I, _________________________________________, desire to serve as a trip participant for The Center for Student Missions d/b/a City. Service. Mission (CSM)

Release and Waiver: I expressly and specifically assume the risk of injury or harm and release and discharge CSM, its directors, officers, employees, and agents and their successors from and waive any and all liability for any injury, illness, death or property damage resulting from my participation. In consideration of being permitted to serve as a trip participant, I, my heirs, executors and administrators, hereby release and forever discharge and hold harmless CSM, its Board of Directors, officers, employees, agents and their successors from any and all liability and claims, demands and rights of action arising from activities in participation with CSM.

Medical Treatment: I understand that I take full responsibility for my welfare and safety. I hereby give permission for emergency medical treatment to be administered as deemed appropriate. I discharge CSM from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or service rendered in connection with my activities as a trip participant.

Photographic Release: I also permit the release of any photographs, video or audio recordings taken of me for the promotional use of CSM and waive all claims for compensation for such use or for damages. In the event of a crisis, I will not speak to the press, but will refer parties to a CSM staff member.

By signing below, I am indicating that I have read and agree to the above terms. CSM FORM - Release and Waiver of Liability (Rev 2.2021)

As ambassadors of Jesus and in an effort to sustain trips that are safe, organized and fun, we ask that all participants agree to and abide by the following:

General
● The key to urban ministry is flexibility. We have a schedule prepared for you, but God may have something different in mind. If plans change, just accept it as God’s guidance for your trip and go with it.
● You are an ambassador for Jesus Christ. You will want to behave well towards each other and strangers.
● Always be aware of what’s going on around you.
● The people of the city work hard at preserving their cultures. Please respect that these may be different from your own.

Dress Code
● Bring attire that you are comfortable in and that you don’t mind getting dirty.
● Pants and closed-toe shoes will be required when serving at all shelters or serving food.
● Shorts should be fingertip length.
● Tights/leggings do not count as long pants.
● Long-sleeved shirt is recommended for yard work.
● No tight clothing, midriff shirts, short shorts, tank tops, etc outside of the housing site. If in doubt, don’t wear it.
● If you will be attending a Sunday worship service, girls may wear skirts/dresses below the knee, jeans without holes, or dress pants and guys may wear dress pants/nice jeans and a shirt.
● All sandals must have a back strap (no flip flops).

In the City/Community Partners
● Nothing is to be left in the vans. Bring only what you want to carry with you. Not all community partners have a place to securely keep personal items.
● Never wander off on your own. Stick in pairs or in groups with a leader at all times and stay aware of your surroundings.
● Do not give out your home address or phone number.
● Always ask your City Host before taking a picture of anyone who is not in your group.
● No public displays of affection between males and females.
● Commit to listening and learning more about the cultures you are experiencing instead of making comments or jokes about them.
● Do not wave, motion or shout out the van windows. Your actions could result in a misunderstanding, could be offensive to someone else, and could put your group in danger.
● If you think you have uncovered a legitimate need, report it to your CSM host and they will help you address the concern.

Housing
● We are guests here. We ask that you respect the building and property.
● It is a shared space so we ask that you leave it the way you found it.
● In the event that any part of the facility is lost or broken by someone in your group, your church will be expected to compensate our housing partner for the cost.
● Girls and guys will not be permitted to visit one another’s rooms.
● All exterior doors must remain locked, and no one is allowed outside without an adult.
● Drugs, alcohol and tobacco products are not permitted on CSM premises.
● Everyone should be in their rooms and quiet by 10:30 p.m. and lights out by 11:00 p.m. – This enables everyone to get important rest so we can be focused during the day.
● Breakfast and lunch supplies are in the kitchen. These foods are only for breakfast and lunch.

Restaurant Etiquette
● Try everything once. These are foods and customs from other cultures. Different isn’t good or bad, it’s just different.
● Be aware of noise levels. We want to be respectful to our restaurant partners and staff.
● Don’t complain. The restaurant staff work hard to preserve their cultures.
● Please advise CSM staff about any allergies within your group BEFORE arriving in the city. Remind your staff upon arrival.
● We recommend that participants with specific dietary restrictions should bring supplemental food items with them to the city. Please make arrangements with your City Directors before arriving in the city.

Cell Phones
● No cell phones allowed out at community partners or any CSM activity.
● Leaders should always keep their phones on them.
● Student cell phone usage outside of the community partners or any CSM activity is up to the discretion of the group leader.

By signing below, I am indicating that I have read and understand the Code of Conduct and agree to follow these expectations.

CSM FORM - Code of Conduct (Rev 2.2021)