Meaning Behind Manumission's Logo

Manumission refers to the act of freeing someone from slavery, a profound and historic step  toward personal and collective freedom. At the heart of our mission is the belief that education is  the key to breaking cycles of oppression and achieving true independence. This aligns deeply  with Frederick Douglass's legacy, who was himself manumitted not just physically, but  intellectually, through education. He believed that knowledge was the ultimate path to freedom,  stating, "Once you learn to read, you will be forever free."

The second element, Fawohodie, is an Adinkra symbol that represents independence,  emancipation, and freedom. In the Akan language, “Fawohodie” translates to “independence  comes with responsibilities.” It serves as a reminder that with freedom comes the obligation to  uplift oneself and contribute positively to the community. The symbol’s presence in the logo  speaks to the transformative power of independence when paired with accountability and  education. 

Frederick Douglass understood this deeply, as he once shared how freedom resonated in every  part of his being stating, 

“And so, I began to see my freedom in every star, feel it in every wind, and hear it in every  sound.” 

The Manumission House logo honors this legacy by combining visual elements of freedom,  responsibility, and education, embodying the belief that through knowledge and independence, a  brighter, liberated future is possible.