QADOSH

Eparchy’s Policy

Syro-Malabar Eparchy is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and spiritually-focused environment within our church community. To uphold our values and promote the well-being of all individuals, we have implemented a Zero Alcohol/ Drug Policy. This policy unequivocally prohibits the possession, consumption, or distribution of alcohol/ drugs or any substances within any church-related setting or event.

Consequences

As a participant of the Program you must adhere to the Zero Alcohol/ Drug Policy. If there is any breach of this policy, we will terminate your registration, and adequate actions will be taken.

For more information:

Please read Zero Drug and Alcohol Policy

Qadosh: It is a three/four-day residential programme for the teenagers led by the Youth Apostolate of the Syro-Malabar Eparchy of St. Thomas the Apostle, Melbourne. Qadosh is an exclusive (fun, fellowship and faith) programme for teenagers, and it will help the participants encounter Christ so that they can excel in their lives.

As a Guardian of this participant, do hereby grant permission for my child to participate in the ‘Qadosh’ lead by Youth Apostolate for the teenagers.

I understand that all activities will be supervised by volunteers of the Youth Apostolate of Syro-Malabar Eparchy, of the mission and  will take reasonable steps to provide a safe environment for my child and to ensure that all equipment supplied for all activities is of a safe standard.

I acknowledge that the Parish/ Mission & the Youth Apostolate will not be liable for any unexpected injury that may be suffered by my child during the activities. In the case of an emergency, I give consent to Parish/ Mission & Youth Apostolate of Syro-Malabar Eparchy to seek required medical care and assistance.

I also understand that I will be liable for any medical expense incurred due to any emergencies

I agree that Parish/ Mission, Youth Apostolate, its volunteers, staff and leaders, shall not be held liable for any injury, damage or loss of personal property arising from and/or connected with this event.

I understand that by registering my child for this event I give Parish/ Mission & Youth Apostolate permission to take and use images and/or footage of my child at this event for promotional purposes in the future.

I understand that youth apostolate demonstrates due diligence when conducting overnight camps and all efforts will be made to ensure a safe emotional and physical environment for children and young people.

Payment Scheme

Participants can choose to make a one-time full payment or opt for a payment plan. Any payment gateway charges should be paid by the participants.

CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY

Registration Cancellation by Participant:

All cancellations of QADOSH registrations must be made in writing to Youth Apostolate of St. Thomas Eparchy, Melbourne (YA) via email to teens.ya@syromalabar.or.au for processing.

Registration will close 1 week before the QADOSH Program.

Cancellations at any point in time before two weeks from the Qadosh program (which you have selected to participate) will incur a non-refundable registration fee of $100. The remaining amount will be refunded to your account within 30 days of notification.

Cancellations made at any point in time on or after two weeks from the Qadosh program (which you have selected to participate) will incur a penalty of $100 for each registrant, plus a $100 registration fee (total of $200). The remaining amount will be refunded to your account within 30 days of notification.

Cancellations received after the stated deadline/closing date of the registration (one week before the date which you have selected to participate) will not be eligible for a refund.

Refunds will not be available for registrants who choose not to attend an event.

Cancellations will be accepted via email and must be received by the stated cancellation deadline.

All refund requests must be made by the attendee or credit card holder.

Refund requests must include the name of the attendee and/or transaction number.

Refunds will be credited back to the original credit card used for payment.

These above terms and conditions apply to all events organised by the Youth Apostolate, unless otherwise noted in the corresponding event materials. Please read all individual event information thoroughly.


Event Cancellation by Youth Apostolate (YA):

YA reserve the right to cancel an event due to low enrolment or other circumstances which would make the event non-viable.

If YA cancels an event, registrants will be offered a full refund.

Should circumstances arise that result in the postponement of an event, registrants will have the option to either receive a full refund or transfer registration to the same event at the new, future date.

Privacy and Security of Information Provided by Participants:
1. YA take reasonable steps to protect privacy and safety of information provided.
2. We do not store credit card information on our website.
3. We use a third-party payment processor with secure payment technology for all transactions held on our site.
4. We do not, at any time, hold or store any credit card information or personal data on our website.
5. By accepting this, you consent to YA using your data for marketing purposes.

Medical Treatment Consent
I give permission for YA to obtain emergency medical, hospital or ambulance assistance and/or treatment for the delegate at any time they consider necessary. I acknowledge that I will be liable for any medical, hospital or ambulance expense incurred in the treatment, and I agree to pay those expenses. I have informed YA of any allergies or other medical conditions that are relevant to this activity and will make any necessary medication available.

Media Consent
By participating in this program, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
1. Permission to Record: You consent to the recording of your image, voice, and/or likeness by Youth Apostolate/SMYM through photographs, video recordings, audio recordings, and other media formats.
2. Usage Rights: You grant Youth Apostolate/ SMYM the unrestricted, royalty-free, and perpetual right to use, reproduce, publish, and distribute such recordings in any media or format, including but not limited to websites, social media, promotional materials, and publications.
3. Scope of Use: The recordings may be used for various purposes, including but not limited to marketing, educational content, promotional activities, and public relations.
4. Waiver of Claims: You waive any claims to compensation or rights to review or approve the final product in which your image, voice, or likeness may appear.
5. Opt-Out Option: If you do not wish to be recorded or if you have any concerns about the use of your media, please contact us at teens.ya@syromalabar.org.au prior to the event.