The REAL Isis There has been nothing more troubling in recent years than hearing media and government officials referring to a group that has co-opted the name Isis. For African... Read More

Resolutions A Year Long Commitment To Excellence In the beginning of the American New Year, many of us make lofty resolutions.  It is a time that many of us make... Read More

Kuumba = Creativity In the Nguzo Saba, the Principle Kuumba (Creativity) is meant: To do always as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our... Read More

Nia – More Than A Pretty Name Few people are aware of the rich heritage that lies within our DNA. Most people are not aware of the number system originating... Read More

An often complained about problem within the African American community centers around paying each other. We all seek prosperity. We all want to provide for our families and live an... Read More

Ujima In Every Day Life The third of the seven principles is Ujima, which means To Build and Maintain Our Community Together and Make our Brother’s and Sister’s Problems Our... Read More

Expressing the Principle of Kujichagulia The second day of Kwanzaa, Kujichagulia,  is about Self Determination. To quote the Nguzo Saba: “To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for... Read More

Kwanzaa: A Needed Holiday For Growth As we conclude another year and begin planning for Kwanzaa and the new year it will welcome in, there is a cloud of uncertainty... Read More

Embed from Getty Images A Great Woman Lives In The White House July 26th, 2016 I woke up after a good night’s sleep with a smile in my heart. Only... Read More