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.
Around Town, Authors

Event: Multi-Talented Chantel Deniese Unveils Her Latest Masterpiece: “Unbloke Me”

Accomplished performing artist, transformative life coach, and now pioneering author, Chantel Deniese, triumphantly announces the release of her latest masterpiece, “Unblock Me.” This inspiring book is crafted to guide readers through the journeyof overcoming life’s hurdles and unlocking their innate potential. Chantel, with her vibrant charisma, has already touched the lives of many through her dynamic stage performances and empowering coaching sessions. Her deep-rooted passion … Continue reading Event: Multi-Talented Chantel Deniese Unveils Her Latest Masterpiece: “Unbloke Me”

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January Issue, Latest Issue

New Issue 2025: Maximize Your Time: Get More Done with Less Stress

Welcome to 2025! Our first issue of the year is out now and it is about maximizing your time and getting more done with less stress. We are discussing practical ways to help you take control of your day, prioritize what really matters, and create space for the things you love most.✨We discuss tools used along with my team to help stay organized and focused. … Continue reading New Issue 2025: Maximize Your Time: Get More Done with Less Stress

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Around Town, Art and Entertainment, Holidays

Ballet Afrique presents Duke Ellington’s -The Nutcracker Suite

Jazz-Infused Holiday Classic at Bass Concert Hall Ballet Afrique, Austin’s premiere Black ballet fusion company, returns with a fifth annual production of Duke Ellington’s “The Nutcracker Suite.” Half a decade old and already a cherished holiday tradition, the production invites audiences to reimagine the holiday season through Ellington’s jazz take on Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. This year, the production moves to its biggest stage yet: Bass … Continue reading Ballet Afrique presents Duke Ellington’s -The Nutcracker Suite

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Nov-Dec Issue

Celebrating Love

Jacqueline Johnson, Contributing Writer Now that Thanksgiving has come and gone, we now focus on the Christmas holiday. I hope you will enjoy our Contributing Writer, Jacqueline, who discusses during the holiday we need to celebrate love with our family friends, or our chosen family. Are you inviting family and friends to your Christmas dinner? #christmasholiday #celebratinglove #familytime #chosenfamily #blackfamily #communitymagazine #digitalmagazine #everydayheroes #blackmagazine Continue reading Celebrating Love

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