Celebrating Black History: A Tapestry of Resilience, Achievements, and Cultural Riches

by Jacqueline Johnson Black History Month stands as a vibrant tapestry woven with stories of resilience, achievements, and cultural richness. This annual observance, held every February, is a powerful reminder of the profound impact that Black individuals have had on history and society. The roots of Black History Month trace back to the pioneering work of Dr. Carter G. Woodson, often hailed as the “Father … Continue reading Celebrating Black History: A Tapestry of Resilience, Achievements, and Cultural Riches

Black History: Our History. Our Present. Our Legacy

Celebrating Black History month has a powerful meaning at this time in our communities. As you hear on the news, many politicians and people in general want to say our history did not happen the way it was documented and our family members who know the stories, lived the history, got it wrong. How is that possible? The pain of erasing my history, your history, … Continue reading Black History: Our History. Our Present. Our Legacy

Black History Issue: Black History and the Arts: Featuring Jeanette Hill, AUDELCO Award Winning Playwright

We hope you enjoy this issue and please share with our friends and family. Damita Miller-Shanklin, Editor-in-Chief Continue reading Black History Issue: Black History and the Arts: Featuring Jeanette Hill, AUDELCO Award Winning Playwright

Our Women, Their Contributions

by Jacquie Johnson, founder of Jacquie ooh The conversation surrounding influential moments and people in black history often focuses on the contributions of men — leaving the vital efforts of black women by the wayside. That’s why it’s important to make sure black women’s contributions are always part of our conversations about history. While some are more well-known than others, lack of mainstream recognition doesn’t … Continue reading Our Women, Their Contributions

February Issue: Jasmine Paul: Generational Wealth Starts With You

Ujima Magazine’s February issue is about legacy and generational wealth. We are celebrating Black History month as well. What are we teaching our next generation about how to save and invest for your future and your children’s future. Leaving a legacy does not always mean monetary and our feature, Jasmine Paul, discusses how she teaches our future generation about budgeting and understanding money. Jasmine Paul … Continue reading February Issue: Jasmine Paul: Generational Wealth Starts With You