Malcolm Quote
“Be peaceful, be courteous, obey the law, respect everyone; but if someone puts his hand on you, send him to the cemetery.” — Malcolm X
“From Ancient Civilizations to Modern Struggles: A Reading List for Understanding the Past and Shaping the Future”
Exploring the History and Culture of Africa and the African Diaspora: A Syllabus If you are interested in learning about the history and culture of Africa and the African diaspora, this syllabus is for you. Featuring a selection of books that cover a wide range of topics and themes, this syllabus is designed to provide […]
Kuumba
The 6th principle of Kwanzaa, Kuumba, or creativity, emphasizes the importance of using our imagination and ingenuity to better our lives and communities. This principle encourages us to constantly strive to make the world a better place through creative acts and to use our unique talents and abilities to bring beauty into the world. Kuumba […]
Nia (Purpose)
The 5th principle of Kwanzaa, Nia, or purpose, is an important concept that encourages us to seek and fulfill our individual and collective goals. By setting and working towards a meaningful purpose, we create a better world for ourselves and future generations. By embracing the principle of Nia is that it helps to give our […]
Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)
The fourth principle of Kwanzaa is ujamaa, which means “cooperative economics” in Swahili. This principle emphasizes the need for people to work together and support each other financially in order to build wealth and prosperity. One way to practice ujamaa is by buying from each other and supporting local businesses. When we buy from small, […]
Ujima: Collective Work and Responsibility
Ujima is the third principle of Kwanzaa, a seven-day holiday celebrated by African Americans and people of African descent around the world. The word “ujima” means “collective work and responsibility” in Swahili, and it emphasizes the importance of working together in order to build strong communities and institutions. One way to practice ujima is by […]
Kwanzaa F.A.Q.
What is Kwanzaa? Kwanzaa is a week-long holiday that is observed by many African Americans and people of African descent around the world. It is typically celebrated from December 26th to January 1st each year and is meant to honor African cultural and historical traditions. What does the word Kwanzaa mean? The word “Kwanzaa” comes […]
“Let America Be America Again” – Langston Hughes
Let America be America again.Let it be the dream it used to be.Let it be the pioneer on the plainSeeking a home where he himself is free. (America never was America to me.) Let America be the dream the dreamers dreamed–Let it be that great strong land of loveWhere never kings connive nor tyrants schemeThat […]
Kujichagulia and The Haitian Revolution
The Haitian Revolution, which took place between 1791 and 1804, was a significant event in the history of Haiti and the broader Caribbean region. It was a successful slave revolt that led to the establishment of Haiti as the first independent nation in Latin America, and the first black-led republic in the world. The Haitian […]
Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)
Kujichagulia is the second principle of Kwanzaa, a week-long holiday celebrated by many African Americans and people of African descent around the world. It is observed from December 26th to January 1st each year and is meant to honor African cultural and historical traditions. The seven principles of Kwanzaa, known as the Nguzo Saba, are […]