Imani, the Swahili word for Faith, emphasizes the importance of believing in ourselves, our people, our purpose, and the righteousness… Read more
Kwanzaa Day 6: Kuumba (Creativity)
Kuumba, the Swahili word for Creativity, calls on us to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited… Read more
Kwanzaa Day 5: Nia (Purpose)
Nia inspires individuals to set personal and collective goals that benefit the community. It’s about rediscovering purpose and aligning actions… Read more
Kwanzaa Day 4: Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)
Ujamaa encourages the building and supporting of Black-owned businesses and economic ventures. It’s about pooling resources to uplift the community…. Read more
Kwanzaa Day 3: Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility)
Ujima focuses on building and maintaining community together, solving problems collaboratively, and sharing responsibility for the collective good. It emphasizes… Read more
Kwanzaa Day 2: Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)
Kujichagulia means to define, name, create, and speak for ourselves. It’s about self-empowerment and the ability to take control of… Read more
What Is Kwanzaa?
What Is Kwanzaa? Kwanzaa, celebrated from December 26 to January 1, is a week-long cultural holiday that honors African heritage,… Read more