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From Survival to Purpose: A Woman’s Journey from Trauma to Freedom

Interview with Dannece Shawnta Crocker By Cheri’ Angelique’ Grant-July Today, I had the pleasure of interviewing with a beautiful woman who had experienced various trials and obstacles before becoming the D.I.V.A. (Divine Inspired Valued Asset) she is today. There are moments in life that divide time into “before” and “after.”For her, that moment came at thirteen. Before that age, she was like many children — … Continue reading From Survival to Purpose: A Woman’s Journey from Trauma to Freedom

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March Issue

Ujima: March Issue-Observing Black Women’s History Month

Damita Miller-Shanklin Who in your life is the women who you celebrate on a daily basis. Who comes to mind this month during Women’s History Month? We all have someone who we listen to a little more, follow their journey, or have them as a mentor. Ujima is observing Women’s History Month. Our feature story is Karma Cottman, CEO/Founder of Ujma: The National Center on … Continue reading Ujima: March Issue-Observing Black Women’s History Month

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February Issue

February Viewpoint

Damita Miller-Shanklin, Editor/Writer Growing up I remember every February in my class we would discuss Martin Luther King, Jr. He was the main focus for our Black History Month. That was it. I learned about our other heroes later as I read books and watched movies.  This February, as I celebrate Black History Month, I feel a heavy weight on my shoulders. We are bombarded … Continue reading February Viewpoint

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CBS We Are Austin, Gone Mad Productions

Grapes and Rye

Lady Madelyn Patterson, Gone Mad Productions, Contributing Writer Some spaces serve drinks…Other spaces serve connection, creativity, culture, and community restoration. Grapes and Rye, founded by Lawrence and Rachel Williams, is one of those rare spaces where you don’t just attend an experience — you become part of a story unfolding in real time. From the moment you enter their space, you sense that this is … Continue reading Grapes and Rye

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January Issue

Denisha Jenkins: Growth Facilitator, Stabilizing Teams, and Organizational Resilience Expert

Damita Miller-Shanklin, Writer January is the beginning of change, reset and a start anew. Jenkins is a Growth Facilitator, who is perfect for our issue this month. As you have read, our issue is about not staying stuck because you are thinking too much. This also includes thinking you have to get things perfect which can lead to procrastination.  Here is the written Q&A with … Continue reading Denisha Jenkins: Growth Facilitator, Stabilizing Teams, and Organizational Resilience Expert

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