Category: Community Magazine

Austin Texas, Celebrating the Vision, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Latest Issue, Viewpoint

We Are Celebrating!! 15 Years in the Austin Community

Time sure goes by fast doesn’t it? Ujima Magazine is celebrating 15 years of storytelling in our Black community! What does that look like? Over the years, I have looked for people in our community making an impact and a difference in our community. They are considered our Everyday Heroes!  The stories shared with our community range from Sickle Cell awareness, technology and innovation, the … Continue reading We Are Celebrating!! 15 Years in the Austin Community

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Celebrating the Vision, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Latest Issue

[Anniversary Issue] Ujima Moving Forward. Rising and Embracing The Future

Ujima celebrates 15 years of sharing stories of our “everyday heroes” in our Black Community. This issue is all about Ujima and our continued journey. We look at where we have come from, where we are now, and where we are headed. Make sure you watch for our digital content that provide more of our story. Thanks to all of our readers and supporters. Embrace … Continue reading [Anniversary Issue] Ujima Moving Forward. Rising and Embracing The Future

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Black History, Community Magazine, Education, Friday Wrap, News, Talking Point, Video

60 Minutes: [Video]Uncovering Black cemeteries paved over in Florida

Shared by: Damita Miller-Shanklin A friend of mine shared this video with me. I found it interesting and disturbing at the same time. This is another way our ancestors and families are being disrespected. Our family members should rest peaceful and not be under a parking lot. This is happening around the world including Texas. Take a look. What are your thoughts? Video Courtesy of … Continue reading 60 Minutes: [Video]Uncovering Black cemeteries paved over in Florida

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Business, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Entrepreneur, Health and Wellness

4 Key Tips For Stress-Free Entrepreneurship

Source: Written by: Stacy Jackson Black Enterprise When you are an entrepreneur, you are often stressed about your business. It can range from meeting a deadline, finances or just having time to relax. I came across a story about 4 Key Tips For Stress-Free Entrepreneurs. Nathalie Nicole Smith, is a multi-millionaire author and CEO of NN Body. She considers herself a serial entrepreneur. Smith shares … Continue reading 4 Key Tips For Stress-Free Entrepreneurship

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Around Town, Austin Texas, Community, Community Magazine, Food and Drink, Holidays

Ujima Magazine Juneteenth

Damita Miller-Shanklin As another Juneteenth comes to an end, I am reflecting on my day. For some reason, I kept going back and forth about taking off from work or just going in. I ended up going in but I only worked half the day. I missed the events over the weekend but I was determined to do something to celebrate. Growing up I celebrated … Continue reading Ujima Magazine Juneteenth

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