THE LOGO: AN INTERPRETATION

The Shield
The shield in the Academy’s logo represents protection, strength, and resilience, symbolising the safeguarding of body, mind, and spirit through holistic education and healing. Traditionally associated with honour and guardianship, the shield reflects the Academy’s role as a protector and preserver of ancient wisdom while guiding students toward modern applications. It also signifies empowerment — just as a shield equips one to face challenges with confidence, the Academy empowers individuals to embrace life with balance, clarity, and resilience, defended not by force but by the wisdom of nature and the mastery of the mind.

Yin and Yang
The two contrasting halves of the shield in maroon red and gold represent the timeless principle of Yin and Yang — balance between dualities such as strength and softness, intellect and intuition, or body and spirit. This conveys the Academy’s belief that true healing and education arise from harmony, rather than extremes.

Figure of Person
At the centre of the design stands the figure of a person with roots, which powerfully symbolises a return to the origins of health and life. Just as a tree draws nourishment from its roots, holistic healing stems from reconnecting with natural, foundational principles of well-being. This imagery resonates with the Academy’s mission to ground education in Complementary and Alternative Medicine while addressing the human being as a whole — body, mind, and spirit.

Leaf
The leaf held aloft by the figure represents Mother Nature’s wisdom, highlighting the Academy’s emphasis on natural therapies and eco-harmony. 

Crescent Moon
Within the leaf, the crescent moon shape symbolises mastery of the mind — the source of clarity, intuition, and transformation. The dual symbolism of the moon as an eye extends the meaning further, representing vision, foresight, and insight into the future of integrative health and education. This signifies not only the Academy’s current values but also its forward-looking perspective in shaping a healthier, more balanced world.

The Colours

• Maroon Red: Traditionally associated with vitality, courage, and strength, maroon red conveys both passion and groundedness. It represents the Academy’s drive to empower individuals with resilience and energy, while staying rooted in integrity and wisdom.
  
  
• Gold: Gold signifies illumination, higher knowledge, and spiritual richness. It reflects the light of wisdom, prosperity, and enlightenment that education brings, elevating the individual and community alike.