Kwanzaa, which is commemorated from December 26 to January 1, is a seven-day celebration of African heritage. Rather than being associated with a specific religion, Kwanzaa is celebrated by people of many religious backgrounds and used to emphasize a series of cultural principles, known as the Nguzo Saba.  Each day of Kwanzaa corresponds with a specific value.⁠ ⁠ Day 1 - Umoja (Unity):⁠ ⁠ Day one is focused on the theme of unity in the family, community, nation, and race.⁠ ⁠ Day 2 - Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)⁠ ⁠ Emphasizes the principle of self-determination, not only when it comes to achieving individual goals - but in the sense of becoming firm in the establishment of one's identity and purpose. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Day 3 - Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility): ⁠ ⁠ Celebrates the importance of collective work and responsibility - Not only individually - but as a community of people working to encourage one and other. ⁠ ⁠ Day 4 - Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)⁠ ⁠ Emphasizes the importa...