Overview

Due to Liability Insurance limitations, minors will not be permitted to participate in UNW-sponsored international trips. Also, to help ensure the safety of our staff and students, a Background Check will be required of all non-UNW trip participants prior to securing any travel arrangements. (Be sure to seek their permission in advance.)

Emergency Responsibilities for Trip Leaders

• While traveling, an emergency may occur. Students or leaders may become ill, have an accident, become a victim of a crime, or become involved in a politically violent situation. As a trip leader, you will need to be prepared to be on call continuously until any emergency is resolved.
• In an emergency, the first responsibility is to protect the safety and well-being of all program participants. Do whatever it takes to ensure this. It may mean getting immediate medical assistance, having the US embassy intervene, or seeking police protection.
• In case of terrorist attack or natural disaster, gather in a pre-arranged location to ensure all participants are accounted for.
• Follow directives of local authorities.
• The campus STOP. THINK. ACT.
• Emergency procedures may also be followed in most situations abroad, with minor adjustments.
• Know the host country’s 9-1-1- equivalent.

Emergency Response (Admin)

• EmergencyCommunicationsInbox
  • 651-628-3442
• UNW Public Safety
  • (off hours) 651-631-5310
• iNext 24/7 Global Assistance
  • 240-330-1548 (outside USA & Canada)
• iNext in a Medical Emergency:
  • If a change in your itinerary occurs, notify iNext toll free: 1-855-578-6398 or inext@ciee.org
  • For claims, follow up with 24/7 Global Assistance by email and list the insured’s surname and case # in the Subject line.