Volunteer Application Thank you for your interest in being a volunteer with London International Students Get in touch! Please fill out this form and someone will be in touch with you as soon as possible. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.1Personal Information2Employment Status3Application Questions4Involvement Preferences5Pastoral Reference6Terms and ConditionsAbout You.Name *FirstLastEmail *EmailConfirm EmailPhone Number *What is your Address ?Address *Address Line 2City *Province *Postal Code *NextEmployment StatusWhat is your current employment status ? *Working Full TimeWorking Part TimeNot currently WorkingStay At Home CaregiverStudentRetiredSelf EmployedOther (Describe)Describe your employment statusPreviousNextApplication QuestionsWhy do you want to volunteer with Interational Students in Niagara? *Do you have any experience working with international students ? *YesNoIf yes , please describe.Please describe your experience working with international students.What are your greatest strengths ? *Anything else you would like to share ? *YesNoIf yes, please describe What else would you like to share ?PreviousNextInvolvement PreferencesWhat activities would you like to be invovled in ? *Friends for Dinner events (share a meal at someone’s house)International Student Dinners (Friendship of Overseas College and University Students, FOCUS)Social eventsEnglish conversationsSpiritual support(Check all that apply)Other way of helpingDescribe how you would like to help.Are you open to connecting throughout the year with International Student(s) with the goal of building a friendship with them? *YesNoAvailability for volunteeringWhen are you available? *Week DaysWeek EveningsWeekend DaysWeekend EveningsPlease check all that apply.PreviousNextPastoral ReferncePlease provide us with a pastoral reference.Pastors Name *Church Name *Pastors Email *EmailConfirm EmailPastors Phone # *PreviousNextTerms and ConditionsI accept the following terms and conditions. *YesNoVOLUNTEER AGREEMENT Thank you for your interest in Niagara International Students (NIS). This Volunteer Agreement (“Agreement”) is made between you, (the “Volunteer”) and NIS. The Agreement provides the basic terms and conditions that you agree to abide by in exchange for participating in the Volunteer Program. Please review carefully and let us know if you have questions. NIS and the Volunteer agree to the following: 1. Volunteer Agreement By Submitting an Application I indicate that I have read and agree to be bound by all terms of this agreement. 2. Volunteer Project and Placement. A. Project Placement NIS will make reasonable efforts to place the Volunteer in a role, task, or responsibility as requested. However, the actual placement or project may differ as reasonably required by circumstances. The Volunteer understands and agrees that the Volunteer will be assigned as is deemed reasonable and necessary by NIS. B. Complaints and Concerns If the Volunteer has complaints and concerns that are not posing an immediate health and safety risk, the Volunteer should first try to resolve any problems through the individuals involved. However, if the problem is serious or involves health and safety concerns, the Volunteer should contact NIS or other appropriate authorities promptly. 3. Prohibited Activities The Volunteer agrees to not engage in any criminal activities, illegal drug use or trafficking, interactions with terrorist groups, or any political activities while representing NIS. The Volunteer agrees not to engage in any other reckless or negligent conduct that could impact the welfare or safety of the Volunteer or others, such as alcohol abuse or ingesting any other drugs; or that otherwise causes fear or distress to a member or guest of a project or host family. Volunteer also agrees you will not engage in any sexual activity or other activities which may be offensive to the local culture and customs of the community we serve. B. Cancellation by NIS If a project is cancelled prior to the start date, NIS will make reasonable efforts to find an alternative project placement. If NIS cancels a project and there is no suitable alternative, the Volunteer will be notified. 4. Termination NIS reserves the right to immediately terminate this Agreement if NIS and/or the Volunteer Leader determines that any of the following has occurred: (i) the Volunteer engages in prohibited activities listed in Section 4 of this Agreement or is otherwise involved in any illegal activities before or during the Project Period; (ii) the Volunteer’s actions and/or conduct is threatening or unacceptably offensive, or causes fear or distress to any member or guest of the project or a host; or (iii) the Volunteer provides incorrect or false information to NIS or the Volunteer Leader. If the Agreement is terminated during the Project Period, the Volunteer will be required to immediately provide any relevant information to NIS so another Volunteer may resume the role. 5. Additional Representations and Warranties The Volunteer makes the following additional representations and warranties: A. Flexible Expectations The Volunteer understands that international students may have different cultural and religious expectations regarding social interactions, and may require flexibility. The Volunteer is responsible for exercising wisdom in connecting with international students in such a way as to respect the student’s cultural and religious background, with the objective of journeying at the speed of relationship. B. Skill and Ability The Volunteer has the ability and physical and mental fitness sufficient to participate in this program and to complete the volunteer tasks. The Volunteer will immediately notify the project staff or Volunteer Leader if asked to perform a task for which the Volunteer lacks the ability or fitness level. C. Responsibility for Person, Valuables, and Personal Items and Care The Volunteer is solely responsible for his or her personal health and safety as well as valuables, personal items, and personal care. D. Photographic Release The Volunteer conveys to NIS all rights, title, and interest in any photographic images or video or audio recordings and consents to the unrestricted use, by NIS of any photographs, recordings, interviews, videotapes, film, or similar visual or auditory recordings of the Volunteer created in connection with my participation in NIS activities. 6. Assumption of Personal Risk and Release and Waiver The Volunteer acknowledges and accepts the responsibilities and risks associated with the Project, including but not limited to travel and providing volunteer services. It is expected that the Volunteer will take appropriate precautions, respecting government-mandated distancing and other lawful requirements. The Volunteer releases NIS, including any and all of its employees, managers, directors, shareholders, volunteers and partner organizations (“Released Parties”), to the maximum extent of the law, and agrees not to sue Released Parties, for any loss, claim, action, liability, damage, costs or harm the volunteer or associates may suffer related to or arising out of the Project or related or associated activities, including but not limited to for personal injury, emotional injury, illness, disease, death, property damage or other losses, expenses and/or damages, including those arising out of hostage situations or war or terrorism. The Volunteer agrees that the releases and waivers given in this Section are intended to be as broad and as inclusive as permitted by law. 9. Liability and Indemnification The Volunteer agrees to be personally and solely liable for his or her conduct, actions and/or omissions related to or arising out of the project and this agreement, including travel and Volunteer work, including, without limitation, any damages the Volunteer may cause to any person or property. The Volunteer agrees to fully indemnify and hold NIS harmless from and against any and all claims, demands, losses, causes of action, costs, expenses, fees and damages arising out of or related to: (i) any breach by of this Agreement by the Volunteer; (ii) any damages, losses, personal injury, property damage, fines, assessments, fees or costs that are caused to or asserted against LIS as a result of the Volunteer’s actions, inaction or omissions; or (iii) any contractual claim or other cause of action asserted against NIS as a result of the Volunteer’s conduct and/or failure to perform the volunteer services required hereunder. 10. Other Provisions A. Choice of Law and Jurisdiction This Agreement and the transactions contemplated hereunder shall be construed in accordance with and governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario, Canada. The Volunteer consents to specific jurisdiction of the provincial and federal courts of Ontario in any dispute related to or arising out of this Agreement or the Project. B. Entire Agreement This is the entire agreement reached by the Parties and may only be amended with written agreement. This document is the sole source of any obligations or services to be provided by NIS and no oral or other communications or documents are binding on NIS. Information provided on NIS’ website is generic and may vary depending on the project. Volunteers agree to further verify all information prior to commencing duties. C. Severability If a court of law determines one or more provisions of this Agreement to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force to the fullest extent permitted by law. D. Assignment NIS may assign this Agreement or any of its rights or obligations hereunder to any third party without Applicant’s express written consent. The Volunteer may not assign this Agreement or any of my rights or obligations hereunder without NIS’ prior written consent. By submitting an application, I indicate that I have read and understood and agree to be bound by all of the terms of this Agreement. MessageSubmit