Effective Date: May 12, 2025
Welcome to The Equality Pathway Initiative (“TEPI,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, programs, services, events, digital platforms, communications, and any related activities operated or managed by TEPI.
By accessing or using our services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use our services.
1. About TEPI
The Equality Pathway Initiative is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing equality, human rights, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), youth engagement, advocacy, education, and community development.
Our services may include:
- Advocacy campaigns
- Community programs
- Educational workshops and trainings
- Events and conferences
- Volunteer opportunities
- Digital content and communications
- Fundraising and donation activities
- Support and referral services
2. Eligibility
By using our services, you confirm that:
- You are at least 18 years old, or
- You are using our services with the consent and supervision of a parent, guardian, educator, or authorized representative where legally required.
You also agree to use our services in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.
3. User Conduct
When using TEPI services or participating in our programs, you agree not to:
- Harass, abuse, threaten, or discriminate against others
- Share hateful, violent, defamatory, or unlawful content
- Impersonate another individual or organization
- Violate the privacy or rights of others
- Attempt to interfere with the security or operation of our systems
- Use our platforms for fraudulent or harmful activities
- Upload malicious software, spam, or harmful code
TEPI reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to individuals who violate these Terms or engage in conduct inconsistent with our values and mission.
4. Donations and Payments
All donations, sponsorships, registrations, and other payments made to TEPI are subject to our Refund and Returns Policy and Cancellation Policy.
By making a payment, you confirm that:
- You are authorized to use the selected payment method,
- The information provided is accurate,
- You understand that some payments may be non-refundable.
Funds received support TEPI’s programs, operations, advocacy, and organizational development efforts.
5. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all content created or published by TEPI, including:
- Logos
- Branding
- Graphics
- Educational materials
- Publications
- Videos
- Website content
- Social media content
is the intellectual property of The Equality Pathway Initiative and may not be copied, reproduced, distributed, or used without prior written permission.
You may share TEPI content for non-commercial educational or advocacy purposes provided proper credit is given.
6. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website or communications may contain links to third-party websites, organizations, or services. TEPI does not control or endorse third-party content and is not responsible for:
- Their privacy practices,
- Accuracy of information,
- Services provided, or
- Any damages arising from their use.
Users access third-party services at their own risk.
7. Privacy
Your use of our services is also governed by TEPI’s Privacy Policy. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in that policy.
TEPI is committed to respecting the dignity, privacy, and confidentiality of our community members and supporters.
8. Volunteer Participation
Volunteers, facilitators, speakers, and collaborators participating in TEPI activities agree to:
- Act respectfully and professionally,
- Follow event or program guidelines,
- Maintain confidentiality where required,
- Avoid behavior that may harm participants or TEPI’s reputation.
TEPI reserves the right to remove participants whose conduct is inappropriate, unsafe, or inconsistent with our mission.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Equality Pathway Initiative shall not be liable for:
- Indirect or consequential damages,
- Loss of data,
- Personal losses,
- Service interruptions,
- Third-party actions,
- Technical failures, or
- Damages arising from participation in our programs or use of our platforms.
Participation in TEPI programs and activities is voluntary and at the participant’s own discretion.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Equality Pathway Initiative, its officers, volunteers, staff, partners, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from:
- Your misuse of our services,
- Violation of these Terms,
- Violation of another person’s rights, or
- Unlawful conduct.
11. Termination
TEPI reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate access to any service, platform, event, or program at any time if a user violates these Terms or engages in harmful conduct.
12. Changes to These Terms
TEPI may update or revise these Terms at any time. Updated versions become effective immediately upon publication through our official platforms.
Continued use of our services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
13. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with applicable laws in the jurisdiction where TEPI operates, without regard to conflict of law principles.
14. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:
The Equality Pathway Initiative
Email: admin@equalitypath.org