While holding back tears, Christopher Grissom said his prayers have been answered since he started going to a job training program focused on renewable energy. “I am just grateful that I am here and learning every day,” he said. Grissom is one of many scholars who have benefited from the EMERGE and Solar United National Job Training Program. The program, which is due to a partnership between Umoja Village, The Imani Group and SUN, provides paid training for careers in the renewable energy sector.

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In 2022, the National Solar Jobs Census reported more than 5,000 positions filled in the state, and that number is expected to rise 10 percent by the end of this year. Across the river in Aiken, two non-profits are introducing a first-of-its-kind job training program called the Solar United National Job Force Training Program.

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The non-profit organization is all set to kick off this exciting weekend on Saturday, October 21st, with ShoutFest, the largest outdoor free Gospel festival in the CSRA. The event will take place at Beverly D. Clyburn Generations Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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The Imani Group and Umoja Village have collaborated with Solar United National LLC., to present the EMERGE and SUN Job Training Program.

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Aiken, South Carolina, is gearing up for a weekend like no other as the inaugural “Unity Weekend” approaches. The event promises a series of activities that will not only entertain but also educate and empower attendees.

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Unity, history and culture will be in the air with an upcoming festival in Aiken. Umoja Village will hold its first Unity Weekend Oct. 21-23 at various locations in Aiken.

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The candidates for the District 8 seat on Aiken County Council discussed their motivations for seeking office during a town hall meeting Monday at Second Baptist Church in Aiken.

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Our CEO, Donna Moore Wesby, is featured in yet another publication this month! Check out the newest edition of Urban Pro Weekly where she talks Umoja Village, entrepreneurship, and more! We're thankful for all the work that she's doing, and we look forward to what God has in store.

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Have you checked out the new publication Speak Augusta yet? Our co-founder and CEO, Donna Moore Wesby shared a few words in an article discussing the recent format changes to our beloved WAAW Shout 94.7 FM radio.

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Affordable housing, fentanyl deaths, fights at schools and growth on Aiken’s northside were among topics discussed during a community town hall at a local church. Umoja Village and the Aiken County Branch of the NAACP held a community town hall Tuesday with elected Black leaders in Aiken to discuss issues facing local residents.

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The Umoja Village nonprofit organization is offering its inaugural wall calendar titled “Umoja Village Celebrates Black Excellence.” The 12-month calendar features Black and African American residents making positive contributions within Aiken County and the Central Savannah River Area.

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Umoja Village held a Black History Month Community Celebration on Thursday at the Lessie B. Price Aiken Senior and Youth Center. The celebration sought to inform, educate and bring together people in Aiken County.

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Umoja Village unveiled its new resource center during a dedication ceremony Thursday night. The nonprofit aims to unite Black and African American clubs, organizations, businesses, churches and individuals to help the Black community better utilize and leverage resources.

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