Informed Consent & Assumption of Risk

Mama Killa World (MKW)Spiritual/Educational & Wellness Activities (Non-Medical)
Version: 1.0 Last updated: 15/10/2025

Please read carefully. This document explains what MKW offers, how to prepare, potential risks/contraindications, how we protect your data, and your legal acknowledgements. Complete all sections truthfully. If something does not apply, write “N/A”.

A) Participant Information

  • Full name: _______________________________

  • Date of birth (18+ only): ____ / ____ / ______

  • Phone (reachable during the event): __________________

  • Email: _______________________________

  • Emergency contact (name & phone): _______________________________________

  • City/Country of residence: _______________________________________________

B) Nature & Scope of Services (Non-Medical) ☐ Initials: ____

  • MKW facilitates spiritual/educational and wellness practices (e.g., circles, meditation, breathwork, chants/sound, non-controlled herbal baths, ice bath, educational integration, and specific traditional practices listed below).

  • MKW does not provide medical, psychological, or psychiatric care.

  • MKW does not diagnose or treat disease, and does not advise starting, stopping, or modifying medication.

  • Practices may coexist with your professional care; they do not replace it. For doubts or health changes, you agree to consult your physician.

  • Any ceremony involving visionary plants/controlled substances is only considered where legally permitted; otherwise MKW does not announce or offer them.

C) Preparation, Sobriety & Purification Diet ☐ Initials: ____

  • Each practice/medicine has its own purification process.

  • You agree to follow the Practice-Specific Preparation Guide provided by MKW (before/during/after).

  • Duration and details vary by practice/medicine (in some cases up to a week or more).

  • The diet may include:

    • Abstinence from alcohol and recreational drugs.

    • Avoidance of foods/substances that may interact adversely or hinder the process (e.g., very heavy meals, certain stimulants).

  • You agree to arrive well-rested, responsibly hydrated, and on time.

  • You understand that not following preparation guidelines increases risk and may lead MKW to postpone or decline your participation.

D) Health Questionnaire (Truthful Self-Declaration) ☐ Initials: ____

  • Current medications (name & dose; include antidepressants/antipsychotics, MAOIs, SSRIs/SNRIs, benzodiazepines, beta-blockers, diuretics, anticoagulants, etc.): __________________________

  • Medical conditions (cardiac/vascular, hypertension, neurological incl. seizures, endocrine, renal/hepatic, respiratory, eye disorders such as glaucoma, bleeding disorders): _____________________

  • Mental-health history (diagnoses, hospitalizations, current therapy): _____________

  • Recent surgeries / injuries / active infections: ___________________________

  • Allergies/sensitivities (drugs, foods, plants, latex, etc.): ________________

  • Pregnancy/breastfeeding or intention to conceive: _________________________

  • Substance use (alcohol, tobacco/nicotine, recreational drugs): ______________

I confirm the above is true, complete, and up to date, and I will notify MKW of any changes.
Signature: _____________________________ Date: ____ / ____ / ______

E) Contraindications & Practice-Specific Notes ☐ Initials: ____

These lists are preventive and not exhaustive. MKW may ask for clarifications, medical clearance, or decline participation for safety.

1) Ice Bath (Cold Immersion)

  • Potential risks: cold shock, dizziness, increased heart rate/blood pressure, hypothermia.

  • Avoid / use caution with: severe cardiovascular disease, arrhythmias, uncontrolled hypertension, severe Raynaud’s, prior hypothermia, high-risk pregnancy.

2) Rapé (Sacred Tobacco; Nicotiana rustica)

  • Contains nicotine; may raise blood pressure/heart rate; may cause nausea or dizziness.

  • Avoid / use caution with: uncontrolled hypertension, arrhythmias, pregnancy/breastfeeding, active severe migraine, recent nasal/sinus surgery.

3) Sananga (Tabernaemontana spp.)

  • Expected effects: intense transient burning, tearing, temporary blurry vision.

  • Avoid / use caution with: glaucoma, eye infections, recent eye surgery. Remove contact lenses; do not drive immediately after.

4) Kambô (Phyllomedusa bicolor) — Higher-Risk Practice

  • Potential risks: intense nausea/vomiting/purging, hypotension, brady/tachycardia, electrolyte imbalance (incl. hyponatremia if water intake is excessive), edema, rare severe complications.

  • Strictly contraindicated in: pregnancy/breastfeeding; cardiac disease/arrhythmias; aneurysms; organ transplant; decompensated psychiatric disorders; significant renal/hepatic disease; uncontrolled diuretic/antihypertensive therapy.

  • Preparation highlights: 8–10 h fasting (only guided water intake); strictly follow hydration limits and facilitator instructions.

  • Addendum required: you must sign the Kambô Addendum (specific warnings & aftercare).

5) Bobinsana (Calliandra angustifolia)

  • Typical use: non-visionary (tea/tincture).

  • Avoid / use caution with: pregnancy/breastfeeding; anticoagulants/low blood pressure. Discontinue if reactions occur.

6) Yopo (Anadenanthera peregrina)

  • May contain indole/tryptamine psychoactives; only considered where clearly permitted, with reinforced screening, specific consent, and trained facilitation.

  • MKW may decline without further explanation for safety/compliance.

7) Ayahuasca/DMT & Other Controlled Substances

  • MKW does not publicly announce or offer controlled substances.

  • Any retreat with visionary plants is only considered when and where legally permitted, with local legal counsel, reinforced protocols, and specific consent.

  • Availability varies by jurisdiction and does not constitute an offer everywhere.

F) Participation Rules & Right to Admission ☐ Initials: ____

  • Follow facilitator instructions; respect group boundaries and confidentiality.

  • No access if intoxicated or under the influence of substances.

  • No recording/photographing others without explicit permission.

  • MKW may postpone, pause, or decline participation for:

    • Safety risks to you or the group,

    • Non-compliance with preparation or on-site rules,

    • Incomplete/incorrect information.

G) Emergencies, First Aid & Referrals ☐ Initials: ____

  • MKW facilitators are trained in basic first aid.

  • In adverse events, MKW may suspend the activity, provide initial care, and contact medical services.

  • You consent to emergency care/transport if needed and to sharing relevant information with responders.

  • MKW documents incidents and provides aftercare guidance and referrals where appropriate.

H) Data Protection (Privacy Summary) ☐ Initials: ____

  • Purpose: assess eligibility, prevent risks, manage consents/incidents/referrals.

  • Data (minimum): identification/contact; self-declared conditions/medications; consents; safety notes/incidents.

  • Legal basis: your consent + MKW’s legitimate interest in safety/compliance.

  • Retention: forms/consents up to 2 years from last activity; incidents up to 5 years or as required by applicable rules.

  • Access: restricted to staff who need it; reasonable confidentiality and protection measures.

  • Sharing: no sale of data; shared only with emergency services, healthcare professionals (if referred), insurers, or authorities when required by law.

  • Rights: access/rectification/erasure where applicable; restriction/objection; withdrawal of consent (non-retroactive).

  • Privacy contact: info@mamakillaworld.com (subject: “Health & Safety – Privacy”).

  • Minors: MKW does not serve minors under 18 and does not collect minors’ data.

I) Media & Testimonials (Optional)

  • Select one (check one):

    • ☐ I consent to be photographed/filmed/recorded, and for MKW to use my image/voice/testimony for informational or promotional purposes (non-defamatory use; first name only or anonymized upon request).

    • ☐ I do not consent to any media capture or use of my image/voice/testimony.

  • If you consent, how should MKW refer to you? __________________________________

J) Expectations, Responsible Language & No-Promises ☐ Initials: ____

  • MKW does not promise results or cures.

  • Every person is unique; processes and outcomes can vary widely.

  • We believe meaningful change begins within each person and requires personal commitment.

  • Testimonials reflect personal experiences and do not guarantee outcomes for others; they are shared for informational/inspirational purposes, not as medical advice or efficacy claims.

  • MKW avoids language that could be read as medical advertising or therapeutic promises and states limitations/precautions where appropriate.

K) Assumption of Risk, Release & Indemnity ☐ Initials: ____

  • Assumption of risk: I acknowledge that these practices can involve physical and emotional risks; I participate voluntarily and assume such risks.

  • Release: to the extent permitted by law, I release MKW, its team, and collaborators from claims arising from my participation, except for willful misconduct or gross negligence.

  • Indemnity: I agree to indemnify and hold MKW harmless from third-party claims resulting from my breaches or omissions.

  • Legal compliance: I understand MKW operates according to applicable laws in each location and that availability of certain practices depends on local permissions/protocols.

L) Disputes, Updates & Severability ☐ Initials: ____

  • Dispute resolution: we will first seek an amicable solution; if not possible, the jurisdiction/law applicable will be that of the activity’s location.

  • Updates: this consent may be updated due to best-practice or regulatory changes; I will be informed of the current version.

  • Severability: if any clause is held invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

M) Final Declaration & Signature

  • I have read this Informed Consent & Assumption of Risk, understand its contents, and agree to participate under these terms.

  • I confirm my answers are truthful, and I will follow the Preparation Guide for my chosen practice/medicine.

  • Name & signature: ________________________________________

  • Date: ____ / ____ / ______

  • Place: _________________________________________________