About Kwanzaa
As an African American and Pan-African holiday celebrated by millions throughout the world African community, Kwanzaa brings a cultural message which speaks to the best of what it means to be African and human in the fullest sense.
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The holiday, is an ancient and living cultural tradition which reflects the best of African thought and practice in its reaffirmation of the dignity of the human person in community and culture, the well-being of family and community, the integrity of the environment and our kinship with it, and the rich resource and meaning of a people's culture. Learn More
The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa
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December 26, 2018
Umoja
"Unity"
To Strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation and race.
December 27, 2018
Kujichagulia
“Self-Determination”
To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for ourselves.
December 28, 2018
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December 29, 2018
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December 30, 2018
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December 31, 2018
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January 1, 2019
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