The protection of information is vital to the interest of Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana (VOASELA).  I understand that in the course of my volunteer experience with VOASELA, I may have access to and become acquainted with information of confidential, propriety or private nature that is or may be applicable or related to the present or future business of VOASELA, its research and development, or the business of its customers.  Such information includes, but is not limited to, the following: information about clients, former clients, or persons seeking services, including names, personal information, or other program information; financial information, vendor or donor information, contribution lists, and other information; and marketing strategies and data, new material research, pending projects and proposals, research and development strategies, materials, products, designs, plans, ideas, and data of the organization.

I, and my heirs, in consideration of my volunteering, hereby release Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana (VOASELA) and their national affiliate Volunteers of America, its officers, employees, and agents, and any other people officially connected with this organization, from any and all liability for damage to or loss of personal property, sickness or physical injury from whatever source, legal entanglements, imprisonment, death, or loss of money, which might occur while participating in this event.  I understand that participation in this program is strictly voluntary, and I freely chose to participate.

I hereby grant and convey unto Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana (VOASELA) all right, title, and interest in any and all photographic images and video or audio recordings made by VOASELA during volunteer activities with VOASELA, including, but not limited to, any royalties, proceeds, or other benefits derived from such photographs or recordings.  I hereby release and waive any claims against VOASELA, its officers, directors, and employees, arising out of the publicity agreed to herein, including but not limited to matters arising under HIPAA and Medicaid waiver status.

Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana is a CARF accredited organization.  Per our accreditation, we are obligated to report on the demographics of volunteers we work with internally and refer to other organizations.