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Volunteer Rules, Disclaimers & Code of Ethics

Rules & Disclaimers

  • Please note once you cash in your rewards points they cannot be used toward another onsite reward. YOU ARE ALLOWED ONLY ONE ONSITE REWARD FROM THE SAME CATEGORY AND ONLY ONE POST-CONFERENCE REWARD.
  • All rewards are limited and are awarded based on the first group of individual volunteers who qualify for the reward.
  • Once the designated rewards for a category are reached, no more rewards will be distributed for that reward’s category.
  • All rewards are non-transferable and must be redeemed prior to expiration date. Failure to redeem your reward by the indicated deadline will result in expiration of the reward.
  • NBMBAA® has the sole discretion as to the day of entry to the Career Expo for this reward.
  • Rewards cannot be banked or carried over to another conference year.
  • National Operations Team members and Local Conference Planning Committee members are not eligible to participate in the Volunteer Rewards Program.

PLEASE NOTE: NBMBAA® at its discretion can change the type of reward at anytime without prior notification to the award recipient.

If you decide to lend the NBMBAA® your support by volunteering, we need you to honor your commitment to serve in that capacity.

Code of Ethics

The National Black MBA Association® (NBMBAA®) is a non‐profit organization dedicated to the enhancement and development of educational and economic empowerment for African Americans. Participation in the organization’s programs and events are subject to the observance of the organization’s rules and procedures. The activities outlined below are strictly prohibited. Any volunteer or participant who violates this Code is subject to discipline, up to and including removal from the program or event and/or any future involvement.

The NBMBAA® Code of Ethics covers a wide range of business practices and procedures. It does not cover every circumstance that may arise, but it sets out basic principles to guide all volunteers of the organization. All of our volunteers must ethics themselves according to the guiding principles of the Code of Ethics and seek to avoid even the appearance of improper behavior. The code should be thoroughly reviewed, signed, and followed by all volunteers of the organization.

This code adheres to all local, state and federal laws. If a common practice conflicts with this Code, it is the responsibility to report all violations immediately to the President or Chief Administrative Officer. Volunteers are responsible for understanding the requirements that apply to their job assignments or duty as a representative of the NBMBAA®.

Those who violate the standards in this Code will be subject to progressive disciplinary action, up to and including possible termination of volunteer status. Furthermore, violations of the Code of Ethics may also be violations of the law and may result in civic or criminal penalties.

  • Must carry out all duties and activities in a manner consistent with maintaining the good reputation of the NBMBAA® and its ability to pursue our mission.
  • When dealing with clients, participants, staff members, or volunteers, will hold themselves free of any interest, influence or relationship regarding any professional activity that could impair professional judgment or objectivity.
  • Abusive language towards a staff member, volunteer or another participant is strictly prohibited and may result in the removal from the volunteer team.
  • Possession or use of illegal drugs or the abuse of alcohol as deemed by the standards of intoxication on NBMBAA’s property or events or reporting to the program or event while under the influence of drugs or alcohol may result in immediate removal from the volunteer team.
Bringing onto NBMBAA® property or event site, dangerous or unauthorized materials such as explosives, firearms, weapons or other similar items will result in the immediate removal from the volunteer team and may result in police involvement.
  • Discourtesy or rudeness to a fellow participant, staff member or volunteer may result in the immediate removal from the volunteer team.
  • Verbal, physical or visual harassment of another participant, staff member or volunteer will result in the immediate removal from the volunteer team and may result in police involvement.
  • Actual or threatened violence toward any individual or group will result in the immediate removal from the volunteer team and may result in police involvement.
  • Ethics endangering the life, safety, health or well-being of others will result in the immediate removal from the volunteer team and may result in police involvement.
  • Failure to follow any organization policy or procedure may result in the immediate removal from the volunteer team.
  • Bullying or taking unfair advantage of any participant may result in the immediate removal from the volunteer team.
  • Failing to cooperate with a supervisor or project leader may result in the immediate removal from the volunteer team.
  • Removal or distribution of NBMBAA’s goods and/or property without authorization from NHQ may result in removal from the volunteer team.
  • Must abide by the principles laid out in the Code of Ethics for the organization, and comply by all by-laws, regulations, resolutions, and rules of professional ethics of the organization.
I have read and I understand the NBMBAA’s Code of Ethics. I agree to abide by the code of ethics described above and understand that I may be removed as a volunteer or participant if I violate any of these rules.
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Annual membership contract, paid in monthly installments with automatic renewal Service begins as soon as your initial payment is processed. You will be charged 1/12 of the annual membership fee at the time of purchase, every month for the duration of your annual contract. Your membership contract will renew automatically, on your annual renewal date, until you cancel your membership in writing no later than 30 days prior to your annual renewal by contacting membership support. Renewal rates are subject to change, but you will be notified at least 30 days prior to your annual renewal date if your renewal rate will change. Should you cancel before your one-year term has expired, you will be charged 100% of your remaining contract obligation and your service will continue until the end of until the end of your contracted term. Cancellations can be made any time by contacting membership support in writing. Annual prepaid membership contract, with automatic renewal Service begins as soon as your payment is processed. You will be charged, immediately in full, the annual membership fee at the time of purchase. Your contract will renew automatically, on your annual renewal date, unless you cancel your membership in writing by no later than 30 days prior to your annual renewal date by contacting membership support. Renewal rates are subject to change, but you will be notified at least 30 days prior to your annual renewal date if your renewal rate will change. Should you cancel before your one-year term has expired, your payment is non-refundable, and your service will continue until the end of your contracted term. Cancellations can be made any time by contacting membership support in writing. Activation of Membership Memberships will become active upon processing of all materials at National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA) headquarters. Existing Lifetime and Associate Lifetime Members The Lifetime or Associate Lifetime membership is no longer offered. Existing Lifetime or Associate Lifetime members who have paid in full are active for the duration of his or her lifetime, from their membership activation (see activation of membership). Lifetime or Associate Lifetime members are no longer eligible for any other membership type. Student Members Student memberships are active for 12 consecutive months, beginning at activation (see activation of membership). You will be considered a student member as long as you are actively enrolled in a recognized undergraduate or graduate degree program. Your membership should be upgraded to a Professional or Associate membership upon the expiration of your current membership, subsequent to graduation. You are required to submit proof of your current enrollment. The following items will be accepted as proof of current enrollment: • Letter from the registrar acknowledging your current enrollment status • Copy of your tuition bill • Class schedule reflecting your current enrollment. Should you fail to submit proof of current enrollment within 60 days, your membership may be terminated, and your payment will not be refunded. You will then need to reapply for membership. Refund Policy The NBMBAA will only provide refunds for the following reasons: • Verified duplication of billing • Verified overcharges • Submission of incorrect member type resulting in one of the above Refunds will be provided as follows: • Credit card payments will be credited to that same credit card. • Cash and check payments will be credited by NBMBAA check after 30 days, and only after initial payment has cleared our financial institution. * Refunds will be issued only upon request of the individual. The NBMBAA will vigorously defend itself against credit card charge backs. In the event that your credit card company requests a credit for charges, we will comply only to the extent that the request meets the requirements of the refund policy. (See above). Recurring Payments If you choose a recurring payments option to automatically renew your membership, you are responsible for canceling it prior to annual recurrence to avoid charges. Once charged, your membership will not be refunded. Notice of Photography and/or Videography As a condition of membership, individuals grant the National Black MBA Association an irrevocable nonexclusive license to use their name, image, voice and likeness for the purpose of advertising and promoting NBMBAA events, activities and products without any further approval from you or payment to you. It is the NBMBAA’s right to make visual and audio recordings, and still images of its members (collectively “Photography”) and to use the Photography and member’s name. However, none of the above shall be deemed as an endorsement for any NBMBAA product or service. Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, members agree that the rights granted hereunder shall include the perpetual, worldwide right of NBMBAA to edit, telecast, rerun, record, publish, reproduce, use, license, print, distribute or otherwise exploit, in any manner and in any medium or forum, whether now known or hereafter devised. Terms and Conditions are subject to change without prior notification. Revised: April 5, 2017. NBMBAA®

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