Global Exchange 2025
About the application
Global Exchange lets people discover the world through culture and inclusivity! They will be immersed in global traditions with interactive demonstrations and insightful short talks that celebrate our shared human experience. Curated by Dr. Earl Mowatt, Global Exchange is a dynamic space where audiences can get up close and personal with global cultural traditions, all shared through friendly demonstrations emphasizing inclusivity.
We invite you to give a short talk about your history, culture, or anything you think everyone should know to understand our diverse world better. Or maybe you'd like to share a skill or teach a craft from your culture! It’s entirely up to you. We want you to enjoy sharing your part of the world with us. If you're interested in presenting, please apply soon, as our presenter schedule is limited.
📅 Saturday, November 29: Presentations from 11 AM – 5 PM
📅 Sunday, November 30: Presentations from 1 PM – 5 PM
About the event
Terms & Conditions
LIABILITY AND PHOTO RELEASE
I (or my child/ren) am voluntarily participating in the program, class, or event listed above. In consideration of this opportunity, I voluntarily waive, release, indemnify, and hold harmless Orange County and FusionFest, Inc., along with their officers and employees, from any and all liabilities, claims, damages, injuries, losses, and expenses—including reasonable attorney’s fees and costs—arising from or in connection with participation in this program, class, or event. This includes, but is not limited to, personal injury, death, or property damage.
If this registration is for my minor child/ren, I hereby consent to emergency treatment and transportation for any medical condition that may arise during or as a result of participation. I understand that I am responsible for all associated costs.
Furthermore, I grant permission to Orange County and FusionFest, Inc. to use any photographs taken by their officers, employees, or agents of myself or my child/ren during participation. These photographs shall be the property of Orange County or FusionFest, Inc., and I understand that I am not entitled to any compensation for their use.
I agree to comply with all County, State, and Federal ordinances, rules, and regulations. I acknowledge that Orange County and FusionFest, Inc. reserve the right to change fees and requirements as necessary. This release shall remain in effect until canceled in writing.
Notice to the Minor Child’s Natural Guardian:
Please read this form carefully. By signing, you acknowledge that, even if Orange County or FusionFest, Inc. exercises reasonable care in providing this activity, there are inherent risks that cannot be avoided. As a result, your child may be seriously injured or even killed by participating.
By signing this form, you are waiving both your own and your child’s right to seek legal recovery from Orange County or FusionFest, Inc. for any personal injury, including death, or property damage resulting from the natural risks of this activity.
You have the right to refuse to sign this form. However, Orange County and FusionFest, Inc. also have the right to deny participation if this form is not signed.
Questions on the application
Business information
- Business name
- Legal business name
- Contact name
- Address
- Phone
- Website (Optional)
- Logo (Optional)
Additional information
- What is the title of your presentation?
- Please provide a brief description of your presentation in 3 sentences or less.
- How long is your presentation?
- What will you use in your presentation?
- Mark your availability.
- I understand that I need to submit any supporting materials by the deadline of XYZ.
- I understand that failure to do so will result in disqualification from participation, with no exceptions.
- I understand that this is a volunteer engagement.
