I will promote the creation of a friendship community based on mutual respect and a sense of personal well-being. I will treat others with honor and respect because we are all created in the image of G-d.
As a volunteer of Friendship Circle:
∗ I understand that Friendship Circle expects me to behave responsibly. I agree to utilize my best judgment and sense of responsibility when spending time with the child with whom I am matched.
∗ I understand that the use of a cell phone during a Friendship Circle programs does not promote a healthy friendship and should only be used in case of emergency.
∗ I agree to respect the privacy of all participants of the Friendship Circle and to keep personal information confidential.
∗ I understand that once I commit to attend a program or event, the Friendship Circle staff and special friends expect me to be there. I agree to attend and give it my best effort. In the event that I cannot attend, I agree to give notice to Friendship Circle staff and the parents of my special friend sufficiently in advance.
∗ If someone gets hurt or some other incident occurs while I am volunteering, it is my responsibility to immediately report the occurrence to Friendship Circle staff.
∗ I agree to represent the Friendship Circle to the best of my abilities.
∗ I have carefully read and agree to abide and be bound by all additional rules and policies in the Friendship Circle Handbooks and any additional rules pertinent to specific events, including the Commitment to Everyone’s Safety and Well Being.
∗ I grant Friendship Circle permission to use my name, image, likeness, or recording in connection with any promotional materials including, but not limited to, brochures, advertising, and broadcasts.