An important nonsectarian Afrocentric tradition of celebrating African American strengths and empowerment is known as ______.

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Kwanzaa is a week-long annual celebration held in the United States and other nations of the African diaspora in the Americas to honor African heritage in African-American culture. It is observed from December 26 to January 1, culminating in gift-giving and a feast. Kwanzaa has its roots in the Black Nationalist movement of the 1960s and was established as a means to help African Americans reconnect with their African cultural and historical heritage by uniting in meditation and study of African traditions and Nguzo Saba, the seven principles of African Heritage.

An Important Nonsectarian Afrocentric Tradition of Celebrating African American Strengths