Mission Experience 2024 Youth Application

Reasons for applying:
Number from 1-9 the reasons you are applying (1 being the most important). Place one number in each box.  

List two committed Christians, other than family members, that we can contact for references:

IMPORTANT: Applicant must notify the YD staff if they have knowingly been exposed to any communicable illness during the three weeks prior to the trip. 

If parent/guardian cannot be reached, we should contact:

Please list at least three airports starting with one that is closest or most preferred. We will contact you if none of the listed airports are viable options. 

Please note: All travel arrangements to the Philippines must be made by YD and/or their designated agents.

Participant Agreement

I have filled out this applicaton personally, and attest that everything I have recorded is correct. I have carefully read the codes, objectives, and policies as outlined in the application information. I agree to abide by all codes and policies, and to cooperate fully with the staff and uphold the Mission Experience objectives. I understand that if I fail to comply, I may be returned home at my own expense, without refund of fees. I also give permission for Young Disciple Ministries to use photographs and/or videos taken of me during the Mission Experience for promotional and/or illustrative purposes. 

I will not hold Young Disciple Ministries, agents, staff, volunteers or assistants responsible for any act, omission, or event transpiring during this program, nor for the willful or negligent acts and/or omissions of any suppliers, air carriers, or their respective employees, agents, or representatives. By applying to the Young Disciple Mission Experience, I agree that Young Disciple Ministries, agents, staff, volunteers, and assistants shall not be liable for any accident, injury, property damage, or personal loss to any Mission Experience participant in connection with accomodations, transportation, or other travel services or resulting directly or indirectly from any occurrences or conditions beyond its control, including, but not limited to, acts of terrorism, defects in vehicles, breakdown in equipment, strikes, theft, delay, medical regulations, customs regulations, or cancellation of or changes in itinerary or schedules. I recognize that all travel documents, as well as compliance with customs regulations and visa requirements are my responsibility. 

Parent Agreement (for minors only)

As parent or legal guardian of the applicant, I am in favor of the applicant participating in the Mission Experience. I hereby release Young Disciple Ministries and its staff and representatives from liability in case of accident or illness, and I understand I am responsible for any charges incurred in treatment of my child's illness. I hereby give permission to the medical personnel selected by Mission Experience staff to administer natural remedies as deemed appropriate and/or to hospitalize and administer anesthesia and medications as required, or perform surgery on my child. I also give permission for Young Disciple Ministries to use pictures taken of my child during the Mission Experience for promotional and/or illustrative purposes.