Volunteers are at the heart of SMT. Outstanding Volunteerism is what makes SMT a temple that is loved by all devotees. SMT’s volunteers exemplify the sentiments in Bhagavad Gita 5.8 that talks about humble and selfless Karma Yogi. SMT appreciates the time volunteers put in to serve the temple and acknowledges that their selfless service has sustained the temple operations and makes it one of the leading temples in the region. We thank you for your great service. We request the volunteers to abide by the temple code of conduct and sign this form for our record.

1. Mutual Respect, Integrity and Courtesy
   ● As a Volunteer, I will treat each other, devotees and employees (staff & Priests) of SMT with respect, trust, integrity and dignity.
   ● I will abide by the following creed, “CARE” - C(Courteous) A(Attentive) R(Responsive) and E(Empathetic)” while working with devotees, other volunteers, and employees
   ● I understand anger, outbursts, and abusive behavior are a poison for spirituality; such unbecoming behavior will not be tolerated in the temple, and by the Board of Trustees
2. Use of Respectful Language
   ● I will abide by the following creed, “CARE” - C(Courteous) A(Attentive) R(Responsive) and E(Empathetic)” while working with devotees, other volunteers, and employees
   ● I understand anger, outbursts, and abusive behavior are a poison for spirituality; such unbecoming behavior will not be tolerated in the temple, and by the Board of Trustees
3. Reporting Protocols
   ● Differences of opinion shall be resolved with mutual and cordial discussions and by following appropriate reporting protocols.
   ● If the differences cannot be resolved with mutual discussions, then I will escalate the issue to the General Manager or Vice Chair of Operations.
   ● Any violation of the code of conduct by the volunteer will result in a warning notice that will be sent by the Vice Chair of Operations to the volunteer.
   ● Second such incident will result in a referral of the incident to the Ombudsperson by the Chairperson.