The Ubuntu Collective

Advocacy | Policy Influence | Coalition Building | Organizational Culture | Grassroots Organizing

About TUC

We are committed to advancing justice through strategic advocacy, coalition building, transformative organizational development, and grassroots organizing.

How Can We Help You?

At The Ubuntu Collective, we believe that justice begins in community. Inspired by the African philosophy of Ubuntu — “I am because we are” — we support organizations, communities, and policymakers in building equity-driven, sustainable change.

We are a South Carolina-based lobbying firm rooted in movement work, coalition power, and the belief that policy change must be grounded in people and culture. Whether you're a small grassroots group or a national coalition, we offer the tools, strategy, and support to help you turn resistance into transformation.

  • For: Small nonprofits, grassroots orgs, community groups

    What’s Included:

    • Legislative Monitoring & Monthly Policy Updates

    • Advocacy 101 Training

    • Community Engagement Strategy

    • Testimony & Public Comment Support

    • Coalition & Partnership Mapping

    Build your base. Begin your movement.

  • For: Mid-sized organizations, local government agencies, advocacy orgs

    What’s Included:
    All Tier 1 Services, plus:

    • Custom Policy Research & Analysis

    • Coalition Development & Management

    • Grassroots Campaign Strategy

    • Stakeholder Engagement Planning

    • Leadership & Organizational Culture Development

    Scale up. Align your mission inside and out.

  • For: Large advocacy orgs, statewide coalitions, municipalities

    What’s Included:
    All Tier 2 Services, plus:

    • Direct Lobbying & Legislative Strategy

    • Regulatory & Compliance Consulting

    • Media & Public Relations Strategy

    • Internal Culture & Team Development

    • Advocacy Training for Boards & Leadership

    Move the needle. Shift systems.

  • For: National orgs with SC policy interests, funders, major corporations

    What’s Included:
    All Tier 3 Services, plus:

    • Ongoing Executive Policy Advising

    • Custom Advocacy Roadmaps

    • Crisis Response & Real-Time Policy Analysis

    • Strategic Legislative Introductions

    • Coalition Sustainability Planning

    • Equity-Centered Organizational Change Consulting

    Lead with vision. Influence the future.

  • Need additional support? We offer tailored solutions including:

    • In-depth Legislative Research Reports

    • Equity & Advocacy Workshops

    • Lobby Day & Forum Facilitation

    • Grant Writing Referral & Fundraising Guidance

Our Mission

Zakiya Mickle, Chief Community Caregiver of The Ubuntu Collective

Zakiya Mickle, Chief Community Caregiver

The Ubuntu Collective was born out of a deep need for intentional community care, strategic organizing, and unwavering resistance to injustice. We recognized that real change happens when people come together—not just to react, but to build, sustain, and protect the movements that shape our future. TUC exists to support those on the frontlines, ensuring that organizations, leaders, and communities have the tools, resources, and solidarity they need to create lasting impact.

Let’s Build Together

The Ubuntu Collective is rooted in justice and community—we don’t just advocate; we build power. We go beyond surface-level solutions, guiding partners through real organizational transformation by aligning internal culture with external mission. Our strength lies in relationships—we are deeply connected to South Carolina’s legislative landscape and national justice networks, from Columbia to Capitol Hill.