UIU DMV

Established 2016
Representing the DMV Area

Our Mission

UIU DMV aims to promote cultural pride in the diaspora, and create programming that focuses on the preservation of the Igbo language and culture.

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Executive Board

Paul Iroezi

President

Lotachukwu Igwebuike

Vice President

Ashley Oha

Secretary

Sylvia Umegbolu

Public Relations Officer

Joy Omeniyi

Treasurer

Clifton (IK) Ndubuisu

Community Service
Chair

Chinwendu Ngwadom

Community Service
Chair

Ifeyinwa Egwuatu

Event Coordinator

Kristen Ukeomah

Event Coordinator

Morenike Adaku

Cultural Chair

Zuem Olowolowo

Membership Chair

Our Programs

CISA

UIUDMV attends an Annual Igbo World Festival of Arts & Culture, presented by the CISA (Council of Igbo States in America). The theme this year is “Reconnecting to Our Igbo Culture and Roots,” a push to bring together Igbo indigenes and cultural enthusiasts across the world, who have been separated by time & space.

Lunch Bag 300

Lunch Bag 300 is an opportunity for our Umu Igbo Unite community to come together to serve our DMV community at large by preparing nutritiously fortifying meals for our homeless community.

Pepper Dem

Are you interested in learning how to cook some of the Igbo dishes we grew up loving? Then join us at Pepper Dem! We teach attendees how to cook native Nigerian dishes with consideration of healthy alternative ingredients.

Friendsgiving

Our Enyi nri Abali: Friendsgiving is an opportunity for the Umu Igbo Unite to congregate and fellowship together over food and drink! In the spirit of the season, you can look forward to all your favorites including jollof rice, puff puff, plantain, suya, and more!

Testimonials

"When I joined UIU DMV in February 2022 they welcomed me with open arms! As a recent college grad I was looking for a new community to be a part of to keep myself balanced with my career and social life. I’m very passionate about Igbo culture so UIU gave me a place to share that with other Igbos! I’ve made so many connections so far in the chapter and look forward to making more memories in my 20 somethings!"

Adaora OrakwuUIU DMV Chapter Member

"I love UIU DMV because it is a space for me to meet other Igbos in the DMV. I have met a lot of amazing people in UIU. the balance between volunteering, happy hours and Igbo lessons/cultural activities keeps me involved and interested! I save events as soon as they come out! There is really nothing like your own people!"

SochimaUIU DMV Chapter Member

"I love the welcoming atmosphere uiu provides at all their events! Whether your old or new, the board members do a great job with making people feel right at home!"

Chinenye OkekeUIU DMV Chapter Member

"Joining UIU DMV has been one of the best decisions I've made in recent memory. At the time, I was relatively new to Baltimore and was desiring to be part of the Igbo community. UIU DMV welcomed me with open arms and has been like my family since. As a member, I've been able to meet wonderful people, rekindle some old interests, be exposed to new ones, and engage in fun activities. I'm looking forward to this year of "mu na gi so" in which I hope to strengthen bonds and create new ones. For anyone on the fence about joining, I promise it's a decision you won't regret. Looking forward to welcoming you into our crazy yet amazing family!"

Tochi AgboUIU DMV Chapter Member

"UIU has allowed me to reconnect with my culture. Hearing the language, celebrating our culture, and being in community with each other makes the DMV feel a little bit more like home."

Kristen OkoroUIU DMV Chapter Member

"UIU DMV provides great opportunities to connect and build relationships with Igbo professionals in your area, Igbo kwenu!"

Solomon OliUIU DMV Chapter Member

"Moving to the DMV with almost no friends was scary and the fear of not being around my own people was really serious 😭 I stumbled upon UIU by mistake a couple days before the the 2022 convention and I haven’t looked back! Being part of UIU DMV & National has been so beneficial for my mental health and my professional growth."

Omemma OkeyUIU DMV Chapter Member