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Damita’s Viewpoint

Celebrating 17 years of Legacy. Growth. Community Ujima is celebrating its 17 year birthday! Woohoo🌻 This is another milestone that we are so excited about. My team has worked hard, including our writers, to share their stories that we hope resonated with you throughout the past year.  Thanks to Ujima’s Contributing Writers Jacqueline Johnson, Minister Sonya Hosey, Aubrie Edmond, and Christina “Satya” Gobert. These ladies … Continue reading Damita’s Viewpoint

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Ujima Celebrates 17 Years!! 🌻

Seventeen years ago, Ujima was born out of a simple need to tell our community’s stories. From glossy pages to digital media, our journey has been one of resilience, growth, and love for the people that make a difference in the world and our communities. In this issue we celebrate 17 years of Everyday Heroes, culture, and community. Thank you for walking this journey with … Continue reading Ujima Celebrates 17 Years!! 🌻

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Behind the Scenes: Finding Her Way

Aubrie Edmond, Contributing Writer For the past six months, I have been working on writing, recording, and producing an album called All Dogs Go to Heaven. I have been making music since I was a child, but I’ve never tried to release my work even though it has been a dream of mine for as long as I can remember. Recently, I have been trying … Continue reading Behind the Scenes: Finding Her Way

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August 2025 Newsletter

From The Editor August reminds us to pause, breathe, and celebrate the happiness within our community. Even as summer winds down, the spirit of Ujima continues — lifting everyday heroes, honoring our roots, and reminding us that together, we create history,  prosperity and legacies.  This month we celebrate Black Business Month. It’s a time to recognize, support, and uplift the entrepreneurs and visionaries who pour … Continue reading August 2025 Newsletter