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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.
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St. David’s Neal Kocurek Scholarship Accepting Applications for its 2021 Program
About St. David’s FoundationSt. David’s Foundation is one of the largest health foundations in the United States, funding $80 million annually in a five-county area surrounding Austin, Texas. Through a unique partnership with St. David’s HealthCare, the Foundation reinvests proceeds from the hospital system back into the community, with a goal of advancing health equity and improving the health and well-being of our most underserved … Continue reading St. David’s Neal Kocurek Scholarship Accepting Applications for its 2021 Program
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Holiday Issue 2020
In this issue you we discuss ideas to give back, how to care for your skin during these winter months, health and wellness and some movie and book ideas. Please read and share with your friends and family. Continue reading Holiday Issue 2020
Commissioner Jeff Travillion Gives His Perspective on Project Connect
If you have paid attention to the issues on the ballot other than the presidential candidates, you know that Austin is looking at a Transit proposal called Project Connect. I hope this interview will provide you more clarity and understanding of how you want to vote when you head to the ballot. Take a listen. Damita Miller-Shanklin Ujima Magazine Damita@Ujimamagazine.com Continue reading Commissioner Jeff Travillion Gives His Perspective on Project Connect
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Project Connect Is On The Austin Ballot
To learn more about the Project Connect Transit plan, visit https://capmetro.org/projectconnect. There are factors to consider before you vote at the polls are: The overall project of a new transit system The accessibility of connecting neighborhoods The environmental impact which include transitioning to zero emissions The economic advantages of having rail services as an option The anti-displacement measures to make sure residents and businesses are … Continue reading Project Connect Is On The Austin Ballot
