I heard the cries in the night before my life was laid to rest upon the mountaintop of fires. Heeding the call to resurrect the injustice that was produced in the minds of unfiltered lies. I began to reach towards heaven for sophisticated words to encounter the molecules of despair. On the mountaintop I was transfused into a vessel of democracy of love, only to … Continue reading ON THE MOUNTAINTOP (A TRIBUTE TO MLK JR)
Please get your early bird tickets today. You can register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-spotlight-and-networking-hosted-by-ujima-magazine-tickets-360252525. If you are unable to attend, please share the link with your network. This event is part of our mission to promote and highlight people in our community that are inspiring and doing positive things. If you have any questions, please contact me at damita@ujimamagazine.com. #embraceyourcommunity #nayajones #communityspotlight @orangecoworking #networking #ujimamagazine2016 #behindthescenes #febevent2016 @meintheatx … Continue reading Self-Care for Soulpreneurs with Naya Jones
Sydney Johnson rolled snake eyes and the plantation became his promise land of turmoil. Sydney endured the beating of Hampton Smith in his sickness for not complying to work. The demise of Hampton Smith and a manhunt ensued for justice with a rope and a tree. Hayes Turner was seized from custody and informed of his rights with a community of activists declaring his life. … Continue reading MARY HATTIE GRAHAM TURNER
Hey Everyone, I hope your new year is going well thus far. January has moved on and we are now in February which is stacking up to be a very busy month for events, awards and fun Austin activity. We are excited to celebrate Black History Month. Austin has a lot of history to celebrate. History that is not to be forgotten. UJIMA will be … Continue reading Publisher’s Note
The Central Texas African American Family Support Conference (CTAAFSC) is around the corner. This is a yearly conference that helps to support consumers, family members and practitioners in learning more about coping with Mental Health as well as supporting someone who has Mental Health. I spent time with a young woman and her mother who has attended the conference for the last five years. I … Continue reading The Central Texas African American Family Support Conference Making A Difference
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