The Importance of Kwanzaa: A Conversation With Community Elders

How are you celebrating the holidays? Whether you are celebrating Kwanzaa, Christmas, Hanukkah or another holiday, it is important to know the history of the celebration. The Seven Principles of Kwanzaa:Umoja (Unity)Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility)Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)Nia (Purpose)Kuumba (Creativity)Imani (Faith)Symbols of Kwanzaa:Kinara (Candle Holder)Mishumaa Saba (The Seven Candles)Mkeka (Mat)Muhindi (corn to represent the children and future)Mazao (fruit to represent harvest)Kikombe cha Umoja (The Unity Cup)Bendera (The Flag)Resources mentioned:Central Texas Kwanzaa Celebration: http://www.sbrca.orgOfficial Kwanzaa website: https://www.officialkwanzaawebsite.orgLurie Daniel Favors: https://www.luriedanielfavors.comFor Coaching with Aya: https://calendly.com/ayaeneli/20Don't forget to follow Rethinking Freedom:LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/rethinkingfreedom Youtube- @RethinkingFreedomInstagram- @RethinkingFreedomWithAyaSupport the show