Integration
Case Work
Newcomers to the UK often struggle to navigate the many rights, entitlements, challenges, and restrictions they face upon arrival in Glasgow. The Trust is happy to offer dedicated case work services to people who face issues they do not know how to resolve, and will do so either using CDT knowledge and services, or by signposting to the many contacts and partner organisations within East Glasgow Integration Network.
East Glasgow Integration Network
East Integration Network is a resource for community organisations in the northeast and east of Glasgow. It stands for community cohesion and inclusiveness in areas with rich histories and cultures. We want to build up community confidence and empowerment and help rid the fear of the unknown.
The East Integration Network stretches west from Easterhouse to Riddrie, south to Haghill and Parkhead and then east to Mount Vernon. Its members include community and migrant-led groups, charities, health organisations, local government, housing associations and campaigning groups. Some organisations are located in the east and northeast. Others are city or even nationwide. This membership is diverse with different interests and remits. Together, we aim to present a professional, united and coherent response to integration needs.
At the heart of our role is a desire to make services across northeast and east Glasgow transparent. We want to publicize them more widely and increase access to them. We hope to co-ordinate a holistic service. We want people who use our services to get access to information and support and resources easily.
To do this we share best practice and are working towards effective communication and partnership links. This allows the network to identify new opportunities and projects and the possibility for partnership work. Please contact Oleksandra at oleksandra@cranhilldt.org.uk if you wish to join the network
Community Meal
The Community meal is a meal with your neighbours, and provides a friendly and welcoming environment for members of the local community (and further afield) to enjoy an evening meal together each month. By bringing people together in this way we aim to create a warm and welcome multi cultural experience for all, that combats social isolation and strengthens community.
Each community meal is freshly prepared using healthy ingredients, and we hope attendees will enjoy trying new foods and be inspired to cook new dishes at home.
Previous themes have allowed guests to explore and enjoy new foods, such as the best of Persian, Italian, Polish and Scottish food. In the past we have also enjoyed film screenings and local community project showcases.
The community meal is a free event for all and takes place on the last Thursday of each month. For times, please check the programme of events.