RULES.docx

The purpose of this document is to set mutual expectations, detailing the rules of conduct, your rights, and align expectations with program participants. Additionally, it is very important that the document is read and signed by the Garin Tzabar member\'s parents. It is crucial that you, dear pare...

The purpose of this document is to set mutual expectations, detailing the rules of conduct, your rights, and align expectations with program participants. Additionally, it is very important that the document is read and signed by the Garin Tzabar member\'s parents. It is crucial that you, dear parents, confirm at the bottom that you have read, are familiar with, and agree to these rules. **Part One - Program Participation** Rules **-** General Garin Tzabar is a supportive program for lone soldiers. We believe in the power of the Garin to assist in the absorption and integration process in Israel. At the same time, it is important to maintain a respectful and comfortable lifestyle for everyone. In this part, we will detail the basic rules of conduct necessary to maintain comfort for all program participants. 1\. Participation in the program involves a non-refundable participation fee. Accommodation within the program will not be possible without arranging payment in advance. Signing this document constitutes an agreement to the participation costs. If necessary, financial assistance can be sought. 2\. At the beginning of the absorption period, a Garin member will pay a USD 200 security deposit, which will be refunded at the end of the program participation, except in cases of damage to facilities or the building caused by a Garin member, the amount will be deducted from the deposit funds. If the payment for the repair exceeds the deposit amount, the Garin member will need to pay for it out of their own pocket. 3\. All activities of Garin Tzabar may be photographed. Tzofim and/or their representatives will have full rights to use the content in any medium and manner while maintaining the dignity of the Garin member and subject to IDF Spokesperson approval while ensuring the member\'s safety. 4\. Each Garin has a Rakaz (coordinator) who will mentor them and assist with their absorption in Israel and during their military service throughout their participation in the program. It is necessary to inform the Rakaz of any change in your personal/health/emotional status or any unusual event so they can assist and support you along the way. 5\. Kibbutz host family - As part of the absorption process in Israel, the Garin member will be placed with a host family in the host community. We strongly recommend maintaining contact for support and mentorship during the absorption period. 6. The lifestyle in the program involves communal living in Garin Tzabar Raanana/Kibbutz, and therefore, the Garin member is expected to act according to the nature and lifestyle prevalent in the place. Attached to this document is a file with conduct rules in the host community. 7\. The Garin member is required to make proper use of the accommodations and the club, including the associated equipment and living environment in Garin Tzabar Raanana/Kibbutz, and to maintain the furniture and facilities provided to them. The Garin member is required to return all the equipment they received without damages or malfunctions, except for damages caused by wear and tear. 8. The Garin member is required to maintain proper living conditions in terms of cleanliness, order, and consideration for roommates. Program representatives and/or IDF representatives are authorized to enter the accommodations from time to time for routine inspections. It should be clarified that during the service period, a Garin member who does not maintain proper room upkeep may lead to removal from the program and/or notification of military authorities of the manner. The bedroom and the club are not available for rent/lending to a third party. 9\. The Garin member may be required to change rooms and/or exchange roommates during their residency in the Garin, due to various constraints. We ask for cooperation and consideration from the participant. This will be done with prior notice from the Garin Rakaz. 10\. It is forbidden to use or possess any materials or products prohibited by the laws of 11\. Drinking alcohol to the point of drunkenness is absolutely forbidden and may lead to 12\. The possession of a private vehicle is forbidden throughout the absorption period 13\. For the safety of the Garin member: it is forbidden to hitchhike both during the 14\. For the record, we shall define that travel in a vehicle of a Kibbutz member where the 15\. The participant shall not hold any type of pet or animal without written approval from 16\. Safe Space: **Part Two - Disciplinary Incidents Treatment** Case Use of violence of any type Sexual harassment/assault Use of substances of any type Violation of the laws of the State of Israel Excessive and extraordinary use of alcohol Violation of any of the sections in this contract Recommendation of the Garin Rakaz and the accompanying team on incompatibility with the program In cases where the rules as stated in this document are violated by a Garin member, we will proceed as follows: **Part Three - Absorption Period** This is your initial period in Israel. During the months of the absorption period, we will complete Israeli bureaucratic processes and military sorting, travel in Israel, learn Hebrew, get to know Israeli society, the host community, and of course, deepen the connections between Garin members. During the absorption period, the Garin will be accompanied by a Rakaz, a social guide, and Mashakiot Tzabar (Tzabar Soldiers who accompany soldiers during the absorption process). This team will assist the Garin in completing all the tasks towards enlistment in the army and life in Israel. 1\. The absorption period will begin on 2\. The absorption period is an integral part of the Garin Tzabar program. During the absorption period, the Garin member is expected to fully participate in the various activities. In special cases where the Garin member is unable to participate in an activity, they must contact the Garin team in advance for approval. 3\. During the absorption period, the consumption of alcohol is forbidden on weekdays (Sunday to Thursday). Alcohol consumption will be allowed during the weekend, at the end of the activity schedule, and in coordination with the program team. 4\. Parents/family visits in Israel during the absorption period will be possible on 5\. Guest overnight stays in the Garin during the absorption period will be allowed only on open weekends activity-free and only with the approval of the Garin Rakaz and 6\. The Garin member is entitled to a 7-day leave adjacent to the recruitment date (for flights abroad before enlistment, they must return 3 days before the enlistment date to Israel, and this will not be deducted from the total of 7 leave days). If the enlistment date is set for a date after the end of the absorption period, the Garin member is entitled to be on leave during this period. 7\. The Garin member is required to arrange private health insurance for a period of 4 weeks from the start of the program until the arrangement of health insurance in an Israeli health fund. **Part Three - Absorption Period** This is your initial period in Israel. During the months of the absorption period, we will complete Israeli bureaucratic processes and military sorting, travel in Israel, learn Hebrew, get to know Israeli society, the host community, and of course, deepen the connections between Garin members. During the absorption period, the Garin will be accompanied by a Rakaz, a social guide, and Mashakiot Tzabar (Tzabar Soldiers who accompany soldiers during the absorption process). This team will assist the Garin in completing all the tasks towards enlistment in the army and life in Israel. 1\. The absorption period will begin on 2\. The absorption period is an integral part of the Garin Tzabar program. During the absorption period, the Garin member is expected to fully participate in the various activities. In special cases where the Garin member is unable to participate in an activity, they must contact the Garin team in advance for approval. 3\. During the absorption period, the consumption of alcohol is forbidden on weekdays (Sunday to Thursday). Alcohol consumption will be allowed during the weekend, at the end of the activity schedule, and in coordination with the program team. 4\. Parents/family visits in Israel during the absorption period will be possible on 5\. Guest overnight stays in the Garin during the absorption period will be allowed only on open weekends activity-free and only with the approval of the Garin Rakaz and 6\. The Garin member is entitled to a 7-day leave adjacent to the recruitment date (for flights abroad before enlistment, they must return 3 days before the enlistment date to Israel, and this will not be deducted from the total of 7 leave days). If the enlistment date is set for a date after the end of the absorption period, the Garin member is entitled to be on leave during this period. 7\. The Garin member is required to arrange private health insurance for a period of 4 weeks from the start of the program until the arrangement of health insurance in an Israeli health fund. **Part Four** - Military Service and **Contact with Military Authorities** Throughout the absorption period and military service, the program team will accompany the Garin member with military tasks and challenges. Garin Tzabar operates in full cooperation with the Tzabar Section in the IDF, led by the head of Tzabar Section, who is responsible for the placement process of all Garin Tzabar soldiers. After enlistment in various units, the \"Lone Soldiers\' Section\" will be available to the lone soldier and their family regarding the lone soldiers\' rights. The program team will support and assist as needed and as much as possible but it is important to note that decisions related to placements or any military decision are in the hands of the military. 1\. The duration of the service is determined only by IDF criteria. The minimum service duration for Garin members is two years. Any change is per the military discretion. This also applies to assignments or disqualifications for military roles. 2\. It is the responsibility of the Garin member to provide all required medical documents for the progress of the military process and determination of the military profile and role. 3\. The Garin member is intended to enlist on the relevant dates for the position in which they are participating. The option to postpone enlistment will not be possible unless the military role to which the participant is assigned requires a postponement, and this will be in exceptional cases only and with the approval of the program manager and in coordination with the Garin Rakaz. We recommend that the Garin member pay the rent for the period independently, as part of the 12-month commitment to the 4\. In the case of a pre-military course the IDF will not transfer the costs of accommodation and economy during the pre-military course period, and therefore the participant must arrange the payment to Garin Tzabar Raanana/Kibbutz independently for this period, as part of the 12-month commitment to the program. 5. The Garin member will serve in roles at closed bases only. The economic and housing accommodation within the program during the military period include weekends and special holidays only. Any change in service conditions requires updating the Garin Rakaz. 6\. Approval for daily roles will be given in exceptional cases and on the condition that it involves a unique role that cannot be performed at a closed base, and that additional funding is found for accommodation and economy costs during the week. 7\. From time to time, home visits will be conducted by commanders on behalf of the military. We shall ask to update the Garin Rakaz in advance about the arrival of commanders or their representatives. 8\. If possible, the participant may stay in Garin Tzabar Raanana/Kibbutz up to a month after the end of their military service, to provide them time to find a job, alternative housing, etc. During this period, no provisions will be provided for the month. Continued residency in Garin Tzabar Raanana/Kibbutz during this month will only be permitted with prior approval from the Kibbutz and the program, based on available space, conditional on the proper behavior of Garin member, and under all the rules of conduct of the program. **Part Five -** Ending Participation **in** the **[Program ]** 4\. Making visits after leaving are conditional on the approval of the Garin Rakaz. 6\. From the moment of the decision to end participation in the program, both during the absorption period or early discharge from the military, the Garin member may stay in Garin Tzabar Raanana/Kibbutz for up to 5 days of organization, depending on the circumstances and with the approval of the team. 7. **These are the basic services** and **facilities** that **will** be **accessible to** the **participant:** Hebrew training for those who require it (the decision on participation in the Ulpan and/or the division into level groups is exclusively that of the Ministry of Education Shared room for the purpose of housing and sleeping - 2 people per room (during the absorption period there may be 2 - 3 in a room) including: