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We are excited to announce the release of Experiencing the Seven Principles: Kwanzaa Anthology Vol 1, a collection that brings together over 20 contributors, ranging in age from young voices to seasoned elders, united in their exploration and celebration of the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa. The anthology features poetry, essays, short plays, and visual art, offering a rich, multicultural perspective on the values of Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-Determination), Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith).

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Kwanzaa is a celebration of Family, Community, and Culture! It is an African-American and Pan-African celebration from December 26 to January 1 each year, and it is celebrated by tens of millions around the world. The language of Kwanzaa is Swahili (the Kiswahili language and African culture).  Here are recommended resources as you learn and grow in your journey of understanding.

    Noni Ervin | Kwanzaa Awards | Kinara Park Kids (full video) The Kwanzaa Awards are hosted by Kinara Park Kids ® in collaboration with Black...

  During an arts integration class with Seattle's John Muir Elementary, I witnessed bright eyes and smiles on the faces of the students, and even ...

"Hurry up! We only have a few more weeks to care about Black stuff!!" This feels like the anthem during February every year. I am sure this is not...

Kinara Park Kids® exists because BLACK LIVES MATTER!   Black Verbatim by Noni Black is the color of passion and courage, Ecstasy, grace, drive, fo...

I was reminded that trauma can be busy. It can be going from one thing to the next, in hopes that you do not stop. You don't want to stop because ...

Many Black / African-Americans, as we go about our daily lives, are isolated from community most days/weeks/months of the year. We may be the only...

We all spend money everyday--our hard-earned money. We take our dollar and exchange it for goods and services in our community, online, across tow...

Deep in the heart of all of us in a treasure. It is something for us to give to the world. It is our contribution to our family, our community, ou...

Let’s celebrate Kwanzaa year ‘round and live these principles every single day. For some of us it will be easy. For others of us, it will be chall...