Authentically East Food Tour: Are You Ready?

Rose Smith (Coach Smith) birthed the idea of the Authentically East Austin Food Tour as a result of the work and legacy left behind by so many business owners and community advocates of these historic neighborhoods.  Her father-in-law (Charles Smith Sr. – Founder of Blackland Neighborhood Association) was determined to fight the University of Texas’ attempts to buy land in the Blackland neighborhood.  And, as … Continue reading Authentically East Food Tour: Are You Ready?

Lone Star Circle Of Care Hosts Urban Health Expo March 24

The event supports CEO Rhonda Mundhenk’s mission to close health disparity gap Rhonda Mundhenk, J.D., MPH, is the Chief Executive Officer for Lone Star Circle of Care (LSCC), one of the leading Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) in Central Texas. LSCC has seventeen clinic sites throughout five counties known for its clinical excellence and innovation. Rhonda brings 20 years of healthcare and legal experience to … Continue reading Lone Star Circle Of Care Hosts Urban Health Expo March 24

Black Directors Holding The Top 2 Spots At The Box Office

Directors Ava DuVernay and Ryan Coogler are making history at the box office. They are two talented directors of A Wrinkle in Time and Black Panther respectfully.  It’s a milestone to celebrate. Aisha Barkley of All Black Media wrote a short piece about how these two directors did well this past weekend at the box office. You can read the full story at https://allblackmedia.com/2018/03/black-panther-and-a-wrinkle-in-time-marks-the-first-time-black-directors-held-the-top-2-spots-at-the-box-office/ Damita Miller-Shanklin Ujima … Continue reading Black Directors Holding The Top 2 Spots At The Box Office

Latest Issue – Feb/March 2018

Just a quick reminder that the digital issue of Ujima is out. Look for the print issue coming soon. Share the link with your friends and family! #ujimaatx #febmarissue #embraceyourcommunity, #staywoke #celebratingourvision Damita Miller-Shanklin Ujima Continue reading Latest Issue – Feb/March 2018