By registering as a volunteer for the Juneteenth Augusta Festival, the individual (“Volunteer”) agrees to comply with the following Terms & Conditions, as well as all festival policies, procedures, and instructions provided by Band of Brothers Augusta, Inc. and the Juneteenth Augusta Festival Committee (“Event Organizers”).
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1. Volunteer Role & Assignment
• Volunteer roles, shifts, and assignments are determined by the Event Organizers based on event needs.
• Assignments may change at any time to support festival operations.
• Volunteers must perform assigned duties responsibly and to the best of their ability.
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2. Eligibility & Participation
• Volunteers must meet minimum age requirements as specified by the Event Organizers.
• Certain roles may require additional training, credentials, or background checks.
• Participation is voluntary and unpaid unless otherwise stated.
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3. Check-In & Attendance
• Volunteers must check in at the designated volunteer check-in location prior to the start of their shift.
• Volunteers are expected to arrive on time and remain for the duration of their assigned shift.
• Failure to report for a scheduled shift without notice may result in removal from the volunteer program.
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4. Conduct & Professionalism
• Volunteers must conduct themselves in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner at all times.
• Harassment, discrimination, disruptive behavior, or unsafe conduct will not be tolerated.
• Volunteers must follow all directions from festival staff, security personnel, and event leadership.
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5. Health & Safety
• Volunteers must comply with all health and safety guidelines, emergency procedures, and site rules.
• Any injury, illness, or unsafe condition must be reported immediately to festival staff.
• Volunteers may not engage in activities beyond the scope of their assigned role.
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6. Dress Code & Identification
• Volunteers must wear designated volunteer credentials, badges, or apparel while on duty.
• Closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are required unless otherwise specified.
• Volunteers may be denied participation if dress or appearance is deemed unsafe or inappropriate.
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7. Use of Equipment & Property
• Volunteers may only use festival equipment or access restricted areas if authorized.
• Volunteers are not permitted to operate vehicles, heavy equipment, or machinery unless approved and trained.
• Volunteers are responsible for the proper care of any equipment assigned to them.
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8. Photography & Media Release
• By participating, Volunteers grant permission for their image, likeness, or voice to be photographed, recorded, and used for promotional, marketing, or documentation purposes without compensation.
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9. Liability & Assumption of Risk
• Volunteers acknowledge that participation involves inherent risks associated with large public events.
• Volunteers assume all risks related to their participation and agree to hold harmless Band of Brothers Augusta, Inc., the Juneteenth Augusta Festival Committee, the venue, and affiliated partners from any claims arising from their volunteer service, except where prohibited by law.
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10. Removal & Dismissal
• The Event Organizers reserve the right to remove any Volunteer who fails to comply with these Terms & Conditions, engages in unsafe or inappropriate behavior, or is unable to perform assigned duties.
• Removal may occur without notice and without eligibility for volunteer benefits.
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11. Event Changes & Cancellation
• Volunteer schedules and roles are subject to change.
• In the event of cancellation, postponement, or interruption due to circumstances beyond the control of the Event Organizers, Volunteers will not be entitled to compensation or reimbursement.
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Volunteer Acknowledgment
By registering, the Volunteer acknowledges that they have read, understand, and agree to these Volunteer Terms & Conditions and all applicable festival policies.
