Volunteer Application Form

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Gaia Sagrada Community!

We are looking for people who are interested in gardening specifically (experience not necessary) as gardening will be the focus, but others feel free to apply as well! We are also looking for cooks, kitchen help, yoga teachers, and others who are happy to contribute in any way they can. All that is needed is a true willingness and helpful spirit!

Volunteer Application - Gaia Community

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Name*

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Address Line 1*

Address Line 2

City*

State/Province*

Zip Code*

Country*

Phone Number(s)*

Website or Social Media (optional)

Email 1*

Please make sure your email is correct or we can't respond to you!

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Email 2

Feel free to give us a 2nd one in the next field just in case we can't reach you at the first one.

How did you hear about us?*

Age*

Birthdate*

Please upload a photo of you*

Accepted file types: jpg, jpeg, png, gif.

Approximately what dates you want to come (2 months minimum)*

How many months/years would you like to volunteer at Gaia Sagrada?*

Housing Choice 1*

Tell us what housing and price you are interested in (no money is being asked at this time, this is only an application)

Dormitory (male/female separate) - $775 mo

Shared Room, Shared Bath - $875 mo

Shared Room, Private Bath - $975 mo

Private Room, Shared Bath - $1075 mo

Private Room, Private Half Bath - $1175 mo

Private Room, Private Full Bath - $1275 mo

1 Bedroom Apt, Private Half Bath (Couples Only) - $975 mo each ($1950 total)

Studio Apt, Private Half Bath (Singles Only) - $1475 mo

Housing Choice 2*

Tell us what housing and price you are interested in (no money is being asked at this time, this is only an application)

Dormitory (male/female separate) - $775 mo

Shared Room, Shared Bath - $875 mo

Shared Room, Private Bath - $975 mo

Private Room, Shared Bath - $1075 mo

Private Room, Private Half Bath - $1175 mo

Private Room, Private Full Bath - $1275 mo

1 Bedroom Apt, Private Half Bath (Couples Only) - $975 mo each ($1950 total)

Studio Apt, Private Half Bath (Singles Only) - $1475 mo

Tell us about your diet*

Vegetarian

Vegan

Meat eater, I understand I can have canned meat or cold meats in the fridge and that I cannot cook meat at Gaia Sagrada

Any food allergies or special dietary needs?*

Let us know if you eat gluten free, or have allergies to specific foods.

Have you ever volunteered at a retreat center, organization, or community before? If so, describe your experience.*

What attracted you to volunteer atfor Gaia Sagrada Community? What do you hope to gain? Why would you like to volunteer here*

Please describe your financial situation. Do you work online? If so how many hours per day? What type of work? Do you have a savings or some other kind of income not related to work?*

Internet in the community center area only, not the rooms, so your work would need to be quiet and not a lot of talking online, like doing counseling sessions and such. That sort of work would have to be done in your room, but it wouldn't be fair if you have a roommate. Cell phone internet is not dependable, but international satellite internet might work better. Check with your phone carrier if it works here in Ecuador. There would be nowhere in the community center you could do session type work as there are no private spaces in the community center.

Are you vaccinated against Covid 19 or plan to be?*

How do you feel about vaccination?*

Gaia Sagrada will offer retreats for as long as possible, which will include vaccinated and unvaccinated people mixed. Please let us know if you are ok with this and will take precautions/supplements if you feel they are needed. During times when there are no retreats, only unvaccinated will be here.

Have you ever or do you now use alcohol or drugs like marijuana, cocaine, methaphetamines, heroin or other drugs in an addictive or social fashion? Please explain your feelings about this.*

Have you ever been around shamanic medicine ceremonies before? If so, where and please describe your experience.*

Are you interested in shamanic medicine ceremonies at Gaia Sagrada? If so, what do you hope to experience?*

What talents, skills, hobbies and interests do you have and would like to use at the Gaia Sagrada Community?*

Let us know what you excel at and what you like to do. Do you teach yoga? Vegetarian cooking? Workshops? Permaculture or gardening? Music? Massage? Teaching? Tell us what your skills are!

Do you like gardening?*

There may come a time when we have to grow all our own food, so lots of us may need to participate in the gardening endeavors.

Yes, I like gardening

No, I hate gardening

I will do it if needed, but prefer other positions

I would love to lead gardening teams, it's my joy!

Other

Do you have experience with gardening? If so, tell us! We are looking for some gardeners!*

Do you have any medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart, respiratory, or any other physical issues?*

If you use medications for these conditions, make sure you bring plenty of your medications. Bring your prescription as well so you can have them filled in Ecuador.

Do you have any psychological conditions like depression, anxiety, bi-polar, schizophrenia, psychosis... and how do you manage them? Do you take any medications for any of these conditions?*

We all have some issues, that's not a problem, but let us know how you manage them.

How physically fit are you? Injuries? Tell us about your physical condition.*

Keep in mind that the grounds are uneven in some places. It would be impossible to get around in a wheelchair. You will need to be able to walk up hills on uneven ground to get around.

What are your spiritual and religious interests and leanings? Are you at ease with people who have other spiritual paths? Are you at ease with the fact that Gaia Sagrada conducts shamanic Ayahuasca and San Pedro medicine ceremonies?*

We are accepting of all spiritual paths, and our community members must be able to live in peace with people in different religions.

Emergency Contact 1*

We promise we will not contact your emergency contact if there is no emergency, and they will not be put on an email list. Privacy is respected.

First Last

Relationship to you*

Mother, father, sister, brother, friend, etc

Address Line 1*

Address Line 2

City*

State/Province*

Zip Code*

Country*

Phone Number(s)*

Email*

Emergency Contact 2*

We promise we will not contact your emergency contact if there is no emergency, and they will not be put on an email list. Privacy is respected.

First Last

Relationship to you*

Mother, father, sister, brother, friend, etc

Address Line 1*

Address Line 2

City*

State/Province*

Zip Code*

Country*

Phone Number(s)*

Email*

MEDICAL AGREEMENT*

I understand that Gaia Sagrada cannot provide me with medical attention nor does Gaia Sagrada have a doctor or nurse on site. I understand that the hospital is approximately an hour away. I am alerting Gaia Sagrada in the "special dietary or medical needs" section if I have health conditions which staff needs to know about for my safety. By submitting my application for community living, or any other type of stay at Gaia Sagrada, I understand that my health and well-being is my responsibility and not that of Gaia Sagrada, staff, or associates thereof. I am bringing medicines I need with me, I have consulted with my doctor if I feel the need, and I have enough money to take care of my own health needs. If I have signed up for the shamanic retreat, or choose to when I am there, I take full responsibility for my experiences or reactions to the Sacred Ceremonies. I choose to participate in Sacred Ceremonies, or simply stay at Gaia Sagrada without being a participant in the retreats, of my own free will. If participating in the shamanic ceremonies, I know that I will be partaking in plant medicine teas. Whatever type of stay at Gaia Sagrada I choose, I promise to be careful, follow directions, and ask for help if I should need assistance in any way whatsoever.

Yes

COVID 19 RISK*

I, of sound mind, understand that there is an ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic and that traveling to Gaia Sagrada and to Ecuador, for a retreat or a monthly stay, is not risk free. I take total responsibility for my own health and any medical expenses that may arise due to my decision to travel. I agree that if I were to fall ill during my time at Gaia Sagrada with any cold or flu-like symptoms, I will immediately enter into isolation. Refusal to isolate will result in my immediate dismissal from Gaia Sagrada. I agree that if I were to become sick with COVID-19, or any other virus, I will not hold Gaia Sagrada responsible. I acknowledge that social distancing and facemasks, etc are not practiced at Gaia Sagrada and that Gaia Sagrada cannot guarantee a virus free zone. I agree to take full responsibility for my decision to attend a retreat or monthly stay at Gaia Sagrada. I also agree to practice safety when visiting town, wear a mask in public places as required by Ecuador and not go against Ecuador's requirements for public practices with social distancing and masks when I am not on the Gaia Sagrada grounds. I agree to obey Ecuador's laws when in public places outside of Gaia Sagrada since I am a guest in Ecuador. I understand Ecuador is not the place to rebel against pandemic rules so as not to attract attention to Gaia Sagrada.

Yes

LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY & REFUND AGREEMENT*

By submitting this reservation, I do not hold Gaia Sagrada, University of Metaphysical Sciences, Wisdom of the Heart Church, nor any employee thereof responsible for my belongings, health issues, or any other unforeseen circumstances. I have read and agree to the cancellation/refund policies. https://gaia3.nfshost.com/refund-policies-gaia-sagrada-community-new-earth/

Yes

Don't foret to hit SUBMIT below! Anything else you would like to share with us? Closing statements?

Thank you for your application to be part of the Gaia Sagrada Community! We look forward to connecting with you! Feel free to share anything else you would like to share that we haven't asked about!

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