Author: Damita M-S

I am the Founder/Publisher of a digital and printed newsmagazine called Ujima, located in Austin, Texas. Ujima focuses on the "everyday hero" in our Black community. We promote, inspire and educate through writing positive stories. I also love art, dogs, photography, journaling, blogging and wine.
Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Holidays, Seniors, Ujima Magazine, Viewpoint

Viewpoint: Celebration of Mothers

From the May Issue 2022 The month of May is always a reminder that we are starting the holiday season. Moving forward we start with celebrations from Cinco De Mayo to Juneteenth. The most important celebration is Mother’s Day!  How will you celebrate your mother? My mother is the matriarch of our family. She is 95 years old and still enjoys her family. Recently, she … Continue reading Viewpoint: Celebration of Mothers

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Austin Texas, Black Men, Black Women, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Education, Memories, Ujima Magazine

Famous Mothers of Black History

Source: Mom’s Choice Awards Mom’s Choice Awards ‘Cause I’m A Woman… Enjoli – Retroist In our current times, due to social media, we all know when most women become mothers. This is from famous moms to friends and acquaintances. Looking at our history, we did not always know who had children unless they caught a photo or after they pass away you may see their … Continue reading Famous Mothers of Black History

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Austin Texas, Black Women, Business, Community Magazine, Connecting, Digital Magazine, Education, Entrepreneur, Ujima Magazine

Patricia Hayes, Strategist, Executive Advisor, Empowerment Coach

You Have To Take a Chance on Yourself Damita Miller-Shanklin I had the opportunity to have a great chat with Patricia Hayes. Her company is PVH Consulting Group, LLC. Her company provides Strategic support, Executive Advisor services, and Coaching. Meet Patricia Hayes.  Patricia Hayes is an Attorney by training but her work is around educational law, policy, and legislative work. She graduated from Pepperdine Law … Continue reading Patricia Hayes, Strategist, Executive Advisor, Empowerment Coach

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Austin Texas, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Ujima Magazine

Why Dark Chocolate?

Source: Healthline Page 8: Why Dark Chocolate? Source: Healthline I am a chocolate lover. I have a routine that I got from my mama. Every night before she goes to bed, she has something sweet. Just a little bit. Usually, it was something chocolate. Well, I have developed the same habit. Here is some good news about dark chocolate. –Dark chocolate is nutritious. It contains … Continue reading Why Dark Chocolate?

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Active Living (55+), Austin Texas, Black Women, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Motivation, Seniors, Ujima Magazine, Women of Color

Fun Things To Do This Spring

Mary Linnen, Senior Writer, Editor Spring for me is so exciting, mainly because it leads to summer. There are many things you can do in the spring make a list and then make plans! Let’s start with a few ideas.● Plant a spring garden (or even just a plant or two)● See the cherry blossoms.● Have a picnic at the par● Go for a run.● … Continue reading Fun Things To Do This Spring

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