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Requirements

All volunteers for the MLK Memorial Dedication must meet the following requirements:

  1. 18 years of age or older
  2. Legally able to work in the United States of America
  3. Have a working cell phone
  4. Have filled out a complete volunteer application and signed volunteer agreement

Agreement

As a volunteer for the MLK Memorial Dedication, I understand that compliance with all of the requirements below is mandatory for volunteerism with the Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. and for everyone's safety:

  1. I understand that this position is unpaid and that no local accommodations will be provided.
  2. I understand that the Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. has my permission to use my name and photographs of me to promote the organization.
  3. The references I listed below may be contacted by telephone or email.
  4. I will inform a Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. Staff or the Volunteer Supervisor of any previous injuries that may affect my ability to safely complete volunteer tasks, including lifting, standing for long periods and prolonged exposure to the sun.
  5. I understand that I must carry my own health insurance. I will not hold the Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. responsible for any unforeseen injuries or problems that may occur on the job.
  6. I understand I may not initiate or engage in any media/public event pertaining to the dedication ceremony or related events without the approval of the Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc.. Requests for media engagements will be referred directly to the Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. Staff or Volunteer Supervisor.
  7. I understand that I am expected to report any incident, action or circumstance which I may become aware of that presents a threat, endangerment, or poses a current or future impact on attendees and guests to Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. Staff or Volunteer Supervisor. I understand that it is especially important to inform the Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. Staff or Volunteer Supervisor in the case of a medical emergency, in the case of a pertinent medical update or in the case of an attendee's harmful threat to self or others.
  8. I understand that the terms listed above are not all-inclusive and may be updated as needed.
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Contact Information

Verification of Requirements and Agreement:* By checking this box I certify that I meet all requirements listed above. I have fully read and understand the volunteer agreement and I pledge that all the information I have provided is accurate and truthful.
First Name:*
Last Name:*
Address Line 1:*
City:*
State:*
ZIP/Postal Code:*
Cell Phone:*
Email:*
Emergency Contact:*
Relationship to Contact:*
Emergency Contact Phone #:*
Current Employer:*
Supervisor's Contact #:*
Highest Level of Education:*

Experience and Preferences

Shirt Size:
Previous Volunteer Experience (include organization names):
Have you worked events or meetings before?: yes
no
If yes, please provide area of expertise:
Largest # of attendees at an event you have worked:
Are you capable and willing to work outside during hot weather?: yes
no
Are you capable and willing to stand for long periods (i.e. 10-12 hours)?: yes
no
List other languages you speak, if any:
If certified in First Aid or CPR, please provide date of certification/expiration:
Select any experience with these computer systems/software: Mac Operating System (including iPads and iPhones)
PC Operating System
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power Point
Are you located within the DC Metro area?:* yes
no
Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense?:* yes
no
If yes, please explain:
Please explain why this volunteer opportunity interested you? (limit to 1 paragraph):
How did you hear about this opportunity?:
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Please list requirements for special accommodations here:

The Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. complies with the ADA and requests that all volunteer applicants list requirements for special accommodations. The Washington, DC Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial Project Foundation, Inc. will make all reasonable accommodations in compliance with the law.