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Destiny Miller, Youth Voice Contributor Want to save money and be more sustainable and mindful this holiday season? Youshould try thrifting. Thrifting was created many decades back as a way to keep items out of the landfill and serve lower-class communities. The etymology of the word “thrift” comes from the 1300s Middle English “fact orcondition of thriving” and “prosperity, savings.” Its origins can be seen … Continue reading Thrifting
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Damita Miller-Shanklin The season has arrived for sparkling lights, tinsel, beautifully decorated Christmas Trees and all the songs of the season coming through our television and radios. This year seems different. The chaos of uncertainty, trying to make sure your family and friends have a great holiday season as well. I get it! But we all have to slow down and find our peace. The … Continue reading Finding Peace In A Busy Season
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Aubrie Edmond, Contributing Writer Aubrie spoke about buying the right coat for the winter she will endure on the East Coast. I personally have not had a decent coat since the 90’s, I stopped buying them because I never wore them. If I did, it would be 2-3 days. I have learned to layer so I can get cooler when needed and warm when needed, … Continue reading Finding Her Way:East Coast Fall
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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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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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