Volunteer Documents

Miscarriage Matters Inc. Volunteer
Acknowledgement Waiver and Release of Liability

I wish to volunteer with Miscarriage Matters Inc. (MM), a web based community that offers support to the survivors of Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Early Infant Loss. There are various roles within the organization, and this form is intended to cover all roles. Please acknowledge each section below by checking the box and electronically signing at the end. You will not be allowed to begin volunteering until this form is completed. If you are already volunteering, you will be suspended from your current activities until this form is completed and returned

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I understand while I am a volunteer of the Miscarriage Matters, Inc. Organization, I am considered a independent agent. MM cannot monitor every aspect of our volunteers and should you say or do something that reflects the organization in a negative way, you will be held personally responsible for those actions. *

I understand I should make sure that all of my responses to those that I help/mentor are held in the highest regard. I will not use slang language, racial/religious/sexual or any offensive language ever. I understand the importance and agree that I will be held personally liable for my actions and I accept and agree to those terms. *

I understand this is an “at will” opportunity to connect with others who have gone through the death of a child. If you experience anything negative, MM encourages you to report it immediately. MM will not stand for negativity. In addition, the views of the parties on either side do not represent Miscarriage Matters Inc., and MM will not be held liable or responsible. *

I understand that I alone am responsible for evaluating my own emotional limitations regarding MM activities and will only perform volunteer work that I feel comfortable doing. *

I understand that if a client/member mentions suicide, thoughts of suicide or harm to themselves or others, that I am to refer them immediately to emergency services and report it to my direct supervisor. If you do not follow this procedure, you will be held personally responsible. *

I hereby waive, release and hold harmless MM, its board members, directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents from any and all liability, claims, costs, or damages which may arise from my participation in my MM volunteer role. This includes all activities of which may arise as a result of the negligence, whether passive or active, by those released herein, of other participants in MM activities, or of third parties. *

I understand that this Waiver and Release of Liability is contractual and not a mere recital, and is binding on me, and applies to all losses whether known or unknown related to my participation in MM activities. *

I hereby grant to MM all right, title, and interest in any photographic image, video, or audio recording of me. I also grant the same permissions of any photographic image, video, or audio recording taken or created by me, during my participation in MM activities, and agree to allow my image and voice, as well as many images or videos taken by me and provided to MM in any format, to be used in published materials and websites that promote MM. *

I am 18 years or older and have read and fully understand the terms set forth in this Volunteer Acknowledgment, Waiver and Release of Liability. I understand that this document is legally binding and I have signed below of my own free will. *

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Yes, I acknowledge that I read and understand the above terms and conditions.

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Miscarriage Matters Inc. Policies and Procedures

At Miscarriage Matters Inc., we understand how priceless you are to this program. While you are part of Miscarriage Matters Inc., you are considered a volunteering independent agent. As a volunteer, should you say or do something that reflects the organization in a negative way, you will be held personally responsible for those actions. Therefore, we have developed policies to not only protect Miscarriage Matters Inc., but you as our volunteer.

Disclaimers for Women of Empowerment, Men of Power, Social Media Team Members, MM Radio Hosts & Live Chat Operators:
The one-on-one communication between the two independent parties (mentors/mentees, MM team member/public) is meant to be encouraging and uplifting to all those you come in contact with. This is an "at will" opportunity to connect with others who have experienced the death of a child. If you experience anything negative, you are encouraged to report it immediately. Negativity has no place within Miscarriage Matters Inc... Training is provided to each volunteer in order to eliminate as much negativity as possible. All training and step-by-step protocols must be followed. In addition, the views of the parties on either side, do not represent Miscarriage Matters Inc. and/or its subsidiaries, and Miscarriage Matters Inc. and its subsidiaries will not be held liable or responsible for the views of either party.

All material provided within this website and all media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, etc…) is for informational and educational purposes only, and is in no way to be construed or viewed as medical advice or instructions, even the information provided by their volunteers. No action will be taken against Miscarriage Matters Inc. based solely on the contents of these publications.

The information provided herein is believed to be accurate based on the best judgment of the author, but the reader is responsible for consulting with their own health professional on any matters raised within. In addition, all volunteers should understand that medical information changes rapidly. Therefore, some information on the Miscarriage Matters Inc. website, information shared by volunteers, and within its social media sites may be out of date or even possibly inaccurate, based on constant medical advances outside of the organization’s control. For the Social Media Team and MM Radio Team: Miscarriage Matters, Inc. reserves the rights to all graphics and postings submitted by social media volunteers for Miscarriage Matters Inc.

Please encourage all those seeking support to consult their physician or a qualified health professional on any matters regarding their physical health, emotional well-being, and personal safety. All opinions expressed within this organization are not the opinions of Miscarriage Matters Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. You are NOT licensed counselors or doctors. You are simply men and women that have experienced the loss of a child/children and willing to
share your experiences with others.

Miscarriage Matters Inc. does not assume any liability for the information contained or provided herein, be it direct, indirect, consequential, special, exemplary, and/or damaging.

You have chosen to agree to all disclaimers and understand that if at ANY point your own mental and/or physical well-being is in question, you will seek immediate help, including contacting 911. You understand that Miscarriage Matters Inc. will not be held accountable nor responsible for any emotional, mental, and/or physical complications, illnesses, sickness, diseases, diagnoses and/or distress before, after or during your time as a volunteer with Miscarriage Matters Inc.

I have received and read a copy of the policies and procedures of Miscarriage Matters Inc. and have a full understanding of its content. *

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Live Chat Operators Disclaimers:
As a volunteer of the Miscarriage Matters Inc. Live Chat service, it is imperative that training is completed and the script implemented as designed by Miscarriage Matters Inc. in order to limit liability between you and potential mentees/public.

Please encourage the public or potential mentees, to consult their physician or a qualified health professional on any matters regarding their physical health, emotional well-being, and personal safety. For all emotional and medical emergencies, please advise all visitors to call 911, while staying on live chat to help ensure the visitor's safety.

All opinions expressed within this site are not the opinions of Miscarriage Matters Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. You are NOT licensed counselors or doctors. You are volunteer operators engaging potential mentees, and the public in order to direct them to their future Women of Empowerment or Men of Power Mentors. Miscarriage Matters Inc. does not assume any liability for the information contained or provided herein, be it direct, indirect, consequential, special, exemplary, and/or damaging.

I have received and read a copy of the Live Chat Operators Disclaimers of Miscarriage Matters Inc. and have a full understanding of its content. *

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Miscarriage Matters Inc. Agreements: Confidentiality Agreement
All volunteers and undersigned readers will acknowledge that all information provided by and included in Miscarriage Matters Inc. is confidential. Therefore, all employees and volunteers agree not to disclose any information provided by or given to Miscarriage Matters Inc. and its subsidiaries, including all information provided by its clients without the expressed written consent of Miscarriage Matters Inc. and/or its clients.

It will be acknowledge by all volunteers and undersigned readers that the information furnished by Miscarriage Matters Inc. and its subsidiaries is in all respects confidential in nature, other than information which is in public domain through other means, and that any disclosure or use of this information by volunteers and readers, may cause serious harm or damage to Miscarriage Matters Inc.

I have received and read a copy of the Miscarriage Matters Inc. Confidentiality Agreement and have a full understanding of its content. *

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Non Compete Agreement
As an employee, independent agent, and/or volunteer, you agree not to solicit, (directly or indirectly), business from or undertake with any clients or customers being serviced by you while volunteering with Miscarriage Matters Inc. for a period of three years thereafter. In addition, you understand that, upon separation from Miscarriage Matters Inc. will have the right to send a letter to any or all of our clients served by you, advising them that you are no longer volunteering with Miscarriage Matters Inc. and that their account or support has been turned over to another Miscarriage Matters Inc. volunteer.

In addition, you agree that you will not solicit, either (directly or indirectly), other volunteers from, or of Miscarriage Matters Inc. and its subsidiaries for a period of three years thereafter.

I have received and read a copy of the Miscarriage Matters Inc. Non Compete Agreement and have a full understanding of its content. *

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Agreement of Release
As a volunteer, you can be released from your position at any time during your service with Miscarriage Matters Inc... If your service is no longer needed due to changes within the organization, your will be provided with a written form stating the date of release and the opportunity to return as a volunteer as openings become available.

For volunteers that are found to violate the disclaimers of this organization and exhibit detrimental behavior or taking part in ineffective practices, Miscarriage Matters Inc. will provide corrective action (verbal warning, written warning or termination) through our Human Resources Department.

All volunteers must understand that it is the image and integrity of Miscarriage Matters Inc. that must be upheld to the highest level of professionalism and service. Please understand that the views of the volunteers do not represent Miscarriage Matters Inc. and/or its subsidiaries, and Miscarriage Matters Inc. and its subsidiaries will not be held liable or responsible for the views of any and all volunteers.

I have received and read a copy of the Miscarriage Matters Inc. Agreement of Release and have a full understanding of its content. *

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Volunteer Agreement & Policy and Procedures Acknowledgement Form
This informational document describes Miscarriage Matters Inc. policies and procedures.

Miscarriage Matters Inc. policy and procedure is not to be interpreted as a legal document or employment contract. Volunteering with Miscarriage Matters Inc. is at the sole discretion of Miscarriage Matters Inc. and you may be released with or without notice at any time for any reason, by either party.

Nothing in the policies and procedures of Miscarriage Matters Inc. constitutes an expressed or implied contract or assurance of continued volunteer status or service, or implies that just cause is required for termination.

I have received and read a copy of the Miscarriage Matters Inc. Volunteer Agreement and Policy and Procedures Acknowledgment Form and have a full understanding of its content. *

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Volunteer Letter of Commitment

Thank you for your willingness to serve as a Miscarriage Matters, Inc. Volunteer. We look forward to your help. The dates of agreed commitment are for
6 months after receipt of this letter. Miscarriage Matter, Inc. will provide a letter of participation thanking you for your six months of service upon completion.

By signing this letter of commitment you are agreeing to make Miscarriage Matters a priority above all other volunteer commitments during that time.

Your responsibilities as a Miscarriage Matters, Inc. Volunteer are as follows:
▪ Serve as a Miscarriage Matters Inc. Volunteer.
▪ Follow Miscarriage Matters Inc. procedures for your particular position.
▪ Sign the Miscarriage Matters Inc. Volunteer Waiver and necessary forms. You will not be added to the roster until a signed waiver is received.
▪ Attend mandatory monthly meetings. Failure to attend 1 meeting during a 90 day period (1 out of 3 months) will result in your removal from the Miscarriage Matters volunteer staff roster.
▪ Any other responsibilities as assigned by your immediate Team Lead or any other member of the Miscarriage Matters Leadership team.

Miscarriage Matters responsibilities:
▪ Provide training/orientation for each volunteer.
▪ Inform each volunteer of the Miscarriage Matters Inc. procedures pertaining to their particular position.
▪ Provide notice of monthly meetings in writing to all volunteers at least 5 days prior to meeting.

This volunteer commitment form is separate from the volunteer waiver and release. Please sign below with your electronic signature. Once received, this will become your official commitment period with Miscarriage Matters Inc. By signing this letter, you are expected to comply with all policies and procedures of Miscarriage Matters Inc. If you would like to extend your commitment period with Miscarriage Matters, please contact your Team Lead 10 days prior to the expiration of this agreement. Volunteer Name *

I understand that my electronic signature is legally binding and equivalent to a handwritten signature. *

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