Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Last Updated: January 2024

Welcome to Connect Network Foundation ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website, mobile application (Connect Her Network App), and related services (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, then you may not access the Services.

2. Description of Services

Connect Network Foundation provides:

• Educational programs and resources for women's empowerment
• Networking opportunities through the Connect Her Network App
• Professional development and training programs
• Community building and mentorship services
• Annual conferences and events
• Partnership and collaboration opportunities
• Donation and fundraising platforms

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features of our Services, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your account information
• Keep your password secure and confidential
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

3.2 Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to create an account. By creating an account, you represent that you meet this age requirement.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at any time for violation of these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion.

4. User Conduct and Responsibilities

4.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use our Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe on the rights of others
• Transmit harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
• Engage in harassment, discrimination, or hate speech
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with the proper functioning of our Services
• Use our Services for commercial purposes without permission

4.2 Content Standards

All content you submit must be:

• Accurate and truthful
• Respectful and professional
• Free from harmful or illegal material
• Compliant with intellectual property rights
• Appropriate for our community standards

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

The Services and their original content, features, and functionality are owned by Connect Network Foundation and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 User Content

You retain ownership of content you submit to our Services. However, by submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content in connection with our Services.

5.3 Trademark Policy

Our trademarks, service marks, and logos used in connection with our Services are trademarks or registered trademarks of Connect Network Foundation. You may not use our trademarks without our prior written consent.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our Services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

7. Donations and Financial Transactions

7.1 Donations

Donations made through our platform are:

• Voluntary contributions to support our mission
• Non-refundable unless required by law
• Subject to our donation terms and conditions
• Processed through secure third-party payment processors

7.2 Payment Processing

We use third-party payment processors (Paystack, Flutterwave, Stripe) to handle financial transactions. Your payment information is subject to their terms of service and privacy policies.

7.3 Refund Policy

Refunds for donations or program fees may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us at finance@connectnetworkfoundation.org for refund requests.

8. Third-Party Services and Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. Your interactions with third-party services are governed by their respective terms and conditions.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

9.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, updates, or technical issues.

9.2 Disclaimer of Warranties

Our Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

9.3 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Connect Network Foundation shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, arising out of or relating to your use of our Services.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Connect Network Foundation and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from:

• Your use of our Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit to our Services

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us or using the account deletion feature in our Services.

11.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access to our Services immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

11.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use our Services will cease immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or our Services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [Arbitration Organization].

12.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any arbitration or legal proceeding shall be limited to the dispute between you and Connect Network Foundation individually. You waive any right to participate in class action lawsuits or class-wide arbitrations.

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify users of material changes by:

• Posting updated Terms on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users
• Providing in-app notifications

Your continued use of our Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. The invalid provision will be replaced with a valid provision that most closely reflects the intent of the original provision.

15. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on our Services, constitute the entire agreement between you and Connect Network Foundation regarding your use of our Services.