The Burngreave Messenger is an independent community newspaper, delivered free, six times per year, to over 8000 households in the Burngreave area of Sheffield. The Messenger was first printed in 1999 and is a not-for-profit limited company whose directors are residents of the Burngreave area.
Decisions about the content of the Messenger are made collectively by volunteers in the editorial team and website editorial team. Volunteers are involved in writing, photography, design, editing, decision making, website management and proof reading.
The purpose of the Burngreave Messenger is to build the capacity of Burngreave residents through the production of the Messenger newspaper and website.
We aim to:
Increase awareness of services and opportunities available to residents
Increase residents’ involvement in local groups and community activities
Increase confidence and self-esteem in the community by celebrating positive activities and residents achievements
Increase capacity of residents to identify and address problems in their community by supporting communication with service providers and local decision-making bodies
Increase involvement of residents from groups who might find it difficult to be involved in the community, in the production of the newspaper
Support residents to build their skills and confidence through training and volunteer experience
Increase understanding between different sections of the community