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.
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Digital Issue, October Issue

October Issue: Jamala Christopher, RD, Planting Seeds of Change

Our issue this month is about Seasonal Wellness and Health. Jamala Christopher, who is a Registered Dietician, gives us important nuggets of information about how she assist people reaching their health goals for their success. We hope this issue inspires and encourages you to be healthy and if you need assistance, Jamala can help. Do you have a health goal? Continue reading October Issue: Jamala Christopher, RD, Planting Seeds of Change

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Contributing Writers, September Issue-Anniversary

Finding Her Way: NEW CHAPTERS

By Aubrie Edmond, Contributing Writer There has been a lot of change around me recently. A little over two weeks ago, I arrived in D.C. for the second time in my life, this time with the majority of my belongings for the next three years in tow. A month ago, I was living my life under the impression that I was moving to Boston. I … Continue reading Finding Her Way: NEW CHAPTERS

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Contributing Writers, September Issue-Anniversary

She Speaks Wellness: Healing the Wounds We Didn’t Create-But Refuse to Pass On

By Minister Sonya Hosey What Is Trauma? Trauma is the emotional, mental, and physical response to deeply distressing events. Left unhealed, it can echo across generations. This is generational trauma—yesterday’s suffering showing up in today’s decisions, relationships, and self-worth. Many of us carry the imprint of history—slavery, segregation, poverty, systemic injustice—and the silent struggles of our mothers and grandmothers. We’ve inherited their strength, but also … Continue reading She Speaks Wellness: Healing the Wounds We Didn’t Create-But Refuse to Pass On

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Contributing Writers, September Issue-Anniversary

Ujima Magazine Celebrates 17 Years of Empowering the Community

by Jacqueline A. Johnson Jacquie has been a long time contributing writer for a while now. I can’t remember exactly when she started writing for us. She reached out to me and wanted to contribute her stories and the rest is history. We thank you Jacquie for being a part of Ujima and we are looking for more stories in the coming years. For 17 … Continue reading Ujima Magazine Celebrates 17 Years of Empowering the Community

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