CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT
As a participant of support groups and events, associated with Minority Health Consortium, hereinafter referred to as MHC: I acknowledge and understand that I will be in the company of other HIV positive individuals.
Therefore, I agree to the following "Disclosure of Information" Confidentiality agreement: Disclosure of Information is defined as but is not limited to, verbal discussion, fax transmissions, electronic transmission, voice communication, written documentation.
After attending an MHC support group or event, I will not disclose another participant's personal or medical information regarding their diagnosis to any other person who did not attend. I understand that it is the policy of MHC to protect the confidentiality of all information particularly related to retreat members.
I understand that I will be held responsible for the consequences of any misuse of information gained from my participation with MHC support group or event. I will respect the confidentiality of all retreat members, private or sensitive information accessed in any MHC support group meeting, event or private conversation.
Iwill not disclose the Identity of other MHC support group or event members.
I agree to follow the confidentiality policies and procedures established by MHC. Failure to follow the confidentiality policies and procedures will result in the revocation of my privileges to attend any future MHC support groups or events and/or disciplinary action(s) including criminal charges. By signature below indicates that I have read, understand, and agree to abide by the terms and conditions of this Confidentiality Agreement.