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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.org

Official Kwanzaa website: https://www.officialkwanzaawebsite.org

Lurie Daniel Favors: https://www.luriedanielfavors.com

For Coaching with Aya: https://calendly.com/ayaeneli/20

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