Mentors Program Patches:

Apprentice Patch

The Austin Mentors Apprentice Patch is awarded to those who have successfully completed the year long program.

The letters across the top represent the program they have participated in.

The words "Tempered, Tried and Proven" communicate that this person has been shaped by the fires of challenge upon challenge, has acquired substantial knowledge and demonstrated their dominance and self control.

The Phoenix represents the process of learning in the lifestyle. The heart represents the gift of knowledge they have received from the Mentors.

The date signifies the year they participated in the program.

Mentors Patch:

The Austin Mentors Patch is the official patch of those who have successfully served as Mentors in the program for more than 1 year. Many who wear this patch have been in service to their community for many years.

The letters across the top represent the program they have served in.

The Mentors creed is "facta non verba", or "Action Not Words", and signifies the individuals who can walk their talk. They are the positive role models within the community.

The Phoenix represents the Mentors' role in the everchanging learning process in the lifestyle. The educators are the heart of the lifestyle, passing on their values and traditions.

The Circled "M" represents the individual Mentor and the mastery that is found within them.