Write for Us

Are you interested in contributing occasionally to Clydesider but don’t have the time to become a regular volunteer?

We are always keen to include articles from new writers and do our best to find the right place for everything we’re sent. But as our space in the magazine is limited we can’t guarantee we can publish everything we receive.

We have started to theme the magazines and the topics are planned well in advance of each issue so if you have an idea for an article it is usually best to contact us first and let us know what you have in mind. 

Just email [email protected] with a short description of the article you have in mind.

We have put together some contributor guidelines to show what kind of articles we are often looking for.

  1. Positive news stories about people from West Dunbartonshire. 
  2. Solution-focused articles that show how local people or organisations are tackling a problem affecting our community.
  3. Personal experience pieces that share a positive life journey.
  4. Articles about our area’s proud past or hidden gems.
  5. Guides to local walks or beauty spots.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Volunteer

Fancy joining the Clydesider team?

We have over 100 volunteers who come from all walks of life and lend a hand in many different ways. 

They write articles, take photos, help distribute the magazine and share our posts on social media. Some help with admin and DIY, some provide delicious home-baking for our community events.

Volunteer Testimonials

The one thing they have in common is a passion for our community and together they help make Clydesider a wee bit different from most newspapers and magazines. 

We help increase their skills by running training in community journalism, photography, film-making and social media. 

We also have a weekly Community Newsroom where volunteers can meet up, get some 1-1 support with an article or project and help us plan each issue of Clydesider magazine.

Interested in finding out more? Please call Jenny on 01389 381110 or email [email protected].

Creative Facilitators

We occasionally partner with freelance creative facilitators to run creative storytelling sessions. If you are experienced at running creative workshops please send your CV and some examples of your work to [email protected].