What is Kwanzaa?

K wanzaa is a week-long celebration honoring African American heritage and culture, which takes place from December 26th to January 1st. It was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, a professor of Africana studies, as a way to bring African American communities together and strengthen their connection to their cultural roots. The seven days of Kwanzaa each have a different principle or theme, which are:

• Umoja (Unity)
• Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)
• Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility)
• Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)
• Nia (Purpose)
• Kuumba (Creativity)
• Imani (Faith)

During Kwanzaa, families and communities often gather to light candles, exchange gifts, and share meals together. Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday, but it does incorporate elements of African spiritual traditions and values. It is important to note that the Inland Area Kwanzaa Group might have different specific ways of observing and celebrating the Kwanzaa, it is best to contact them directly to get specific information.reprehenderit in voluptate velit esse cillum dolore eu fugiat nulla pariatur. Excepteur sint occaecat cupidatat non proident, sunt in culpa qui officia deserunt mollit anim.