Membership

Ujamaa Collective strives to promote small business ownership, particularly among African American women, advancing their self-sufficiency, entrepreneurial and creative outlet needs. Membership is open to Black women of African descent at designated times throughout the year. This is done through a formal application process, interview and product jurying. There are three membership types- Apprentice, Associate and Full.

Some of the advantages of an Ujamaa membership include:

1. Full Vendor privileges in the Marketplace/Retail Space
2. Exclusive vending opportunities
3. Online storefront
4. Ujamaa branding opportunities
5. Shared purchasing
6. Professional and Creative Development

Plus much more!

Please contact us for more information on requirements and benefits at: 412-228-5160.

Your membership in the Ujamaa Collective supports the development of a local economy in the Hill District and the expansion of Black Women owned businesses in the South Western Pennsylvania Region. It provides a forum for Ujamaa members to offer encouragement and support to one another and to create a new standard of excellence in creativity.