Ujamaa Place guides young African American men through a culturally grounded Theory of Transformation. Participants receive individualized coaching, mental health support, fitness and nutrition, and access to 37+ services that lead to housing, education, work, strong family ties, and no justice-system involvement. A digital music program with Walker West Music deepens healing and connection.
Francina Carter
Ujamaa Place opened its doors in 2010 with the mission of helping participants achieve brotherhood, stability, and personal success. For more information, visit ujamaaplace.org.
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Ujamaa Place tackles economic disparities in the Twin Cities
Ujamaa Place is transforming the lives of young Black men in St. Paul by providing education, employment support, and life coaching. Through a holistic model rooted in cultural identity, the organization helps participants build stable, purpose-driven futures.
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Ujamaa Place
Ujamaa Place is a St. Paul community organization that provides holistic transformational and stabilizing support services to economically disadvantaged African American men aged 18 to 30, helping them build stable lives and integrate successfully into society.