A historic first: SAIU confers its inaugural Doctorate in Holistic Healing & Alternative Therapies — 18th April 2026

This landmark convocation marks a defining chapter in the journey of holistic and integrative medicine education. Six dedicated scholars, who devoted themselves fully to an extensive course of study spanning the breadth of alternative therapies, wellness sciences, and holistic healing practices, have now earned the highest academic honour in their field — a Doctorate from an internationally chartered institution.

The degree, conferred by the Trustees of The South American International University on the recommendation of the faculty, stands as both a personal triumph for each graduate and a collective milestone for the growing movement of holistic health education in India and beyond.

Graduation Day · 18th April 2026 — The inaugural Doctorate ATHH graduating class of South American International University in collaboration with ASHA THE HOPE, Bangalore, India

Meet the Graduates

We are honoured to celebrate the achievements of the six pioneering scholars who form this historic first class:

A New Era for Holistic Health Education

The Doctorate in Holistic Healing and Alternative Therapies represents a rigorous, comprehensive programme that bridges ancient wisdom with contemporary wellness science. Graduates of this programme are equipped to lead, teach, and transform the landscape of integrative medicine — bringing evidence-informed holistic care to communities across India and the world.

SAIU, chartered by the Government of Suriname and recognised as a health sciences institution of international standing, has partnered with ASHA THE HOPE — a pioneering wellness organisation based in Bangalore — to bring this world-class doctoral programme to practitioners in India. Together, they have created an educational pathway that is rigorous in its academic standards, rooted in ethical practice, and deeply human in its philosophy.

About the Conferring Authorities

The degrees were conferred on the recommendation of the faculty and by virtue of the authority vested in the Trustees of The South American International University, signed by the university’s Chairman and the Chairperson of ASHA THE HOPE – India.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026

SAIU and ASHA THE HOPE extend their heartfelt congratulations to all six graduates of the inaugural Doctorate in Holistic Healing and Alternative Therapies. Your dedication, perseverance, and passion for the healing arts have brought you to this extraordinary moment. May your work continue to inspire, heal, and uplift all those you serve.

We look forward to witnessing the profound impact each of you will make — as doctors, educators, and torchbearers of holistic wellness for generations to come.