Photo, Video and Audio Consent

Photographs, video and audio help us share the life and ministry of Grace Communion International Ltd (GCI Australia). We are committed to using them respectfully and safely, and only with permission.

Please use this form to tell us whether we may photograph, film or record you or your child, and how those recordings may be used. It takes about three minutes. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us.

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Who are you giving consent for?(Required)

Myself (18 or over)

My child (under 18)

Choose "My child" if you are a parent or legal guardian giving consent for someone under 18.

Photo, Video and Audio Media Consent

Grace Communion International Ltd (Australia)

I grant permission to Grace Communion International Ltd (GCI Australia) to photograph, film, and/or record audio of me and to use these recordings for ministry, communication, educational, promotional, and administrative purposes, within the options I select below.

I understand that photographs, video recordings, and audio recordings may be used in printed publications, newsletters, annual reports, websites, social media platforms, presentations, promotional materials, news articles, grant applications, and other communications produced by or on behalf of GCI Australia.

I consent to the use of my image, likeness, voice, and recordings without compensation and acknowledge that GCI Australia may edit, reproduce, publish, distribute, and communicate these materials in any format, including electronic and online media.

I understand that GCI Australia will take reasonable care in the use of these materials and will not knowingly use them in a manner that is misleading, defamatory, or otherwise inappropriate.

I acknowledge that once images, video, or audio recordings are published online or distributed publicly, GCI Australia may not be able to control their further use by third parties.

I understand that I may withdraw my consent at any time by providing written notice to GCI Australia. I acknowledge that withdrawal of consent will apply to future uses only and may not be practical for materials that have already been published or distributed.

I understand that personal information collected on this form will be handled in accordance with GCI Australia's Privacy Policy.

I confirm that I am 18 years of age or older and that I have read and understood this Media Consent before agreeing to it.

If you have any questions, or wish to change or withdraw your consent, please contact GCI Australia at webmaster@gci.org.au.

Photo, Video and Audio Media Consent – Children and Young People (Under 18)

Grace Communion International Ltd (Australia)

I am the parent or legal guardian of the child or young person named on this form, and I have the legal authority to give this consent on their behalf.

I grant permission to Grace Communion International Ltd (GCI Australia) to photograph, film, and/or record audio of my child and to use these recordings for ministry, communication, educational, promotional, and administrative purposes, within the options I select below.

I understand that GCI Australia will not publish my child's full name, home address, school, contact details, or other information that could be used to locate them alongside their image or recording.

I consent to the use of my child's image, likeness, voice, and recordings without compensation and acknowledge that GCI Australia may edit, reproduce, publish, distribute, and communicate these materials in any format, including electronic and online media, within the options I have selected.

I understand that GCI Australia will take reasonable care in the use of these materials, will follow its child safeguarding policies, and will not knowingly use them in a manner that is misleading, defamatory, embarrassing to my child, or otherwise inappropriate. Images will not show children in a state of undress, distress, or in any manner that could compromise their dignity or safety.

I acknowledge that once images, video, or audio recordings are published online or distributed publicly, GCI Australia may not be able to control their further use by third parties.

I understand that my child's views about being photographed or recorded will be respected, and that GCI Australia will not photograph or record my child if they do not wish to be, even where I have given consent.

I understand that this consent remains in place until my child turns 18, unless I withdraw it earlier. I may withdraw or change my consent at any time by providing written notice to GCI Australia. When my child turns 18, they may withdraw this consent or provide their own consent. I acknowledge that withdrawal of consent will apply to future uses only and may not be practical for materials that have already been published or distributed.

I understand that personal information collected on this form will be handled in accordance with GCI Australia's Privacy Policy.

I confirm that I have read and understood this Media Consent before agreeing to it, and that, where appropriate to their age and understanding, I have discussed it with my child.

If you have any questions, or wish to change or withdraw your consent, please contact GCI Australia at webmaster@gci.org.au.

About the person being photographed or recorded

If you are giving consent for your child, please enter your child's details in this section.

Full name(Required)

First Last

Date of birth(Required)

Age

Email address(Required)

We will send a copy of your consent to this address.

Phone number (optional)

Congregation or ministry(Required)

Select the congregation or ministry you are most connected with.

Parent or guardian details

Parent or guardian name(Required)

First Last

Relationship to the child(Required)

Parent or guardian email address(Required)

We will send a copy of your consent to this address.

Parent or guardian phone number (optional)

Consent options

Do you give consent?(Required)

I consent

I do not consent

Where may photographs, video and audio recordings be used?(Required)

Internal use within GCI Australia congregations and ministries

GCI Australia publications and websites

Social media and other public online platforms

Select all that apply. You can give consent for some uses and not others.

How may you be identified?(Required)

Full name

First name only

Not identified by name

This applies when your name is shown with a photograph or recording.

How may your child be identified?(Required)

First name only

Not identified by name

GCI Australia will never publish a child's full name, school or contact details alongside their image.

Is there any legal, safety or other reason your child must not be photographed or identified?(Required)

Yes

For example, a court order, out-of-home care arrangements or a personal safety concern. Your answer will be treated confidentially.

Please give brief details, or let us know if you would prefer us to contact you

Only staff responsible for safeguarding will see this information.

Young person's agreement

For the young person to read and agree (recommended for ages 12–17)

GCI Australia would like to take photos, videos or audio recordings of you at church activities and events. These might be shared in church newsletters, on our websites, or on social media, depending on what your parent or guardian has chosen.

We will not share your full name, where you live, or your school with your photo or recording.
You can say no to having your photo taken or being recorded at any time, even if your parent or guardian has said yes.
If you change your mind later, talk to your parent or guardian or a leader, and we will stop using your photos or recordings from then on.

Young person's agreement

I have read (or had read to me) this information and I am happy for GCI Australia to use photos, videos or recordings of me as my parent or guardian has chosen.

Young person's first name

Please review your details

Check the information below carefully. Use the Back button to make any changes, then confirm your consent.

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Your agreement

Electronic consent(Required)

I agree

By selecting the "I agree" checkbox, I acknowledge that: I have read and understood this Photo, Video and Audio Media Consent; I voluntarily consent to the collection and use of my image, voice, and/or likeness as described above and within the options I have selected; I agree to the terms of this consent; and my selection of the "I agree" checkbox and submission of this form constitutes my electronic signature and has the same effect as a handwritten signature.

Electronic consent (parent or guardian)(Required)

I agree

By selecting the "I agree" checkbox, I acknowledge that: I am the parent or legal guardian of the child or young person named on this form and have the authority to consent on their behalf; I have read and understood this Photo, Video and Audio Media Consent – Children and Young People (Under 18); I voluntarily consent to the collection and use of my child's image, voice, and/or likeness as described above and within the options I have selected; I agree to the terms of this consent; and my selection of the "I agree" checkbox and submission of this form constitutes my electronic signature and has the same effect as a handwritten signature.

Consent valid until (18th birthday)