The principles of Kwanzaa are deeply rooted in community building and empowerment. Every candle lit is a reminder of how each value works together to strengthen who we are individually, but most importantly, collectively.<\/p>\n
This week-long celebration of African-American culture and heritage has instilled the importance of unity (umoja), self-determination (kujichagulia), collective work and responsibility (ujima), cooperative economics (ujamaa), purpose (nia), creativity (kuumba), and faith (imani) across familial generations. <\/p>\n
Although we have encountered unimaginable obstacles throughout this year, these values have always been a critical component of overcoming setbacks. Amid a pandemic, we have galvanized an entire community into action to address the racial inequities in education, healthcare, and our justice system. <\/p>\n
May the light of the Kinara inspire hope and illuminate the path towards a better tomorrow for our children.<\/p>\n
I wish all who celebrate a happy, joyful, and safe Kwanzaa.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
The principles of Kwanzaa are deeply rooted in community building and empowerment. Every candle lit is a reminder of how each value works together to strengthen who we are individually, but most importantly, collectively.<\/p>\n
This week-long celebration of African-American culture and heritage has instilled the importance of unity (umoja), self-determination (kujichagulia), collective work and responsibility (ujima), cooperative economics (ujamaa), purpose (nia), creativity (kuumba), and faith (imani) across familial generations. <\/p>\n
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