, you gather – Rumpus Room
A project with and for young people (16-25yrs) celebrating and sharing South Asian heritage. Workshops at the Rumpus Studio (Langside Lane, off Victoria Road) on 7th April, 21st April, 5th May & 19th May between 5-7pm. Hot food and travel costs available. If you are aged 16-25 years and would you like to join, contact Camilla at rumpusfoodprojects@gmail.com.
This project is aiming to provide specialised trauma-informed art psychotherapy and mental health support addressing the mental health and wellbeing needs of 30 refugees and asylum seekers aged 10 – 25. AMH will provide mental health and wellbeing support, primarily through the provision of art psychotherapy, with an alternative option of counselling for those who would prefer a talking therapy. Individual sessions are held weekly in blocks of 8. Interpreting and travel expenses will be covered by the project where needed. To refer a young person, contact MisaWatson@ycsa.org.uk.
Youth Forum 16-23 (Pollokshields Development Agency)
Wednesday, 6-7.30pm, Online/423 Shields Road
A space for young people in the Southside to develop skills, gain new friends and get involved in local community projects. PDA strive towards creating an active and inclusive network for local youth to find their voice and share their passions and interests. Click here to find out more.
RESOURCES & FUNDING
Scotland’s Census 2022
Do you work for a local authority, third sector organisation or community group? The stakeholder toolkit has everything you’ll need to promote, encourage and provide more information about Scotland’s Census 2022 to your communities, groups, partners and service users. Access the toolkit here: www.scotlandscensus.gov.uk/taking-part-in-the-2022-census/stakeholder-promotional-materials/
Let’s take care of our home – multilingual visual resource
Following a request from a group of residents, the Thriving Places team worked with local people and colleagues from Govanhill Housing Association, to create a multilingual poster with simple visuals to help residents keep their closes and backcourts clean. It contains information like where and how to store personal items and the correct way to dispose of rubbish. If you live in Govanhill and would like to receive a copy of the poster for your close, please contact Marzanna Antoniak at 0141 636 3636 or checkin@govanhillha.org. PDF is available for download here: Let’s take care of our home – Govanhill Community Information
JOBS & PAID OPPORTUNITIES
Community Engagement Trainees – Govanhill Baths
Part-time training position based on 11 hours per week.
Deadline: Applications must be in by 5pm Friday 8th April 2022.
Congratulations to Greater Govanhill CIC who have been awarded ‘Most Innovative Print Publication’ and ‘Regional/Local Outlet of the Year’ at the Independent Media Awards 2022 by the Independent Media Association!
Every second and fourth Saturday of the month 12 noon – 3 pm @ The Deep End, 21 Nithsdale Street. Do you have a broken lamp that needs to be fixed? A hole in your favourite jumper? Volunteer repairers will be here to help you fix your items. www.repaircafeglasgow.org
Office space to rent in Govanhill
Are you a local business, charity or social enterprise looking for an office or workspace in the south of Glasgow? We offer a range of serviced offices and workspaces to rent on flexible terms. Follow these two links Govanhill Workspace and Victoria Court via Govanhill Community Development Trust (GCDT). GCDT can also provide assistance to help you grow your business or organisation, make local connections and access funding and other support.
Contact Marie McBeth, Marketing & Partnership Worker Phone on 07741 893 008 or Email mmcbeth@govanhillha.org
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.
Congratulations and a big thank you to all the partners and residents who took part in Govanhill Week of Action!
More information here: https://www.greatergovanhill.com/latest/govanhill-week-of-action-kicks-off
HAPPENING NOW & SOON
Cathkin Blazes Open Football Session
Tuesday, 8 March 2022 from 17:15-18:15 at Goals, 941 Pollokshaws Road, Shawlands, G41 2DX
Cathkin Blazes is a football team for women and non-binary folks who want to learn to play football in a non-judgemental space, as well as be part of a really friendly and local community. It’s LGBTQI+ and trans-friendly, they are based in the Southside of Glasgow and the sessions are free of charge to attend. For more information click here.
Women’s Equality March
Govanhill Baths Community Trust invites residents and organised groups to take part in the Women’s Equality March on Saturday the 12th of March.
The March will assemble at Govanhill Park at 12pm and then head to Queen’s Park where there will be speeches by women’s groups and activists taking action for gender equality.
There will be soups and coffees on arrival for everyone in attendance at Queen’s Park following the
Procession. This will be a chance for us to take to the streets and to show unity whilst celebrating women’s achievements in the struggle for representation and justice.Ahead of the March there will be banner making sessions at the Deep End on 21 Nithsdale Street, G41 2PZ. These will be held on the 8 th of March (10-12.00pm) and we will be having a drop-in session all day on the 11 th of March too. We will be making colourful and loud signs which protest gender discrimination and inequality.
International Women’s Day Workshop with the Feminist Exchange Network Library
Wednesday 9 March, 1pm, at the Larkfield Centre, 39 Inglefield Street.
Dr Thelma Okey-Adibe will lead a session for women to explore some of the books in the library using her Ketso mat, a visual tool to encourage group dialogue and develop creative solutions together. For more information contact events@swapmarket.info
Join a conversation on what men can do to improve their physical and mental health. Discussion facilitated by Sean Tierney, Men’s Project Lead. Click here to find out more. Contact Sean on sean@finnsplace.org or 01416327520
Big Noise offers free, fun, friendly music classes for 0-3 year-olds and their parents living in Govanhill. Forsyth House, 151 Coplaw Street, G42 7DE.
Mondays
10.15-10.45am – 8 spaces, first come first served
11-11.30am – 8 spaces, first come first served
Tuesdays
1.15-1.45pm – 8 spaces, first come first served.
Loc de Joacă playgroup from Daisy Chain
Loc de Joacă is a playgroup aimed at Romanian Roma families with preschool aged children (0-5 years of age). It takes place every Friday between 1:15 and 2:45 pm and currently there’s no need to book in advance. Daisy Chain, Elim Church, 42 Inglefield Street G42 7AT. For more information call 07388 227118 or email daisychain@crossreach.org.uk.
Looking for more activities?
Greater Govanhill has launched a new page on their website rounding up all the regular activities and clubs in and around Govanhill: www.greatergovanhill.com/activities
SUPPORT
Free Immigration Support for Ukrainians
Southside Immigration Ltd are offering Ukrainian citizens and their family members a free initial immigration consultation throughout March. Call them on 07561 171 462 to book in.
Support for Ukrainian Residents
If you have a Ukrainian neighbour or friend in Govanhill or nearby who needs any kind of support, please let them know they can get in touch with us at Thriving Places Govanhill, especially if they have limited English skills. We can communicate in Ukrainian, Polish, Russian, and English. Contact Marzanna at mantoniak@govanhillha.org or call 079 7589 4393.
Hardship Fund from Awaz Voice of the Community
This fund of up to £500 seeks to ease the financial hardship of those who have no recourse to other sources of financial assistance – for example, a family member or benefits have been exhausted. The hardship fund is intended to cover emergency costs and will not be used to cover recurring costs. To apply email amy@awaz.org.uk and request an application form. Alternatively call into the Awaz office, Craig House, 64 Darnley St, Pollokshields, Glasgow G41 2SE.
Homelessness Referrals
Individuals/families or agencies 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. It is okay for people to present directly there but, particularly if translators are required, it helps if the number can be called first. Agencies can make referrals on behalf of individuals.
Family Finances Support from Glasgow Life
If you are a parent or carer, Glasgow Life can offer free 1:1 advice and support for better paid employment, free training and education to gain control over your household finances. For more information email financialcapability@glasgowlife.ac.uk, call 07443 814 190 or send a text message 07584773928.
Mondays 10am-4pm: English classes. For more information and to book, email hellomilkesol@gmail.com
Tuesdays 10am-12pm and 12pm-2pm: Computer Skills workshops. For more information and to book email hellomilkit@gmail.com
Wednesdays 10am-2pm: Women’s Group. No need to book.
Thursday- Sunday: Cafe open to the public
Personal development training from Awaz
Build your confidence and start a new challenge. Free course starting 23 February, running every Wednesday from 1:30-2:30 for 6 weeks. Awaz Studios, Craig House, 64 Darnley St, Pollokshields, Glasgow G41 2SE.. For more information contact Amy Gill at 0141 286 1885 or email amy@awaz.org.uk.
VOLUNTEERING & EMPLOYABILITY
All in Glasgow from ENABLE
All in Glasgow is a supported employment programme for anyone aged 29+ living in the city with additional support needs. The programme works with the five-stage supported employability model to support clients to gain the key skills and qualifications they need to find and keep well-paid jobs. For more information visit www.enableworks.org.uk/ or contact
Unemployed or feeling stuck in your current role? No qualifications or prior experience are necessary – these Employment Packages provide everything you need to start a new career, including industry training and qualifications, costs and applications for any industry licences, an interview for a live vacancy, a paid work placement, and a job offer for successful candidates. A range of industries will feature and be introduced in the coming weeks; to be kept up to date, keep in touch with your JBG Adviser or if you have not registered before, please contact the customer service team on freephone 0300 123 2898 or email contact@jbg.org.uk. More information here: www.jbg.org.uk/employment-packages-that-lead-straight-to-success/
achieve Security Industry Authority (SIA) approved training,
acquire the required Security Industry Authority (SIA) licence (cost included),
complete a 6 week work placement (paid at Glasgow Living wage),
take part in a guaranteed interview, and
when successful, receive a job offer in a security role.
The first stage of the training course will begin on Monday 4th April 2022. We are now inviting interest from those who would like to take part. Eligibility extends to Glasgow City Council residents, aged 18 years or over, who can provide the necessary ID requirements, and pass a criminal background check. Participants must also have a First Aid certificate. Please note, we are running a free course in advance of the training date for anyone who requires this. Those who are interested should speak to their JBG Adviser or contact the JBG customer service freephone line, on 0300 123 2898.
Free employability and work readiness training from GCDT
GCDT is offering free training on Responsibilities of Employment for people aged 16-60. Boost your confidence, think about your future career, and learn more about your rights and responsibilities as a worker. The online course will involve a combination of group work, one-to-ones, and independent work. The course runs in blocks of 6 weeks and the next one is starting in April. Register an interest by contacting Ruth Plummer rplummer@govahillha.org or Gillian Scott gscott@govanhillha.org.
HEALTH & WELLBEING
Free gentle chair-based yoga classes for ladies
Every Tuesday 1:30-2:30 pm at St. Ninian’s Church, 1 Albert Dr, Glasgow G41 2PE. To book your place please contact Amy Gill on 0141 286 1885 or 07845 921 581.
Lifelink wellbeing classes
Govanhill residents can now access up to 8 sessions of completely free counselling through Glasgow Mental Health Charity Lifelink Scotland. The counselling sessions will take place by telephone or zoom and are open to anyone living in a postcode beginning G42 7 or G42 8. To access this you can self refer by completing the referral form here. Please email this to Ellen at efeerick@govanhillha.org The service is completely free and Govanhill Community Development Trust will not hold your details, these will be passed immediately to Lifelink Scotland.
FREE Wellbeing, Arts and 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.
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. Anyone with a G.P. in the Southside of Glasgow can be referred for treatment. This can be done online or by phoning 0141 232 2555. Written referrals from G.P.s, CMHT’s and external/internal agencies are also accepted.
Southside Community Recovery Network is hosting a number of addiction recovery activities and initiatives across the city, including a Southside-based programme.
There are also opportunities for volunteering in all recovery groups and cafes. See the image below for times and locations.
For further information please call South Community Recovery Network (SCRN) call 0141 429 8181 or email SCRN admin SouthADRSAdmin@glasgow.gov.uk
Glasgow School Streets Programme at Annette Street Primary School
Only authorised vehicles will be allowed to access Annette Street during the hours of 8:30-9:15am and 2:30-3:15pm Monday to Friday from 28th February. This is to ensure the safety of children and families at the beginning and end of the school day. Anyone in an unauthorised vehicle who drives down the street during this time will be subject to a Fixed Penalty Notice.
YOUTH
Young People’s Gardening Group at the Hidden Gardens
The Hidden Gardens has a new gardening group for people aged 16-19, every Wednesday from 10am-12 noon, starting 2 March for 4 weeks. Find out about volunteering, local courses and careers in gardening. Contact andrea@thehiddengardens.org.uk to book a space.
English Conversation Groups from YCSA
YCSA is currently accepting new referrals for BME young people ages 16-25 who are either asylum seekers, refugees or vulnerable to homelessness or offending and keen to improve their English. The current schedule runs on Mondays at the following times:
This project is aiming to provide specialised trauma-informed art psychotherapy and
mental health support addressing the mental health and wellbeing needs of 30 refugees and asylum seekers aged 10 – 25. AMH will provide mental health and wellbeing supports, primarily through the provision of art psychotherapy, with an alternative option of counselling for those who would prefer a talking therapy. Individual sessions are held weekly in blocks of 8. Interpreting and travel expenses will be covered by the project where needed. To refer a young person, contact MisaWatson@ycsa.org.uk.
Glasgow Zine Library’s Young Producers Programme is returning for 2022
The YPP is a free, multi-week, mentored course for people aged 16-21 to gain skills in communication, teamwork, event management, community art and events. Deadline to apply: Monday 14 March. Find out more and apply here: https://www.glasgowzinelibrary.com/young-producers
Zine in a Weekend
Aged 14-18? Join the GZL team for ZINE-IN-A-WEEKEND on March 12th & 13th! Spend the weekend making your own zines, from coming up with an idea right through to printing and binding it ready for you to take away. RSVP for free here: https://glasgowzinelibrary.com/zineinaweekend
Free journalism skills training course from Greater Govanhill
Greater Govanhill is launching a free training course which will, over two months, introduce young people who are typically under-represented in the media to a variety of journalism skills including interviewing, video producing, writing and podcasting. For young people aged 16-24. No previous experience required. First block runs 13 March – 8 April. Second block runs 20 April – 4 May. Deadline to apply: 3 March. For more information and to apply visit: https://greatergovanhill.com/training
RESOURCES & FUNDING
Scotland’s Census 2022
Do you work for a local authority, third sector organisation or community group? The stakeholder toolkit has everything you’ll need to promote, encourage and provide more information about Scotland’s Census 2022 to your communities, groups, partners and service users. Access the toolkit here: www.scotlandscensus.gov.uk/taking-part-in-the-2022-census/stakeholder-promotional-materials/
Private Lane Toolkit from GCC
A private lane toolkit has been launched by Glasgow City Council (GCC) to help residents and owners understand more about the ownership and maintenance responsibilities of any adjoining lanes to their property. Funding is also available to further support owners of private lanes to improve the overall environmental quality of these shared spaces. Deadline to apply: Friday 11 March 2022. More information here.
#ShiftThePower Scotland Comic Relief Fund
#ShiftThePower supports organisations with passionate people to make meaningful change in their communities. In 2022, the fund will be open to grassroots organisations and charities with an income of £250,000 or less whose work fits one of two strategic themes:
Children Survive and Thrive – Supporting children to survive and thrive during the first years of life (0-5 years old) through targeted work and opportunities for children and families facing disadvantage.
Mental Health Matters – Supporting people with mental health issues or challenges to share their stories, live free from stigma and discrimination, and build positive relationships and experiences.
Let’s take care of our home – multilingual visual resource
Following a request from a group of residents, the Thriving Places team worked with local people and colleagues from Govanhill Housing Association, to create a multilingual poster with simple visuals to help residents keep their closes and backcourts clean. It contains information like where and how to store personal items and the correct way to dispose of rubbish. If you live in Govanhill and would like to receive a copy of the poster for your close, please contact Marzanna Antoniak at 0141 636 3636 or checkin@govanhillha.org. PDF is available for download here: Let’s take care of our home – Govanhill Community Information
JOBS & PAID OPPORTUNITIES
Govanhill Housing Association
Govanhill Housing Association currently has two vacancies:
Asset Manager Closing Date 9 March at 10am.
Senior Housing Officer (Rents) Closing Date 21 March at 9am.
Community Programme Manager Vacancy at The Hidden Gardens
The Hidden Gardens is looking for a Community Programme Manager to work in their small collaborative team. Please find out more and download the application pack from their website: https://thehiddengardens.org.uk/community-programme-manager-vacancy/. Deadline: Sunday 13 March, 9pm.
Positive Action in Housing is hiring an Admin and Finance Assistant
Every second and fourth Saturday of the month 12 noon – 3 pm @ The Deep End, 21 Nithsdale Street
Do you have a broken lamp that needs to be fixed? A hole in your favourite jumper? Volunteer repairers will be here to help you fix your items. www.repaircafeglasgow.org
Office space to rent in Govanhill
Are you a local business, charity or social enterprise looking for an office or workspace in the south of Glasgow? We offer a range of serviced offices and workspaces to rent on flexible terms. Follow these two links Govanhill Workspace and Victoria Court via Govanhill Community Development Trust (GCDT). GCDT can also provide assistance to help you grow your business or organisation, make local connections and access funding and other support.
Contact Marie McBeth, Marketing & Partnership Worker Phone on 07741 893 008 or Email mmcbeth@govanhillha.org
