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.
Active Living, Black Women, Education, Feature Story, Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Ujima Magazine, Viewpoint, Women of Color

New Issue: Lily Shepard Moves: It’s All About Self-Discovery

Our first issue of 2023 is here. You don’t want to miss our feature story with Lily Shepard of Lily Shepard Moves. She talks about getting back to who we are as a women. It’s all about Self-Discovery. You will also find other stories that deal with renewal, healing and rejuvenation. Enjoy the read. Please share the issue link with your friends and family. Thanks. … Continue reading New Issue: Lily Shepard Moves: It’s All About Self-Discovery

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Austin Texas, Community, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Feature Story, Purpose, Ujima Magazine

Ebonie Trice: Mission Accomplished

by Damita Miller-Shanklin This issue is our final issue of the year 2022. This November/December issue is about the Act of Kindness and looking ahead to 2023. Ujima introduces you to Ebonie Trice. Her story is a genuine act of kindness and she talks about her mission to assist the homeless population in Austin and what she is doing to solve the most needed service … Continue reading Ebonie Trice: Mission Accomplished

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Ad Campaign, Business, Connecting, Digital Magazine, Entrepreneur, Networking, News, Ujima Magazine

Madelyn Patterson: Ujima’s Marketing Director

Ujima Magazine would like to introduce Madelyn Patterson. She has joined the Ujima staff as our Marketing Director. She comes to us with many years of experience in sales. We are happy she has join our team and will reach entrepreneurs who want to take their business to the next level. You can reach Madelyn at ujimamagazineads@gmail.com. She is ready to work with you. Ujima … Continue reading Madelyn Patterson: Ujima’s Marketing Director

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Austin Texas, Books, Children, Community, Latest Issue, Ujima Magazine, Youth

Meet Author Aaris Epps

Damita Miller-Shanklin Reading should start early. Growing up my mom read to me every night. She did not like Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss because I would ask her to read it almost every night. This is a fond memory for me.  This is where Author Aaris Epps enters the story.  Since she was a kid, she has always been a big reader, … Continue reading Meet Author Aaris Epps

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Community Magazine, Digital Magazine

SHE SPEAKS WELLNESS: You Are the Hero of Your Own Story

Contributing Writer Minister Sonya Hosey YOUR STORY All of us have a story to tell. Your family history, experiences, failures, and success shapes you. “Be the hero of your own story. Show the world the quality of your character, the strength of your resolve, and the size of your heart by finishing strong.” — Gary Ryan Blair Jeremiah 29:11” For I know the plans that … Continue reading SHE SPEAKS WELLNESS: You Are the Hero of Your Own Story

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