The 2nd Annual Ujima Award Celebration

March 28, 2013 - PRLog -- Unsung heroes exist throughout communities committing noble acts of courage with little recognition or acknowledgement. For the second year the Ujima Awards presents a ceremony that honors the loyalty and dedication of change agents with a focus on males in our communities. When speaking in regards to the ceremony, Co-Founder, Lauren Jackson stated, “Aristotle once stated that ‘excellence is not an act but a habit’, we are striving to continue the developing a habit of excellence by thanking, saluting, and supporting the community through the Ujima Awards.”  

The individuals honored are a direct reflection of collective work and responsibility; the definition of Ujima. These selfless persons are committed to building and maintaining urban communities throughout New Jersey and New York. In addition to award recognition, the celebration will consist of an array of community performances. This year the four award will recognize and award the following individuals:

• Award for Political Activism: Councilman Ras Barka

• Award for Community Excellence: UIH Family Partners

• Award for Youth Involvement: Chionesu Bakari

• Award for Professional Development: Baruti K. Kafele

No community can reach its fullest potential without celebrating and encouraging respect of those who continue to make it a better place for the individuals who reside in it. Sean Christopher, Co-Founder of Ujima Awards, stated “I believe it is imperative, as a male leader in the community, to acknowledge those males who have paved the way as well as those traveling the paths with me. In 2012 we laid the foundation as a pillar in the communities and we want to ensure we uphold that position.”

The 2nd Annual Ujma Awards will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2013 2:30pm to 5:30pm at South Orange Performing Arts Center, South Orange Performing Arts Center, located at One SOPAC Way in South Orange, New Jersey. Ticket are currently on sale and can be purchased at http://ujimaawards13.eventbrite.com/.  

About Ujima Awards:

Titled after the third principle of Kwanzaa, Ujima, meaning collective work and responsibility, this ceremony will serve as a platform of celebration of individuals as well as organizations for their relentless and selfless service to build and maintain communities throughout New Jersey. We set aside this time to honor the loyalty and dedication of change agents in our community. In addition, we want to recognize their commitment to personifying and resolving the tribulations of the individuals. The ceremony consists of community performances along with award recognition of four individuals and/or organizations. For more information visit www.UjimaAwards.com.