Responsibility

• You must be 18yrs old or above, to participate in the programs.
• Travel insurance and medical coverage is not included in the program cost. These are the responsibility of the volunteer and all volunteers should ensure that they have adequate insurance for the duration of their program.
• It is the volunteer’s responsibility to ensure that they are in good health, and are fit to travel and undertake the duties expected of them in their program.
• Links to Africa is not responsible for loss of property, personal injury, illness, accident, delay or expense sustained by the volunteer while participating in our programs.
• Links to Africa and its agents are not responsible for any financial obligations or liabilities the participant may incur including damages to property, or injury to others while participating on this program.
• Links to Africa is not responsible for the cost of extra activities (sightseeing, language class etc) incurred during the course of your program.
  Daily transportation costs are the volunteers’ responsibility, although we try to confirm accommodations within walking distance to work site or bus transportation.

Code of Conduct

• Volunteers agree to follow the laws of the host country, the policies of the community in which they volunteer, and the rules of their host family. Failure to do so will result in the termination of your program and forfeiture of all program fees.
• Links to Africa reserves the right to revoke application acceptance should we believe that the participant constitutes a threat to the well-being and security of other volunteers, our staff or the members and clients of the projects that we work with in Kenya.
  
• Acknowledge that possession of illegal substances is a grave violation of Links to Africa policy, and if discovered will result in the immediate cancellation of your program.  Participants are cautioned that the possession of drugs is often dealt with severe punishment by host country law enforcement.

Payment

• Prices on the website are subject to change without warning. Once the application is accepted, the program fee cost is guaranteed and will not change so long as the proposed start date is within six months of the date of application.
• Payment is made immediately on arrival in Kenya. Payment must be made in full and payment in installments is not accepted.
• All fees are payable in Kenya Shillings. Fees are quoted in US Dollars for ease of understanding. Once a volunteer’s application has been accepted, the fees will be converted into Kenya shillings using the prevailing rate of exchange as given by Links to Africa. This amount will then be communicated to the volunteers.
• Volunteers agree that no part of the program fee is refundable once the program has commenced. This means that no refunds are issued should volunteers spend less time on their program because of illness or personal travel or any other reason.

General Rules to adhere to

• Follow the rules, advice and policies set by the local Project Coordinator.
• Travel with an open mind; be respectful to the culture and customs of the country you are volunteering in. This means practicing patience and understanding even when you do not agree with certain issues.  
• Understand that alcohol consumption is not permitted in the accommodation, at the project site or at the Links to Africa offices. Responsible consumption is allowed, gross misbehavior will result in the termination of your program.  
• Treat all people with respect and dignity, especially the elders of the community.
• Dress properly with regard to the local culture, as well as weather conditions. Realize what is socially acceptable in western countries, can be considered offensive in others.
• Avoid all political demonstrations and activities. Remember you are guests in the host country and subject to local laws and punishment.
• Acknowledge the program and accommodations provided are customized for you and not changeable in country without approval and consent of Links to Africa.
• Advise the host family and Project Coordinators of weekend travel plans.
• Respect the policies of the community and the rules of the host family in which you are staying.
• Ask permission before inviting guests to the home-stay.  
• Be aware that overnight guests are not allowed.
• Respect the accommodation, and pay for any damage you may cause.
• Keep your room clean and neat. Offer to help with chores around the home.
• Not smoke or use alcohol in your accommodation.

Termination of Program

• Links to Africa reserves the right to terminate the program of any volunteer who is in violation of these Terms and Conditions; who is found to have supplied false information during their application; who refuses to fulfill their obligations in the program; or whose behaviour or actions are considered to be gross misconduct by Links to Africa. If a program is terminated, the volunteer is no longer under the care of Links to Africa and is responsible for their own passage back home. Links to Africa will not be liable to offer assistance, financial or otherwise.
• Volunteers who choose to terminate their program for whatever reason, at any point during their volunteer work, will no longer be under the care of Links to Africa and are responsible for their own passage back home. No refunds will be given and Links to Africa will not be liable to offer assistance, financial or otherwise.

Release and Acceptance of Risk

• By agreeing to participate in any of our programs, volunteers agree that they have read and accepted our Terms and Conditions and further indemnify Links to Africa from and against all loss, damage and liability which may be suffered or incurred as a result of his/her act, neglect or default while participating in any of the programs.