As a participant, I agree to abide by the following:
STANDARDS: Expedition participants are ambassadors of the United States and ECH and individual behavior should be of the highest caliber, so as to not jeopardize the good name of the group and Eagle-Condor. All participants are required to maintain ideals and standards in harmony with Christian ideals. High standards of honor, integrity, and morality (including sexual morality); graciousness in personal behavior; application of Christian ideals in everyday living; and abstinence from illegal drugs, alcohol, and tobacco are mandatory. ECH expeditions do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, gender, color, or ethnic or national origin, but all participants must maintain the ideals and standards of ECH during the entire expedition.
PRINCIPLES: While engaged as a participant in this expedition, I will observe high principles of honor, integrity, and morality, including honesty, graciousness, and consideration of others.
LAWS & POLICIES: I agree to obey and sustain the laws of the United States of America and of the host country. I agree to follow the policies of ECH as outlined in my expedition manual or explained to me by ECH leaders. When in doubt, I will err on the side of caution; and if I am unsure whether an action or activity is appropriate, I will counsel with my/our expedition leader or in-country region manager in order to avoid acting inappropriately. If I am a minor accompanying my parent or guardian, I will also respect and obey my parent or guardian.
PROPERTY: I will respect the property of others. This includes refraining from taking things that are not mine or that I do not have permission to use. If I am permitted to use the property of others, I will treat that property with appropriate care, avoiding misuse and damage, and I will return the property in a timely manner.
DRUGS, ALCOHOL & SMOKING: I do not use drugs. I will not become involved in drug abuse. This includes the possession, use or distribution of any narcotic or dangerous drug (as defined by applicable law), except as prescribed by a licensed medical practitioner. I also agree not to consume alcohol or any other intoxicating substance while on an expedition, internship, fellowship or assignment with ECH. I understand that smoking in ECH offices is not permitted, nor is it appropriate in project areas. If I must smoke, I will be discreet, away from others, and within applicable law and policies.
AMBASSADOR: I acknowledge that my actions will have an impact on ECH and its mission in eyes of citizens and public officials of the host country, even after the ECH program has concluded and I am on personal time away from ECH project areas. Accordingly, I will continue to use good judgment in my actions, abide by applicable laws, and limit consumption of alcohol so that I may maintain my mental awareness.
AGENDAS, TOLERANCE: As a humanitarian, I understand that an important part of my role is to build trust, good will and to strengthen relationships. Thus, I will not proselytize other agendas, including religious or political causes, because I recognize that this may actually undermine trust and future progress. Should I be asked about my religion or politics, I will use good judgment in the way I share beliefs or principles, and I will allow others the same privilege. I will be tolerant of different backgrounds, cultures and traditions both in the expedition group and in the communities where I serve, and I will choose not to be offended when others practice their beliefs.
RESPECT: I will respect the rights of others. I will not engage in abusive behavior, whether physically or verbally. I will not engage in conduct that might threaten or endanger the health or safety of others. I will refrain from disorderly, lewd, indecent, or obscene conduct. I will not obstruct or disrupt the privacy of others; the performance of duties by ECH personnel, or the disciplinary, administrative, or other functions of ECH.
CODE VIOLATION: I understand that violation of any part of this code of honor may be grounds for expulsion from the program, in which case, if I am in-country, I will return home early at my own expense.