Volunteer Code of Conduct

As a volunteer for Aga Khan Foundation Canada (“AKFC”), I shall conduct myself in an appropriate manner in accordance with AKFC’s mission, vision and values as well as in accordance with its policies, standards, codes and other rules and requirements that may be in place from time to time. As a volunteer, I agree to demonstrate integrity, respect and professionalism to sponsors, donors, fellow volunteers, staff, participants and members of the general public. I will ensure that I comply with all applicable laws in the course of performing my duties including all policies, guidelines, obligations and requirements of the venue and any requirements put in place by AKFC. In addition, Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) requires all staff, volunteers, and representatives to commit in writing to upholding the principles and standards of its Safeguarding Policy and the associated Code of Conduct through a Statement of Commitment.
Occasionally, as a volunteer at an AKFC event, I might be interviewed by the media about the event and my participation in such event. I agree that I will only represent myself as a volunteer working with AKFC and not as a “spokesperson” or “representative” for AKFC. I will exercise discretion at all times, and will be mindful of the potential impact of my statements and actions on AKFC. I agree that I will not make any other type of public statements without prior approval from AKFC's Chief Executive Officer (CEO). I also agree to not publish anything related to my work or time as an AKFC volunteer without first obtaining the prior written approval from AKFC’s CEO.

Personal Information Consent and Photo/Video Permission

In connection with applying to become a volunteer and throughout my time as an AKFC volunteer, I may be asked to share certain of my personal information with AKFC such as name, age, email address, phone number, mailing address, interests, and similar or other information. This information may be used by AKFC and its representatives including senior volunteers and staff to, among other things, promote and encourage engagement with AKFC, administer the AKFC volunteer programs and/or to support an event for which I am or will be volunteering. I agree to allow AKFC to collect, use and store my personal information for such purposes and for such other incidental purposes. AKFC will comply with all legal requirements in connection with the collection, use and storage of my personal information.

Additionally, I also consent to the use of my name, image(s), likeness, voice and any video footage of myself in whole or in part in any or all of AKFC’s publications and materials in whatever medium or distribution channel and I understand and agree that no compensation will be provided to me for such use and/or distribution.

Confidentiality

As an AKFC volunteer I may have access to personal and confidential documents, information or data. I agree that I shall not disclose any confidential information to any person or organization without the express consent of the AKFC CEO or their designate or when required by law (with advance notice to AKFC).

Confidential information is information you obtain in the course of your volunteer work with AKFC, and includes, but is not limited to the identity of donors, sponsors, their contribution, pledge and payment amounts, their or their employees’ personal information including financial information and personal preferences and interests. I agree to abide by AKFC’s policies and guidelines concerning treatment of confidential and/or personal information as may be shared with me from time to time. I further agree to treat all information in my possession, or which has otherwise been shared with me by or on behalf of AKFC as personal and confidential and shall implement reasonable measures to safeguard such information from unauthorized collection, disclosure, use and/or distribution.

I understand and agree that this confidentiality obligation exists for so long as I am an AKFC volunteer and shall continue even after I have ceased to be an AKFC volunteer. I agree to return all AKFC documents and other property of AKFC as soon as I cease to be an AKFC volunteer.

Severability

Should any part of this Waiver be determined to be invalid or without legal effect, such determination shall not invalidate the remaining portions thereof, which shall remain in full force and effect.

Covid-19 and Other Infectious Diseases Notice

Covid-19 is highly contagious and is known to spread mainly by contact from person to person. While volunteering with AKFC, please keep in mind any physical distancing and health regulations put in place in your region to keep you and your community safe from COVID-19, in addition to any safeguards put in place by AKFC. To learn more, visit:

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html

https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/publications/diseases-conditions/help-reduce-spread-covid-19.html

Assumption of Risk

I acknowledge and understand the following:

1. Participation as a volunteer with AKFC [in respect of World Partnership Walk] may include possible exposure to and illness from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. While preventative measures put in place by AKFC from time to time, and adherence to public health guidelines may reduce this risk, the risk of serious illness and death does exist;
2. I knowingly and freely assume all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19, even if arising from the negligence or fault of AKFC or those for whom it is responsible in law; and
3. I hereby knowingly assume the risk of injury, harm and loss associated with my participation as a volunteer, including any injury, harm and loss caused by the negligence, fault or conduct of any kind on the part of AKFC or those for whom it is responsible in law.

Safeguarding Standards and Code of Conduct

All volunteers are required to read and agree to the two linked documents that outline AKFC's safeguarding standards and code of conduct.

Safeguarding Standards
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XoN2R4prJ5kxD3db0NbJQvH8jMI6PVV4/view?usp=share_link (click to open in a new tab)

Code of Conduct
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ghyqxxa5P8u1Ad-gODFHnVCp6xbeOugb/view?usp=share_link (click to open in a new tab)

Please direct any questions or inquiries relating to your participation as a volunteer for AKFC to info@worldpartnershipwalk.com.