SayPro Required Documents: Consent Form for Participants Under 18
As part of its commitment to ethical participation and legal compliance, SayPro requires a signed Consent Form for any participant under the age of 18 at the time of registration. This document ensures that a parent or legal guardian grants permission for the minor to take part in SayPro programs, activities, or competitions.
1. Purpose of the Consent Form
The Consent Form is intended to:
- Obtain parental or legal guardian approval for minors to participate.
- Acknowledge understanding of the programโs scope, responsibilities, and requirements.
- Ensure compliance with international youth protection laws and organizational policies regarding minor participation.
- Protect both the participant and SayPro from any legal or ethical concerns.
2. Who Must Submit
- Required for all individual applicants under the age of 18.
- Required for any group entries that include members under 18.
- A separate Consent Form must be completed for each minor participant.
- The form must be signed by a parent or legal guardian of the minor.
3. Where to Find the Form
- The Consent Form is available for download on the official SayPro website or registration portal.
- It is typically located in the โDownloadsโ or โRegistration Documentsโ section.
- The form is provided in PDF format for easy access and printing.
4. What the Form Includes
The Consent Form generally contains:
- Full name and date of birth of the minor
- Full name and contact information of the parent/guardian
- Description of the SayPro program or competition
- Permissions granted (e.g., participation, public display of work, media usage)
- Acknowledgement of terms and conditions
- Signature and date fields for both the guardian and the minor (if appropriate)
5. Submission Guidelines
- Format: Scanned PDF or clear photograph of the signed form
- Naming Convention:
Example: SayPro_ConsentForm_JaneDoe.pdf
- Must be submitted as part of the complete Submission Package or uploaded directly through the online registration platform.
- Incomplete or missing consent documentation for minors will result in ineligibility until resolved.
6. Privacy and Legal Assurance
- SayPro ensures that all personal and sensitive information provided in Consent Forms is securely stored, kept confidential, and used only for internal verification and administrative purposes.
- The organization complies with international child protection and data privacy laws, and never shares minor participants’ personal data without consent.
7. Tips for Completion
- Print or digitally fill in all required fields before signing.
- Use legible handwriting if filling out by hand.
- Double-check that all signatures and dates are completed.
- Retain a personal copy of the signed form for your records.
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