Learn radio journalism with our new free workshop programme

There are LOADS of opportunities to get involved with Greater Govanhill at the moment!

Introduction to Radio Journalism course

Take part in this introduction to radio journalism workshop series at Greater Govanhill this summer. Across the series’ four sessions, you’ll gain skills and knowledge in finding new stories, interviewing, developing ideas for radio, as well as recording and editing audio. Alongside this, there’ll also be a chance to try out presenting in a workshop session at Radio Buena Vida!

You’ll come away with a short radio journalism piece, which will air on RBV for Govanhill International Festival 2023. You’ll also gain an understanding of different forms of radio journalism and get ideas and practical advice on where and how you could platform your piece 

This project would suit people interested in journalism, podcasting or radio journalism. Beginners to audio are welcome! The course will be led by Radio Producer and Sound Artist - Ros Fraser and sessions will take place in the Community Newsroom and Radio Buena Vida.

Dates for the sessions are: 

• Tues 20th June  / 18:30 - 20:30

• Tues 27th June  / 18:30 - 20:30

• Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th / Bookable 1:1 hour long editing tutorial sessions 

• w/c 10th July - Intro to DJing session at Radio Buena Vida - exact date TBC 

If you would like to get involved, fill in the application form here

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We are still looking for FONDs volunteers

We have been busy working with lots of local residents objects for our latest edition of the FONDS — a project that tells the stories and histories of people in the area through the objects that matter most to them. But we are still on the lookout for more volunteers to share the stories of their objects! If you’d like to get involved, book a slot here and bring along your photo to be photographed. You can find out more about the project here

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What keeps you well?

With our new bi-monthly run, we are already working on ideas for our August issue of Greater Govanhill which will focus on community solutions to health inequalities. It forms part of the final chapter of our year-long investigation into the topic here in Scotland with our partners The Ferret.

We want to know what community initiatives help to improve your health and wellbeing and, in some cases, plug the gaps that institutional health services miss. This could be anything - maybe there's a crafting class you go to every week or a space that lets you discuss specific issues for your community. We want to hear about anything, little or large.

Want to help us out? You can fill in the form here 

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Get your tickets for the ‘It’s Criminal’ performance

Come and join us for a journey into the world of crime and the media. Who chooses the headlines? Who chooses the stories? Is there a tsunami of crime or does the news make things feel worse than they really are? Who gets named and shamed in the press and what does this mean for them? Who gets stereotyped as thugs and thieves? And who is rich, powerful or hidden enough to escape justice and the news pages?

It’s Criminal so it is.

Could we, just could we, imagine a better way of doing things?

A collaboration between The Ferret, Greater Govanhill Magazine and Contemporary Narratives Lab, with support from City University of London.

The performance will run on June 22nd at the Tron Theatre. Tickets are free but must be reserved here

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Come along to our screening of shorts as part of Refugee Festival Scotland

Over the past few weeks, we have held several workshops for New Scots around video storytelling. Come and join as we host a screening evening for a selection of short films made by them. After the screening, there will be a Q&A with the shorts' creators. Free food and drink will be provided.

Reserve your free ticket here

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From our website…

Nola Soul: Bringing the American South to Govanhill

Nola Soul is a brand new authentic Southern-style restaurant on Victoria Road. We sampled some of the food from the latest edition to Govanhill’s vibrant food scene so you don’t have to. Read on to find out more about the new spot, what’s on offer and what's to come. Read more >

Refugee Festival Scotland Returns: find out what’s happening around the Southside 

The Scottish Refugee Festival Scotland is returning from 16-25 June with the theme of hope – ‘showcasing inspiring stories and sharing hopes and dreams for a better future’ Read more >

BAME community leaders launch UNISON 2023 Year of Black Workers campaign

UNISON Scotland’s Black Workers Committee (SBMC) officially launched its campaign, 2023 Year of Black Workers, at Glasgow City Chambers on 1 June. Read more >

Gomo Kimchi

“Gomo Kimchi is homemade, small-batch kimchi made with a mind to share a piece of my family, myself, and Korean culture with the good, kind people of Glasgow (the people really do make Glasgow).” Read more >

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Have you picked up the new issue yet?

You can find it in shops and cafes around Victoria Road, Cathcart Road and Pollokshaws Road. Or you can become a member via the button below to have it posted to you, so you never miss an issue.