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Global Youth Opportunity, Inc.

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Participant Agreement

 

Participants must thoroughly review each of the regulations noted below.  Selecting the box next to each regulation indicates your understanding and agreement to comply with each.  Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us prior to submitting this agreement.

 

 

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  1. Participant will respect all professional decisions made by Global Youth Opportunity, Inc. and the “Host Country Receiving Organization” regarding the placement process, and will not personally contact the “Host Employer/Association” prior to the final placement decision or start of the program.
  2. Participant will respect and adhere to all payment and program schedules, timetables, and deadlines determined by Global Youth Opportunity, Inc., the "Host Country Receiving Organization" and the "Host Employer/Association”.
  3. Participant must IMMEDIATELY inform Global Youth Opportunity, Inc. if they cannot participate in the program or if they will be unable to arrive in the host country per the program start date (cancellation policy may apply).
  4. In some cases, participant may be responsible for their own local travel and housing arrangements while in their Host Country, with the assistance of Global Youth Opportunity, Inc. and the "Host Country Receiving Organization". If this is a condition of placement, participant will be advised prior to a program committment.
  5. Based on laws governing the Host Country, a participant, in some cases, may not be permitted to work beyond the program end date and understands he/she may be required to return to their home country within 30 days of such date, or as otherwise designated by their Visa guidelines.
  6. Participant will respectfully represent Global Youth Opportunity, Inc., the “Host Country Receiving Organization” and the “Host Employer/Association” at all times.
  7. Participant is responsible for fully understanding all program rules and regulations, as well as the consequences if any program and/or placement rules/regulations are not respected.
  8. Participant will maintain regular contact with Global Youth Opportunity, Inc. and the “Host Country Receiving Organization” throughout the duration of the program.
  9. Participant must participate in a post-arrival orientation. Failure to do so may result in dismissal from the program with no refund of monies paid.
  10. Participant must meet any Human Resources requirements established by the "Host Company/Association" for Participants.
  11. Participant acknowledges they are physically capable of performing all tasks required as outlined in the "Host Employer/Association" program description.
  12. Participant agrees to abide by all policies and procedures set forth by the "Host Employer/Association" and the department to which he or she is assigned.
  13. Violation of any of the rules and/or regulations stipulated by Global Youth Opportunity, Inc., the "Host Employer/Association" and/or the "Host Country Receiving Organization" may subject the participant to consequences up to and including expulsion from the program. No refund will be processed.
  14. A change in the "Host Employer/Association" is not encouraged. If participant wishes to change "Host Employers/Associations", written authorization must be obtained from the "Host Country Receiving Organization" and "Global Youth Opportunity, Inc." PRIOR to any change being made. Failure to follow these procedures may result in dismissal from the program. No refund will be processed.
  15. Participant will respect and adhere to the dress code & grooming standards of the “Host Employer/Association”.
  16. Participant must attend work regularly and adhere to the work schedule provided by the "Host Employer/Association".
  17. Participant will deal confidentially with the information they have access to during the Program at the “Host Employer/Association” and will not provide such information to third parties.
  18. Programs do not include vacation or holiday time off. If participants wish to take additional days off during the program period, they must request the time off a minimum of two weeks in advance, from both the “Host Employer/Association” and “Host Country Receiving Organization”.
  19. Participant understands that if they are involuntarily terminated from their "Host Employer/Association" or vountarily end their program early, they must leave the Host Country immediately; based on governing laws of the host country. No refund will be processed.
  20. Failure to comply with the laws of the Host Country will result in immediate expulsion of the participant from the program. Such expulsion will automatically unbind Global Youth Opportunitiy, Inc., the "Host Country Receiving Organization" and "Host Employer/Association" from any relationship with or obligation towards the participant. In such cases the participant will not be awarded a refund of any monies paid.
  21. Participant is required to obtain Comprehensive International Travel Medical Insurance Coverage prior to the first day of travel. Coverage must adequately compensate him/her for any injury or illness that is reasonably foreseeable as a result of his/her participation in the activities of the applicable program.
  22. Participant is strongly advised to bring enough money to their Host Country to cover unexpected/emergency expenses that may arise. For safety reasons, Travelers Cheques or Credit Card are recommended financial resources.
  23. Per Host Country legal guidelines, participant may not be entitled to extended employment by the "Host Employer/Association" at the conclusion of the program and maintains their participation in this program carries no intent for the same.
  24. I understand that, in some cases, the processing time to secure a suitable position for my program may be up to four (4) months and understand that GYO does not guarantee placement prior to this period of time. I also understand that a "Rush" charge of $150 USD will be assessed for programs booked less than 45 days prior to programs start date. The "Rush" charge is over and above the noted Program Fee and is non-refundable.
  25. In the event that I decide to purchase an airline ticket to the host country prior to a position being confirmed, I will be responsible for any and all charges that may be incurred due to changes and/or cancellations that may arise.
  26. I understand that I am personally responsible for securing all legal work/travel/visa documents to participate in this program, prior to departure from my home country. In the event I fail to secure the necessary legal documents prior to departure, I understand that the GYO cancellation policy will apply.
  27. I understand this agreement is legal and binding. I declare that I have read this entire document carefully, and have had the opportunity to ask questions and obtain advice as to its meaning. I am capable of reading and understanding this agreement in English. I do not rely on any promises, statement or representations that are not expressly stated in this Agreement. I agree to abide by the Program Terms and Conditions stated above, in addition to the Declaration guidelines noted below.
  I agree to hold harmless Global Youth Opportunity, Inc, its Directors, Officers and Employees from any and all liability, losses, damages, claims, or causes of action and expenses connected therewith (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising or asserted to have arisen, directly or indirectly, by or as a result of the activities of the program during the term of this agreement caused by negligence of the same.

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DECLARATION:  I understand that TOTAL PROGRAM FEE (less Application Fee) must be submitted along with Participant Agreement, within ten (10) calendar days following submission of Application Fee and is subject to GYO Cancellation Policy.  (*Note:  In the event Application/Total Program Fee and/or Participant Agreement are not received within 10 days following date of acceptance letter, applicant will forfeit their program participation.)

   

I understand that, in some cases, the processing time to secure a suitable position for my program may be up to four (4) months and understand that GYO does not guarantee placement prior to this period of time.  I also understand that a "Rush" charge of $150 USD will be assessed for programs booked less than 45 days prior to programs start date.  This "Rush" charge is over and above the noted Program Fee and is non-refundable.

 

In the event that I decide to purchase an airline ticket to the host country prior to a position being confirmed, I will be responsible for any and all charges that may be incurred due to changes and/or cancellations that may arise.

 

I further declare that all my statements on this form are true and I recognize that any false declaration on my part, or submission of documents which I know to be inaccurate, may result in the forfeiture of my place in the program, with no refund of application or program fees paid, or of any consequential expenditure. I agree to abide by all Global Youth Opportunity, Inc., Host Employer/Association and Receiving Organization program rules, policies and procedures.

 

In addition, I understand that I am personally responsible for securing the necessary work/travel/visa documents to participate in this program, prior to departure from my home country, and I know of no reason why I would be refused a visa for the country I am going to as part of the Global Youth Opportunity program.  In the event I fail to secure the necessary legal work/travel/visa documents prior to departure, I understand that I may be required to return to my home country to secure such documents and GYO will not be held financially or professionally responsible for such expenses or delays in my program.

 

I further agree to abide by all Global Youth Opportunity, Inc., Host Employer/Association and Receiving Organization program rules, policies and procedures.  In addition, I understand that I am personally responsible for securing the necessary work/travel/visa documents to participate in this program and I know of no reason why I would be refused a visa for the country I am going to as part of the Global Youth Opportunity program. 

 
 

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