Author: Damita M-S

I am the Founder/Publisher of a digital magazine called Ujima, located in Austin, Texas. We highlight our "everyday heroes." 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.
Austin Texas, Community, Community, Connecting, Education, Health and Wellness, Networking, Parenting

The Central Texas African American Family Support Conference Making A Difference

The Central Texas African American Family Support Conference (CTAAFSC) is around the corner. This is a yearly conference that helps to support consumers, family members and practitioners in learning more about coping with Mental Health as well as supporting someone who has Mental Health. I spent time with a young woman and her mother who has attended the conference for the last five years. I … Continue reading The Central Texas African American Family Support Conference Making A Difference

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Business, Community, Community, Entrepreneur, Feature Story, Health and Wellness

Community Spotlight and Networking With Ujima Magazine

It is February and Ujima Magazine is launching a new monthly event. So join us as we welcome people in our community that will share their knowledge on various topics to enhance your personal and business life. Our first meeting will be held February 24, 2016 from 10:30am-12:30pm at Orange Coworking located at 2110 W Slaughter Ln #160. Our first speaker will be Naya Jones, … Continue reading Community Spotlight and Networking With Ujima Magazine

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Books, Writing

NEW PUBLICATION- Terminologia de Relacion by Dr. Anthony Johnson

People who have known me for a long time realize my focus is on promoting and elevating others which leads to the establishment of a legacy. Indeed life continues to be interesting as I have been afforded several opportunities to assist many global populations. Many encounters involved Spanish speaking persons from the South American region who encouraged me to publish a work in Spanish so … Continue reading NEW PUBLICATION- Terminologia de Relacion by Dr. Anthony Johnson

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Beauty, Black Women, Inspiration

Are You Ready To Win the Texas Plus America Pageant?

Ujima Magazine had the opportunity to get behind the scenes information for potential candidates interested in the Texas Plus America Pageant. We all see the end results of young women walking the runaway, participating in the interview portion, evening gown, and receiving the crown and sash. This is about how to become involved. This is a series of stories where you will hear from different … Continue reading Are You Ready To Win the Texas Plus America Pageant?

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Art and Entertainment, Fashion

What Is Your Favorite Gown?

The Golden Globes took place last night and we say congratulations to all the award winners, but the fashion is what is all the buzz. Ujima has cast their vote for the our favorite gowns of the evening. As I look at our choices, I realize the simple, minimal looks seem to get our highest vote. What was your favorite gown last night? There was … Continue reading What Is Your Favorite Gown?

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