List 3 references that are not related to you by birth or marriage. References that know of your work with youth are preferable. At least one reference should be of a professional nature such as a supervisor, teacher, or another volunteer agency.

I hereby authorize Rite of Passage, The Embracing Project and/or its agents to make an independent investigation of my background, references, character, employment, education, criminal background, motor vehicle records, etc. The purpose of this authorization is to confirm the information contained on my application and/or obtaining other information which may be material to my qualifications for service as a volunteer/intern now, and if applicable, during my tenure of my service at Rite of Passage, The Embracing Project. By signing below, I affirm that all the information that I have provided above is true. I acknowledge and grant permission to The Embracing Project that I may be photographed, video and/ or audio recorded, and that these forms of media may be published and/or broadcasted both locally and nationwide. I waive any and all confidentiality as applied in NRS 62.270, and any other law and ordinance that may apply. I do hereby release, forever discharge and hold harmless The Embracing Project, it’s successors and partner organizations, and assign them from any and all liability, claims and demands of any kind or nature, either in law or equity, which arise or may hereafter arise from my activities as a volunteer with The Embracing Project. I understand that this Release discharges The Embracing Project from any liability or claim that I, as a volunteer, may have against The Embracing Project with respect to any bodily injury, personal injury, illness, death or property damage that may result from my activities as a volunteer with The Embracing Project, whether caused by the negligence of The Embracing Project or its officers, directors, employees, agents, or otherwise. I also understand that The Embracing Project does not assume any responsibility for, or obligation to provide financial assistance or other assistance, including but not limited to medical, health, or disability insurance in the event of an injury or illness, I do hereby release and forever discharge The Embracing Project from any claim whatsoever which arises or may hereafter arise on account of any first aid, treatment, or service rendered in connection with my activates as a volunteer with The Embracing Project. I understand that the activities related to my work as a volunteer, including, but not limited to: loading and unloading of materials and transportation, may be hazardous to myself. I hereby expressly and specifically assume the risk of injury or harm in the activities related to my position as a volunteer and release The Embracing Project from all liability for injury, illness, death, and/or property damage resulting from my participation as a volunteer with The Embracing Project. I further understand that any offer to work with The Embracing Project is subject to the successful completion of training courses, a background investigation, and a drug test. I give my consent to any person, firm, or organization listed herein to furnish The Embracing Project with information concerning my character, past employment, or other information pertinent to my volunteer position with The Embracing Project.