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Kwanzaa Themed Journal Prompts

  • Writer: Kaitlyn Borris
    Kaitlyn Borris
  • 21 minutes ago
  • 2 min read

Kwanzaa is a week long cultural (not religious) celebration honoring African culture. There are 7 principles that coincide with the 7 days of Kwanzaa. We themed our journal prompts to go along with each principle. Even if you do not celebrate Kwanzaa, we think these prompts will be helpful in your journaling!


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1. Umoja — Unity

  1. What does “unity” mean to you, and where do you see it in your family or community?

  2. Write about a time when people came together to support you.

  3. Who makes you feel the most connected, and why?


2. Kujichagulia — Self-Determination

  1. What do you love most about who you are?

  2. What goals or identity statements (e.g., “I am strong,” “I am capable”) describe you best?

  3. What is one way you can show up as your truest self this week?


3. Ujima — Collective Work & Responsibility

  1. Describe a time when you helped solve a problem with others.

  2. Who in your life works hard to support the community? What can you learn from them?

  3. What is one small thing you can do to make life easier for someone else?


4. Ujamaa — Cooperative Economics

  1. What local businesses do you love? Why?

  2. If you could start a business that helps your community, what would it be?

  3. How does supporting others strengthen a community?


5. Nia — Purpose

  1. What feels meaningful to you right now?

  2. What is one long-term dream you have, and why is it important?

  3. Who inspires your sense of purpose?


6. Kuumba — Creativity

  1. How do you express creativity (art, writing, cooking, problem-solving)?

  2. What is something creative you'd love to try?

  3. Describe a time when creativity solved a problem for you.


7. Imani — Faith

  1. What do you believe in even when things are hard?

  2. Who helps you keep hope alive?

  3. What’s one example of a time your faith (in yourself, others, or the future) helped you move forward?


Bonus Prompts:

  1. What colors, symbols, or traditions of Kwanzaa stand out to you, and why?

  2. If you created a new Kwanzaa tradition, what would it be?

  3. How do the Seven Principles show up in your life outside of Kwanzaa?

  4. What is one way you can honor your community during this holiday season?

  5. Which Kwanzaa principle feels most meaningful to you this year?

 
 
 

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