The Power of ujima

Ujima is not theory — it is practice.

It is collective lifting.

It is shared accountability.

It is “not without my people.”

As I now understand my role with clarity. I accept and understand my assignment.

I have been called to teach what was never taught — to guide our seasoned citizens, and others who are interested into the world of technology with dignity, patience, humor, and cultural pride.

This is not just a class. It is restoration. It is repair. It is reclamation of agency.

It is honoring our ancestors by preparing our elders.

And — to answer the question plainly:

What happened to us?

Why are we behind in technology?

Because we didn’t choose technology.

But now, with Ujima as our guide, we choose each other.

And together, we rise.