Do you know why the FOP Australia logo is a foot?
Malformations of the great toe are often the only clue to the diagnosis of Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva present at birth, and thus the only clue for clinicians to identify this to avoid exacerbating the condition with unnecessary tests.
Therefore, FOP Australia includes a foot in our logo to bring as much attention as possible to this key fact. Explaining the significance of the shortened and inward turning great toe is a great conversation starter, and a quick way to raise awareness of this crucial feature.
Our logo’s colours are aqua green with yellow text to combine a distinct Aussie flavour with the blue and green tones used by the International FOP Association.
FOP Australia are very grateful to graphic designer Troy Proudfoot for designing our logo and donating the rights to the organisation. This contribution was made possible because of co-ordination by inaugural board director Maris Stanley.