Registration Open for our 18th Annual Conference!

Join Us For Our 18th Annual Conference!
April 22- 24, 2022 + Post conference event april 25

Each year our board, committee, staff, and volunteers work diligently to bring an annual event that delivers an abundance of valuable tools and education to NAMA members and the community at large.

This upcoming live event will feature multiple opportunities for our community members to come together and explore a variety of topics and learning formats. The special property where we will gather is located on the edge of the Sonoran Desert National Park in a pristine setting studded with the famed saguaro cactus and dappled with the vivid colors of southwestern sunrises and sunsets.

If traveling to Arizona will not be possible for you, we’ve also developed a Virtual Conference Day option!

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don’t miss early bird pricing

Special Early Bird rates are only available until December 31, 2021. Register today to lock in the best deal!

NON-MEMBER $460 | MEMBER $405 | STUDENT $320
Not a member yet? Join NAMA today and receive the member discount!

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Professional Members: PACE Deadline Extended!

Professional Members: PACE deadline extended to June 30, 2022

Over the last two years, many of us have faced unforeseen circumstances and challenges that have inspired patience, resilience, and flexibility in so many areas of our lives. We heard our members’ concerns about the upcoming PACE deadline, and are pleased to officially extend the 2020-2021 PACE cycle to June 30, 2022.

Here are a few details to help clarify this extension:

1. If you’ve already completed your 2020-2021 PACE requirements (congratulations!), you will begin accumulating credits for the 2022-2023 cycle beginning January 1, 2022.

2. Requirements and timeline for the 2022-2023 cycle have not been modified. Your 30 PACE credit minimum for the 2022-2023 PACE cycle remains the same. The 30 credits must be earned from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2023.

3. If you still need to complete your 28 total PACE course credits or 2 credits for passing your ethics quiz for the 2020-2021 cycle, you now have an extra 6 months to finish up! Please submit your credits as soon as possible.

4. In the first half of 2022 (January - June), credits will be applied to the 2020-2021 cycle (if necessary) until your 2020-2021 PACE cycle requirements are fulfilled. Then you will start earning credits for the 2022-2023 cycle.

Please reach out to Laila Jewayni, NAMACB Certification Administrator, with any questions.

Did You Miss the President's Annual Update?

On October 27th, Margrit Mikulis ND, AD, former NAMA Board Member and President, and Jayarajan Kodikannath, BAMS, AD, a NAMA Board Member and our current board President, presented a comprehensive update on the 2020-2021 fiscal year. They covered the recently published Update from NAMA’s President and Annual Report, and answered questions from members and attendees.

If you missed the live webinar, you can now watch the video recording here →

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Highlighting Our Affiliate Organizations

You can now Find An Affiliate Organization on the NAMA website!

NAMA has partnered with these organizations to help advance Ayurveda and support a variety of initiatives that we cannot accomplish alone. Through our partnership agreements as organizations we endeavor to support each other’s goals wherever we can.

Several of our partner organizations are hosting Ayurveda Day events in the coming weeks, so be sure to check out their upcoming programs and conferences!

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Don’t Miss Out! Ayurveda Myths and Truths of Sex and Gender Is Only 10 Days Away

Ayurveda Myths and Truths of Sex and Gender: What We Don’t Talk About and Probably Should

NAMA’s Annual Ayurveda Day Celebration Summit
November 7, 2021 | 11 am - 2 pm (Pacific)

Have you ever wondered what Ayurveda says about sexuality, gender identity, and sex in general? Wonder no more! NAMA is presenting an all-star panel to discuss and answer many of these questions from a positive, open, and frank perspective. We will explore a range of topics as well as address your questions. Ayurveda can promote a greater acceptance of self and others, as well as support a healthier sex life. The topics we hope to cover include the following: 

• Homosexuality

• Gender fluidity

• Masturbation

• Frequency of sexual activity

• Seasonal and doshic impact on sex

• Food, oils, herbs that support a healthy sex life

• Role of ojas depletion and restoration

• Libido in all stages of life from puberty to menopause or andropause

• Importance of healthy reproductive tissues at all stages of life

• Mental and emotional sexual health

• Sexual dysfunction and remedies

• Sexual relationships and the doshas

• Sexuality and the aging process

• And much more…

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This virtual event is free and open to all, but registration is required

Professional Members: Don’t forget you can earn three (3) PACE/continuing education credits for attending this event!

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Meet The Presenters: Ayurveda Myths and Truths of Sex and Gender

2021 ayurveda day celebration summit

Ayurveda Myths and Truths of Sex and Gender: What We Don’t Talk About and Probably Should
November 7, 2021 | 11 am - 2 pm (Pacific)

We have assembled an all-star professional panel to discuss and answer YOUR questions from a positive, open, and frank perspective. Read more about them below.

Moderator:

Sheena Sooraj, BAMS, AD. Vaidya Sheena Sooraj is an accomplished Ayurvedic vaidya and educator with 18 years of experience. She ran her own clinic and dealership of Kottakkal Arya Vaidya Sala in India for 12 years, and later worked as a practitioner and faculty at Kerala Ayurveda Academy. Sheena is currently a visiting faculty member of The Arogya Center in New Mexico and Ayurvedic Instructor at The Integral Yoga Institute.

Panelists:

Niranjan Rao, BAMS, MD (Ayu). Dr. Rao is a Professor & Department Head of Pañcakarma, Dean of P.G & Ph.D. at S.D.M. College of Ayurveda, Udupi, Karnataka, India. He is a practicing Ayurvedic Physician with expertise in treating infertility, neuro-muscular disorders, gastrointestinal diseases and dermatological diseases.

Keesha Ewers, PhD, ARNP, CAP. Keesha Ewers is an integrative medicine expert, Doctor of Sexology, Family Practice ARNP, Psychotherapist, and herbalist. She is board certified in functional medicine and Ayurvedic medicine, and is the Founder and Medical Director of the Academy for Integrative Medicine Health Coach Certification Program.

Vandana Baranwal, BAMS, MD (Ayu), AD.  Prof. Vandana Baranwal is a leading expert of Ayurveda specializing in women health. She has more than 25 years of clinical, research, teaching and education experience. Women’s wellness is close to her heart and to help and support woman in their journey from menarche to menopause, she has founded AyurveDatri and published two Ayurveda books. 

Roxanna Medeiros. Roxanna spent the last four years as a senior graduate instructor and clinical mentor for the MS/BA Ayurveda programs at MIU. For over a decade, she has cultivated her skills as an Ayurvedic counselor/practitioner. She is currently researching the benefits of Ayurveda in non-communicable disease as a PhD candidate.

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Thank you, Shah Exploration and Education Foundation and Amish and Puja Shah!

Our deepest thanks to Shah Exploration and Education Foundation and Amish and Puja Shah for their generous donation at the Benefactor Level. Please read their statement below and consider becoming a 2021-2022 donor today!

"We support the National Ayurvedic Medical Association in the mission to create standards of Ayurvedic education and clinical research a reality. We believe that one day, by implementing Ayurveda in traditional healthcare settings, we can create a healthier thus happier world for generations to come. As Vasant Lad said, “Knowledge of constitution is the key for a holistic and integral health care, the true basis of any preventative medicine.” The Shah Education and Exploration Foundation feels aligned in sharing this ancient knowledge with all and we are happy to support and be an Ambassador of NAMA.”

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Latest Article Publication: Annual Update From NAMA’s President

It has been an honor to have had a front-seat view of the incredible work accomplished this past year. I feel proud of our growing staff, volunteer, and member workforce; their service is the heart and soul of NAMA. We are so fortunate that we have such a dedicated group of people within our organization who are thrilled about Ayurveda and who work to help NAMA and the profession thrive!

Since our organization’s inception, hundreds of people have served as volunteers, and notably during this past year, over 70 members have served NAMA in this capacity. I am inspired and stand in awe knowing the capabilities of our “think tank.” We are such a great powerhouse of professionals creating and gifting time for everything that represents our great organization and community within NAMA and for Ayurveda. Ayurveda is growing in the United States because of our collective contributions and the hard work we do each year.   

How does NAMA work as an organization?

At the close of our fiscal year, the Executive Director requests an annual summary from the Chairs of each Committee at NAMA to highlight the teamwork and accomplishments from the previous year. All detail then gets compiled into our annual report, which can be accessed online (2020/2021 Annual Report).

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2021 ayurveda day celebration summit

Ayurveda Myths and Truths of Sex and Gender: What We Don’t Talk About and Probably Should
November 7, 2021 | 11 am - 2 pm (Pacific)

Have you ever wondered what Ayurveda says about sexuality, gender identity, and sex in general? Join us on Sunday, November 7 from 11 am - 2 pm Pacific for a panel discussion focused on promoting a greater acceptance of self and others, as well as supporting a healthier sex life.

Will you help us spread the word? Here’s a small graphic to post and share — we’d be so grateful if you’d support NAMA and promote this special presentation!

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New (and Improved!) Sponsorship Opportunities

We are excited to share our new and improved Sponsor Prospectus!

We’ve updated all of our sponsorship offerings this year, with a focus on providing valuable benefits and exposure for the Ayurvedic businesses that support NAMA. New sponsorship levels include opportunities to support both Special Events (such as our upcoming Ayurveda Day Celebration Summit: Ayurvedic Myths and Truths of Sex and Gender, Seminars in Ayurveda, and Member Mingles) and the Annual Conference. Benefits now include increased exposure throughout the year to make the most of your investment!

Spaces will fill quickly and priority will be given to our top past supporters. Get branded today and join us!

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