Black Women, Contributing Writers, Religion, Women's Ministry

She Speaks Wellness: Breaking Glass Ceilings

Written by Minister Sonya Hosey I have always admired black-led nonprofit visionaries, women entrepreneurs, and political leaders of faith. These leaders started with a passion in their hearts and life experiences to make a change beyond their communities. These are women on the front line who are not afraid to break glass ceilings. Women such as Shirley Chisholm, in 1969, became the first Black woman … Continue reading She Speaks Wellness: Breaking Glass Ceilings

Damita M-SSeptember 11, 2023Leave a comment

Memories, Monday with Ujima

Where Were You? In Memory of 911

Damita Miller-Shanklin Where were you the morning of 911? Do you remember what you were doing? I do. I was in my office listening to the JB and Sandy radio show. One of DJ’s said someone just flew a plane into the Twin Tower in New York. It was said like can’t you believe someone got off course that bad. But then their serious voice … Continue reading Where Were You? In Memory of 911

Damita M-SSeptember 11, 2023Leave a comment

Austin Texas, Community, Contributing Writers, Education, Health and Wellness, Latest Issue

Natural Food for Nature’s People

We live in a current time where 1 in 4 people have a chronic health condition such as diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and mental health conditions. How did we get here? Just a few generations ago, people were healthier and living longer lives. Well, life has certainly gotten more convenient; from the use microwaves, driving everywhere to get around, to fast food on every … Continue reading Natural Food for Nature’s People

Damita M-SSeptember 6, 2023September 3, 2023Leave a comment

Austin Texas, Celebrating the Vision, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Latest Issue, Viewpoint

We Are Celebrating!! 15 Years in the Austin Community

Time sure goes by fast doesn’t it? Ujima Magazine is celebrating 15 years of storytelling in our Black community! What does that look like? Over the years, I have looked for people in our community making an impact and a difference in our community. They are considered our Everyday Heroes! The stories shared with our community range from Sickle Cell awareness, technology and innovation, the … Continue reading We Are Celebrating!! 15 Years in the Austin Community

Damita M-SSeptember 4, 2023September 3, 2023Leave a comment

Celebrating the Vision, Community Magazine, Digital Magazine, Latest Issue

[Anniversary Issue] Ujima Moving Forward. Rising and Embracing The Future

Ujima celebrates 15 years of sharing stories of our “everyday heroes” in our Black Community. This issue is all about Ujima and our continued journey. We look at where we have come from, where we are now, and where we are headed. Make sure you watch for our digital content that provide more of our story. Thanks to all of our readers and supporters. Embrace … Continue reading [Anniversary Issue] Ujima Moving Forward. Rising and Embracing The Future

Damita M-SSeptember 1, 2023Leave a comment

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