Terms and Conditions for AESS for Women
Effective Date: June 4, 2025
By accessing and using the website AESS for Women (the “Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Website. These Terms govern your interaction with the Website, operated by AESS for Women, a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Afghan women and girls.
1. Description of the Website
The Website is operated by AESS for Women, a non-profit organization focused on empowering Afghan women and girls through education, mental health support, and community programs. It provides information about our mission, vision, programs (such as literacy, university preparation, newcomer support, and mental health advocacy), events, and opportunities to support our cause through donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness. The Website does not offer account creation or login functionality, ensuring a straightforward user experience.
2. User Responsibilities
Users agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that respects the rights of others. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:
- Submitting false, misleading, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable information through contact forms.
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to the Website or its related systems or networks.
- Using the Website in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or interfere with any other party's use and enjoyment of the Website.
These restrictions help maintain a safe and respectful environment for all users and protect the integrity of our services.
3. Intellectual Property
All content on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of AESS for Women or its content suppliers and is protected by Canadian and international copyright and other intellectual property laws. Specifically:
- AESS for Women-Owned Content: Certain images are the exclusive property of AESS for Women, and any unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is strictly prohibited.
- Third-Party Licensed Content: Some icons are provided by Freepik from Flaticon and are used under license, with attribution provided as required by their terms. Some images are sourced from Pexels and are used in accordance with the Pexels license, which permits free use for personal and commercial purposes without attribution.
You may view or print pages from the Website for your own personal, non-commercial use, provided that you retain all copyright and proprietary notices. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written consent. This ensures that our materials, which support our mission, are used appropriately.
4. Links to Third-Party Websites
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, such as donation platforms (e.g., PayPal or Stripe) or partner organizations. These links are provided for your convenience to facilitate donations or provide additional resources. AESS for Women is not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of these external sites. We encourage you to review the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit to understand their practices.
5. Donations
Donations made through the Website are processed by secure third-party payment processors. By making a donation, you agree to the terms and conditions of the respective payment processor. AESS for Women does not collect or store payment information directly and is not responsible for any issues related to the processing of donations. This ensures that your financial transactions are handled securely by trusted providers.
6. Disclaimers
The information provided on the Website, including details about our programs, events, and industry insights, is for general informational purposes only. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the Website or its content. Any reliance you place on such information is at your own risk. This disclaimer protects users by clarifying the informational nature of the Website.
7. Limitation of Liability
In no event will AESS for Women, its affiliates, or their respective directors, employees, or volunteers be liable for any loss or damage, including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of the Website. This limitation ensures that our non-profit organization can focus on its mission without undue legal exposure.
8. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Canada, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising under these Terms will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Canada, ensuring a clear legal framework for resolving issues.
9. Changes to the Terms
AESS for Women reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us using the contact information provided on the Website, such as through our contact form or email. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and transparently.