League Policies
The NVOP Terms of Service are the written rules, requirements, and legal obligations that govern the organization, management, and participation for an event or service that set the expectations for both organizers and attendees to reduce misunderstandings and protect all parties’ rights.
STAND DOWN EVENT CODE OF CONDUCT
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Purpose
The Stand Down Event is designed to provide services in a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all. To ensure the success of this event, all participants, staff, volunteers and partners are required to comply with the following Code of Conduct.
Expectations
I agree to adhere to the following:
- Respectful Behavior
- Treat all participants, staff, volunteers, and service providers with dignity and respect.
- Refrain from aggressive, disruptive, or inappropriate behavior.
- Zero Tolerance for Violence or Threats
- No physical violence, threats, intimidation, or harassment will be tolerated.
- Substance-Free Environment
- No possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs or alcohol on event grounds.
- Participants appearing under the influence may be denied services.
- Compliance with Event Staff
- Follow all directions and instructions provided by event staff, volunteers, and security personnel.
- Property Respect
- Respect the event facility, equipment, and surrounding property.
- Do not move tables, damage, or misuse property.
- Weapons Prohibited
- Weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited on event premises.
- Maintain Orderly Conduct
- Remain in designated areas and follow event processes (registration, service lines, etc.).
- No loitering, crowd disruption, or interference with services.
- Meal Distribution Policy
- Meals are limited to one (1) per person to ensure equitable distribution of resources.
- Please do not take additional meals for others or re-enter meal lines.
Enforcement
Failure to comply with this Code of Conduct may result in immediate removal from the event.
Any participant, vendor, or sponsor who violates these rules will be asked to leave the property and may be prohibited from returning to future events.
Acknowledgment
I acknowledge that I have read and understand the Stand Down Event Code of Conduct. I agree to comply with all expectations and
understand the consequences of non-compliance._________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
- Respectful Behavior
VOLUNTEER RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY 2026
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Persons and Entities Released: American G.I. Forum National Veterans Outreach Program, Inc., all committee personnel and all
affiliated sponsors (the participating entities), and all others, jointly, severally, and individually.
The Volunteer desires to provide volunteer services and engage in activities related to serving as a volunteer for the American G.I.
Forum National Veterans Outreach Program, Inc. The above named volunteer hereby agrees as follows:1. WAIVER AND RELEASE: I, the Volunteer, release and forever discharge and hold harmless the above listed entities from any an all liability, claims,
and demands of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from the services I provide. I understand and
acknowledge that this release discharges from any liability or claim that I may have with respect to bodily injury, personal injury, illness, death, or
property damage that may result from the services I am providing for the American G.I. Forum National Veterans Outreach Program, Inc.2. INSURANCE: Further I understand that none of the above participating entities assumes any responsibility for or obligation to provide me with
financial or other assistance, including but not limited to medical, health or disability benefits or insurance of any nature in the event of my injury, illness,
death or damage to my property. I expressly waive any such claim for compensation or liability on the part of the participating entities.3. MEDICAL TREATMENT: I hereby release and forever discharge the participating entities from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter
arise on account of any first-aid treatment or other medical services rendered in connection with an emergency during my tenure as a volunteer with the
American G.I. Forum National Veterans Outreach Program, Inc.4. ASSUMPTION OF RISKS: I understand that the services I provide to the American G.I. Forum National Veterans Outreach Program, Inc. may include
activities that maybe hazardous to me including, but not limited to involving inherently dangerous activities. As a volunteer, I hereby expressly assume
the risk of injury or harm from these activities and release ALL participating entities from all liability for injury, illness, death, or property damage resulting
from the services I provide as a volunteer or occurring while I am providing volunteer services for the American G.I. Forum National Veterans Outreach
Program, Inc.5. PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE: I grant and convey to the event organizers all right, title, and interests in any and all photographs, images, video, audio
in connection with my providing volunteer services for the American G.I. Forum National Veterans Outreach Program, Inc.6. OTHER: As a volunteer, I expressly agree that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Texas
and that this release shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas. I agree that in the event that any clause or
provision of this Release is deemed invalid, the enforceability of the remaining provisions of this release shall not be affected.I express my understanding and intent to enter into this Release and Waiver of Liability willingly and voluntarily.
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