Thank you for taking on the role of a 30-Hour Famine DIY Camp Leader. Before you proceed, kindly read and understand the following Terms and Conditions.

By accepting the Terms and Conditions listed below, you have also agreed to adhere to all the rules and regulations put in place by World Vision Malaysia in running your 30-Hour Famine DIY camp. It also indicates that you will be responsible for ensuring that your committee members follow these guidelines strictly.

World Vision Malaysia reserves the right to intervene or cancel your camp if any of the Terms and Conditions listed below are violated

  1. General Qualifications

    1. A Camp Leader must be at least 18 years of age and above.

    2. A Camp Leader must possess skills in event planning and execution, able to coordinate with different parties, prudent in manpower planning, budgetary control and book-keeping, and computer savvy.

    3. A Camp Leader must submit details of two credible referees (who are not relatives) and a guarantor for World Vision Malaysia to conduct the necessary background checks.

      Note: If you are a student, your referee should be your lecturer/teacher/senior supervisor/headmistress/priests/pastors. If you are working, your head of department or supervisor can be your referee. Your guarantor should be your parents/guardian/superior at work.

  2. Camp Leaders Training Workshop

    1. A Camp Leader must attend at least one Camp Leader Training Workshop for the current year’s 30-Hour Famine/8-Hour Kidz Famine.

  3. Finance Material & Finance Matters

    1. A Camp Leader is responsible for all Donation Booklets, Donation Boxes and Receipt Books that are entrusted to them. These materials are to be used exclusively for 30-Hour Famine/8-Hour Kidz Famine. All Donation Booklets, Donation Boxes, Receipt Books and fund raised must be returned to World Vision Malaysia at or before XXX.

    2. A Camp Leader will undertake to report to World Vision Malaysia should there be any cases (real or suspected) of fraud or misappropriate of funds among the team’s campers.

    3. A Camp Leader must set a good example by demonstrating responsibility and accountability in all matters related to the organisation of a DIY Camp, particularly in matter related to finances/money.

    4. A Camp Leader must submit to World Vision a complete set of financial accounts attached with receipts and other proofs of purchase related to the DIY Camp. You may find the template in the Famine Kit.

    5. A Camp Leader must ensure that all camper’s information is entered into the Internet Famine Donation Card Management (iFDCM) system before the DIY camp. Campers’ information is to kept confidential and only use in relation to 30-Hour Famine/8-Hour Kidz Famine.

  4. Camp Leader’s Responsibility

    1. A Camp Leader must observe and follow all guidelines laid down by World Vision Malaysia at all times.

    2. A Camp Leader must agree not to use any abusive/obscene/racist/slanderous languages or materials that are deemed insensitive to Malaysia’s multi-racial, multi-religion and multi-cultural context.

    3. A Camp Leader must not promote personal business and/or commercial interests during the campaign.

    4. A Camp Leader must agree not to use any verbal or visual materials that may undermine the dignity and privacy of the poor and the children we serve.

    5. A Camp Leader must possess a positive spirit and passion to highlight the various poverty-related issues without displaying bias or judgment. The Camp Leader is to adhere to the messaging provided by World Vision Malaysia.

I agree to the Terms & Conditions

FAQ (Camper)

How do I sign-up as a DIY Camper?
Click here to locate the camp nearest to your location and contact the camp leader and sign-up with them.

What do I do after signing up as a DIY Camper?
You will be given a donation booklet to raise funds for the beneficiaries of the 30-Hour Famine (Click here to view the beneficiaries this year). You may only approach your family members, close relatives and friends to raise funds. Public soliciting is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.

Why should the public believe me?
The 30-Hour Famine has a history of 14 years in Malaysia. Most likely, some of the people whom you approach would have heard of it. If they have not heard of us, tell them what the 30-Hour Famine is about using the guide on the back of your donation booklet and urge them to read up on us at the website, especially on the beneficiary part.

Is there a minimum amount I should raise?
Our goal at the end of the day is to raise a total of RM1.8 million. Therefore, it is for each student to raise a minimum of RM80, working adult with a minimum of RM120 and children below the age of 12 to raise a minimum of RM50.

When should I return the donation?
As soon as you have finished raising funds or no later by 6 July 2012. Return the donation and the booklet to your camp leader.

Do I need to pay to join a DIY Camp?
A small fee of RM20 will be collected upon registration. The registration fee will be used in the DIY Camp administration cost.

I have participated in a DIY Camp last year. Should I join again this year?
Yes. It would be great if you can take part in this fun yet educational DIY Camp. Every year, World Vision Malaysia will highlight on an issue that contributes to issues of hunger and poverty.

What will I benefit from taking part in the DIY Camp?
Through the DIY Camp, you will learn about real-world issues of hunger and you get a chance to bring change to the people who are living in poverty. Most importantly, your own life will be transformed as you will experience hunger firsthand. A certificate of completion will be given to certify you have fasted for 30 hours (or 8 hours for Kidz Famine).

I am away most of the time and will not be able to join a DIY Camp. Are there any other alternatives for me?
Yes, you can still take part in this global movement as an Individual Participant. Click here for more information on how to take part as an Individual Participant.

What is the Famine Countdown event all about?
The Famine Countdown provides a chance for all DIY Camps or Individual Participants to gather together and countdown the last 4 hours of 30-Hour Famine or 8-Hour Kidz Famine. There will be lots of fun yet educational activities. Famine Countdown begins from 12pm till 4pm (5th August 2012).