Reviewing Citizen Miko – Screened as part of CineRoma 2.0
Last week, CineRoma 2.0 brought powerful narratives to the forefront as the UK’s only Roma Film Festival returned for its second year. Curated by young Roma from Govanhill, this year’s selection delved into themes of self-perception, identity, and resistance.
International Solidarity in Glasgow
It’s easy to feel helpless in the face of conflict and displacement facing those in places around the world including Palestine, Sudan, and Yemen. Three Glasgow residents share the importance of international solidarity and how Glaswegians are coming together to support one another in the face of ongoing challenges
Festival of Social Action platforms young Roma activists
Young Roma activists co-curate a transformative Festival of Social Action at Scotland's first Roma Culture Centre, showcasing powerful stories and fostering community connections to inspire change. Including a screening of the film ‘(We Are Roma): This is our Home’ which explored the experiences, struggles, and aspirations of Roma youth in Glasgow through the lens of Lena Popikova, a young Roma woman and aspiring filmmaker who grew up in the city.
Discover the 10th Edition of Glasgow International: A Contemporary Art Festival
Glasgow International, Scotland’s biennial festival of contemporary art, this year celebrates its 10th edition. A must-see experience drawing artists and art lovers from around the world, it is also a brilliant opportunity for everyone and anyone to explore and experience the scene which gives Glasgow its global reputation for contemporary art.
Root and Refuge Returns to Pollokshields for Refugee Festival Scotland
Roots of Refuge, at The Hidden Gardens, aims to celebrate inclusion, solidarity, and diversity in Scotland whilst amplifying the urgent call from the national campaign, Fair Begins Here, urging the UK Government to discontinue the Rwanda scheme.
Refugee Festival Scotland is back and everyone is invited
Refugee Festival Scotland has announced an exciting line-up of events sharing the stories of people and communities who have settled in Scotland. Including a whole host of events in Glasgow’s Southside, including Govanhill and the surrounding areas.
Știri și opinii despre romi: Cineast aspirant Lena Popikova privind actiunea socialǎ in comunitǎtile de romi
In our most recent Roma News and Views installment, Lena Popikiova discusses her film "Amen Sam Roma: We are Roma, this is our home," and reflects on the process of bringing it to life.
Roma News and Views: Aspiring Filmmaker, Lena Popikova on social action in Roma communities
In our most recent Roma News and Views installment, Lena Popikiova discusses her film "Amen Sam Roma: We are Roma, this is our home," and reflects on the process of bringing it to life.
City of Empire: I See Your History
City of Empire is a new community-led exhibition at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum that uncovers Glasgow’s deep-rooted links to empire and slavery. Zara Grew met up with the exhibition's Community Curator to find out more.
Jasleen Kaur: Alter Altar at the Tramway
Alter Altar is Jasleen Kaur’s latest exhibition at the Tramway. In an interview with Greater Govanhill, the Pollokshields born artist, delves into the significance of the exhibition, her connection to Glasgow, the importance of community action and the impact of art on activism.