Umu Igbo Unite - DMV Chapter

Umu Igbo Unite - DMV Chapter UIU - DMV is a component of the nationally non-profit organization "Umu Igbo Unite". We are based within the Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia areas.

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UIU DMV’s Umu Ada presents ✨From Nne to Nwa — A Women’s Gathering 🤍🦋Join us for an afternoon of sisterhood, culture, mea...
05/14/2026

UIU DMV’s Umu Ada presents ✨
From Nne to Nwa — A Women’s Gathering 🤍🦋

Join us for an afternoon of sisterhood, culture, meaningful conversation, and community as we celebrate the beauty of womanhood across generations. From shared wisdom to laughter over brunch, this gathering is dedicated to honoring the women who shape us and the women we are becoming.

Expect:
🫖 Brunch & mimosas
🤍 Intentional conversations
📸 Beautiful photo moments
🌸 Sisterhood & community
✨ A soft-life afternoon rooted in culture

Come gather with us as we pour into one another from nne to nwa.

🎟️ Link in bio to secure your ticket!

Thank you to all our panelist! 🩷 Women uplifting women is more than a theme, it is a movement. Through wisdom, grace, fa...
05/05/2026

Thank you to all our panelist! 🩷 Women uplifting women is more than a theme, it is a movement. Through wisdom, grace, faith, courage, and purpose, these remarkable women remind us that the future is built when women choose to inspire, support, and empower one another.

From setting boundaries, to trusting the journey, to embracing change and becoming the woman you are called to be, their words are a reminder that growth is personal, powerful, and possible. UIU DMV is proud to celebrate Kamsy Okeiche, Joy Omenyi, Cassie Okeke, Chinwendu Ngwadom, and Alexandra Osudoh for pouring into the next generation of women.

Dream big. Work hard. Lift others. Leave a legacy.

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Your reminder to slow down, reset & reconnect 🌿✨UIU DMV is launching Take Care Tuesdays — a four-week mental health seri...
05/04/2026

Your reminder to slow down, reset & reconnect 🌿✨

UIU DMV is launching Take Care Tuesdays — a four-week mental health series designed just for us, by us 💛

Here’s what we have in store:

🧠 Week 1 (May 5) — Awareness: Why Am I So Tired?
🤫 Week 2 (May 12) — Stillness: Digital Detox
🧘🏾‍♀️ Week 3 (May 19) — Movement: Stretch With Me
📝 Week 4 (May 26) — Expression: Soft Life Reset

Every Tuesday in May | 7:00 PM EST | Zoom
🔗 Meeting ID: 630 216 2820 | Password: UIUDMV

Whether you’re burnt out, overwhelmed, or just need a moment for yourself — this series is for you. come as you are 🤍

🔖 save this, share it, and show up for yourself this May.

Ọnwa Ise is here and the energy is SHIFTING. 🌿✨The days are longer, the sun is staying out later, and summer is right ar...
05/03/2026

Ọnwa Ise is here and the energy is SHIFTING. 🌿✨

The days are longer, the sun is staying out later, and summer is right around the corner — which means it’s time to step out, show up, and tap back into your community. We’re closing out the spring the right way!🩵🇳🇬

Here’s what we’ve got lined up 👇🏾

🧠 Mental Health Series: Take Care Tuesdays — May 5–26
💃🏾 Journey of Igbo Land Through Dance – Saturdays — May 9–23
🗣️ Igbo Practice Group w/ UIUHouston — May 14
🎯 GBM x Igbo Jeopardy! — May 15
🤝 Community Service: Omo Yoruba & Red Cross — May 16
🍛 Jollof Bowl Fundraiser Night! — May 16
👩🏾 From Nne to Nwa: A Women’s Luncheon — May 17
🕯️ Biafra Remembrance Movie Night — May 19
📖 Bible Study: Identity & Purpose — May 21
🥂 Happy Hour @ Ivela Lounge (Gidi Chow) — May 22
🥾 Hike & Hang Vol. 4 — May 28
🏅 Region 3 Igbolympics — May 30

Something for everyone. Come learn, serve, celebrate, and connect with your people. 🫶🏾

All tickets in our bio! 🔗

✨ MEMBER SPOTLIGHT POST ✨This week we’re shining the light on the amazing Odiche Obiakarije — Member since 2023, repping...
05/01/2026

✨ MEMBER SPOTLIGHT POST ✨

This week we’re shining the light on the amazing Odiche Obiakarije — Member since 2023, repping Maryland by way of Abia State! 🇳🇬💚

From connecting with our community at the UIU convention and DMV gala, to founding her own eco-friendly candle brand Odiche Candle 🕯️ — Odiche is out here building in every lane. A tech girlie by day, a candle entrepreneur by passion, and (bravely) a Man United fan 😂⚽

We love having you in this community, Odiche! 🫶🏾

🫱🏾‍🫲🏿 UIU DMV is proud to celebrate the brilliance within our community. Stay tuned for more spotlights! 👀✨

🥳🎊HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY to our MAY Celebrants!!🥳🎊 MAY this new month usher in blessings and favor your way🙏🏾 We are so happy...
05/01/2026

🥳🎊HAPPIEST BIRTHDAY to our MAY Celebrants!!🥳🎊 MAY this new month usher in blessings and favor your way🙏🏾 We are so happy to celebrate with you!🩵

🌟 Ụmụaka Bụ Anyị – Aka Anyị Dịịrị Ha 🌟Our children are our future and together, we can show up for them when it matters ...
04/23/2026

🌟 Ụmụaka Bụ Anyị – Aka Anyị Dịịrị Ha 🌟

Our children are our future and together, we can show up for them when it matters most ❤️

We’re partnering with to create Children’s Comfort Kits for kids affected by home fires and disasters. These small, thoughtful bags bring real comfort during scary moments, sometimes even bringing parents to tears.

💛 Every single item counts. Every act of kindness matters.

Donate travel-size essentials like:
🙏🏾Shampoo, body wash, lotion
🙏🏾Toothbrush & toothpaste
🙏🏾Combs or brushes
🙏🏾Crayons & paper
🙏🏾Wipes & tissues

⚠️ Please bring travel-size items only (no large items or diapers)

📅 Saturday, May 16
🕙 10AM – 1PM
📍 American Red Cross
4700 Mt. Hope Drive, Baltimore, MD

🤝 Can’t make it? You can still support by donating toward supplies (link in bio)

Let’s come together to bring comfort, care, and a little joy to children when they need it most 💫
📲 Share, invite a friend, and sign up on EventNoire!

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Get ready for the most exciting IgbOlympics ever! 🏆🔥 , & are bringing the heat to Philadelphia on May 30th, 2026 and...
04/20/2026

Get ready for the most exciting IgbOlympics ever! 🏆🔥

, & are bringing the heat to Philadelphia on May 30th, 2026 and trust us, ị gaghị achọ ịhapụ ya! 😍

From football ⚽ to relay races 🏃🏽‍♀️💨, dodgeball 💥, duck duck goose 🪿😂, and so much more, this is not your regular field day, anyị na-esi ezigbo ihe! 🍲✨

Come ready to rep your team, show your strength, laugh loudly, and make unforgettable memories with your people ❤️🖤💚

Register now on Eventnoire (Link in all our Bios) ASAP because team announcements are coming very soon 👀📣

Philadelphia, get ready… anyị abịala! 🔥

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🌟 Join UIU DMV’s Umuada for an inspiring Virtual Career Panel in collaboration with the Black Women Society at Georgetow...
04/16/2026

🌟 Join UIU DMV’s Umuada for an inspiring Virtual Career Panel in collaboration with the Black Women Society at Georgetown Visitation Prep! 🎓✨

💬Network with students and connect with dynamic professionals in our community 🌍👩🏾‍💼

👑 Panelists:
– Enterprise Risk & Strategy Manager 📊
– Senior Product Manager & Real Estate Investor 🏡💻
– Registered Nurse 💉❤️dumebi – Solution Principal & Founder/Brand Strategist 💡👑
– Psychology Associate & Model 💫📚

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Giving back this spring! 🌱🌍 Join us for our April Volunteering Event at the Washington Youth Garden. All produce grown g...
04/08/2026

Giving back this spring! 🌱🌍 Join us for our April Volunteering Event at the Washington Youth Garden. All produce grown goes directly to local DC students and families. 🥬❤️ RSVP is required!
📅 This Saturday, April 11th
🕙 10AM–12:30PM (Arrive by 9:45AM)
📍 U.S. National Arboretum — 3501 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC

Pages, people, and good vibes!📖✨ Members, this month we’re discussing “Questions for Ada” by Ijeoma Umebinyuo. Come read...
04/08/2026

Pages, people, and good vibes!📖✨ Members, this month we’re discussing “Questions for Ada” by Ijeoma Umebinyuo. Come ready to talk, reflect, and connect. 🦋🐚 Members only!
📅 Sunday, April 12th, 2026
🕒 3:00PM
📍 Sherwood Gardens — 4310 Underwood Rd, Baltimore, MD 21218
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