Please read carefully before signing. This is a legally binding agreement.
This Volunteer Release and Waiver of Liability ("Agreement") is entered into by the undersigned Volunteer ("Participant") in favor of Hope Christian Health Center (HCHC), its officers, directors, employees, agents, volunteers, missionaries, partners, and affiliates.
1. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK
I understand and acknowledge that participation in the June 2026 Medical Mission Trip to Côte d’Ivoire involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:
- International and domestic travel by air, land, or sea
- Medical and clinical activities in low-resource environments
- Exposure to infectious diseases, illness, or injury
- Political instability, crime, or civil unrest
- Environmental hazards and weather conditions
- Limited access to emergency or specialized medical care
- Acts of God
I voluntarily choose to participate with full knowledge of these risks.
2. ASSUMPTION OF RESPONSIBILITY
I accept full responsibility for my participation and any injury, illness, loss, or damage that may occur as a result of my involvement, whether caused by negligence or otherwise, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
3. RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
I hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue Hope Christian Health Center or its representatives from any and all claims, demands, losses, damages, or liabilities arising out of or related to my participation in this mission trip, including travel to and from the destination.
4. MEDICAL TREATMENT AUTHORIZATION
I authorize Hope Christian Health Center and its representatives to obtain medical treatment for me in the event of injury or illness during the trip if I am unable to give consent. I understand that I am financially responsible for any medical expenses incurred.
5. INSURANCE RESPONSIBILITY
I acknowledge that I am responsible for obtaining adequate medical, travel, and evacuation insurance for the duration of the trip. I understand that Hope Christian Health Center does not provide insurance coverage for participants unless otherwise stated in writing.
6. BEHAVIOR AND COMPLIANCE
I agree to comply with all rules, instructions, safety protocols, and standards of conduct set by Hope Christian Health Center and trip leadership. I understand that failure to comply may result in dismissal from the trip at my own expense.
7. PHOTOGRAPHY AND MEDIA RELEASE
I grant permission for Hope Christian Health Center to use photographs, video, audio recordings, or other media taken during the trip for promotional, educational, or informational purposes without compensation.
8. CHRISTIAN MISSION ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I understand that this trip is a Christian medical mission. I agree to conduct myself in a manner consistent with Christian values and to respect the spiritual and cultural context of the mission.
9. BINDING AGREEMENT
I certify that I am at least 18 years of age (or have parental consent if under 18), have read this Agreement in its entirety, understand its contents, and sign it freely and voluntarily.