CONDUCT AND DRESS CODE

“We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path so that

our ministry will not be discredited.”

2 Corinthians 6:3

It needs to be understood that, since mission team members are highly visible in the communities, a member’s actions can either help or harm the Lord’s work in Nicaragua. There are community and church norms, as well as safety measures, that must be observed at all times while in Nicaragua. Please consider whether you are willing to be in total compliance before you sign this document.

CONDUCT

· No use of tobacco, profanity, alcohol, or other drugs, at any time while in Nicaragua or in transit.

SAFETY

· Leave expensive jewelry and electronic items at home.

· Stay inside the guesthouse after sunset, unless with the group for an activity.

· Never go anywhere alone or without the permission of the leader.

DRESS

· Skirts & dresses must come at least to the top of the knee---longer is preferred.

· Shorts (male and female) must have at least a 7-inch inseam, as measured along the inside leg seam, from the crotch seam to the bottom of the hem---longer is preferred.

· Bras are a requirement for women at all times, and the bra, or its straps, may not be showing outside the clothing.

· No underwear may be showing at any time (male or female).

· No see-through clothing.

· No low necklines on women.

· No facial piercings/earrings.

· No belly buttons (or midriffs) showing at any time---no cropped shirts or blouses, halter-tops, or low-riding pants/skirts.

· No abnormal/punk hairstyles or colors.

· Swimsuits for females must be modest and one piece.

· Swimsuits for males must be modest and boxer style.

· Modesty of dress in a requirement of being a part of this mission team.

· Parents & adults taking responsibility for a teen are expected to supervise the packing, attire, and conduct of their teen at all times.

I have read the rules as listed above, and agree to follow these rules, and any others, as directed by leadership. I understand that the penalty for not following these codes may include any, or all, of the following:

· Immediate expulsion from housing and participation in ministry.

· If a minor, my parents will be contacted, and I will be put on the next flight home, at my parents’ expense.

· Refusal to allow individual, group, and/or leader to participate in future mission trips.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY:

I agree not to hold any person, group, church, or organization, including the NiCE Foundation, its board of directors, and the leadership team, liable for any injury, damage, or loss connected with this mission trip.

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Signature of applicant If under 18, signature of parent/guardian Date