Post Traumatic Flashbacks

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The door slid along the carpeted floor. I entered the rectangular office with off-white walls and wooden furniture. On the bookshelf, I found welcoming gifts from the foundation. Sandwiched between two hardcover books, I read the title of a popular book from my college years. I blinked twice and smiled. The leadership team had placed a copy of Dr.

An African-centered Education and Atomic Habit Union

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What would happen if African-centered Education and Atomic Habits married? Their child would bear the name African-centered Habits. In April’s All Staff Meeting, we discussed Kmt G. Shockley and Kofi Lomotey’s edited book, African-centered Education: Theory and Practice. James Clear’s book, Atomic Habits: An Easy and Proven Way to Build Good Habits and Break Bad Ones, is among the titles on Umoja’s reading list. When you combine these two resources, our work to support culturally relevant courses, programs, and services can thrive. 

New Podcast Episode: Let's Talk Equity

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Listen to the latest episode of the Umoja Community Education Foundation podcast.

In this empowering episode of the Umoja Community Education Foundation Podcast, we sit down with Jenine Smith, Umoja's Director of Human Resources and a seasoned Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) consultant. Join us as Jenine shares her wealth of knowledge and expertise, guiding listeners on a journey toward self-advocacy and community empowerment. 

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