TERMS OF USE
Last Updated: 16th Sept 2024
These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your use of the YouthGive Africa Contest website and related digital platforms (collectively, the “Site”), which are operated by GivingTuesday Africa (“us,” “we,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, available at mygivingstory.africa/terms-of-use. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using the Site.
Eligibility
The YouthGive Africa Contest is open to youth aged 14 and above. Participants under the age of 18 must have verifiable consent from a parent or legal guardian, who agrees to these Terms on behalf of the participant. Parents or legal guardians are responsible for supervising their children’s use of the Site and must consent to the collection of limited personal information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
Data Collection and Management
To participate in the YouthGive Africa Contest, you may be required to fill a submission form. When filling the form, you agree to:
• Provide accurate, current, and complete information.
• Keep your login details confidential and notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.
• Ensure that all information provided is true and not misleading.
For participants between 14 – 17 years of age, parental/guardian consent is required, as parents will have oversight over child information. Parents will be able to monitor their children’s activity within the contest and may review or request deletion of their children’s data at any time.
By participating in the YouthGive Africa Contest, you also consent to receive periodic email communications from us related to contest updates and service-related information.
By checking the opt-in box for marketing communications, you give explicit consent to receive promotional messages, news, and updates about the YouthGive Africa Contest and other initiatives from GivingTuesday Africa. You can opt out at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in any marketing email or by contacting us at [africa@givingtuesday.org]
Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you service-related emails, such as notifications regarding entry or submission, contest updates, or changes to our terms of use.
For more information about how we collect and handle your personal information, please refer to our Privacy Policy
Content Submission
By submitting content, including stories, videos, and photos, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, publish, distribute, and display your submissions across our platforms, including websites, social media, and partner channels. You warrant that:
• You own or have the necessary rights to the content you submit.
• Your submissions do not infringe on the intellectual property, privacy, or publicity rights of others.
• You have obtained necessary consents from any individuals featured in the content, including parents or legal guardians for minors.
Prohibited Conduct
You agree not to engage in the following prohibited activities:
• Impersonating any person or entity or misrepresenting your affiliation with a person or entity.
• Defaming, harassing, bullying, or threatening others.
• Uploading content that is illegal, harmful, abusive, obscene, or infringing on others’ rights.
• Using the Site for unlawful purposes or in violation of applicable laws.
Privacy
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information. By agreeing to these Terms, you acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy. If you are a parent or legal guardian of a participant under 18, you consent to the collection and use of personal information for your child as described in the Privacy Policy, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
Intellectual Property Rights
The Site, including all content, features, and functionality, is the exclusive property of GivingTuesday Africa or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of any material from the Site without our prior written permission. You may view, download, and print material from the Site solely for personal, non-commercial use.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the content or practices of third-party sites and recommend reviewing their terms and privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, without prior notice or liability, if you violate these Terms or for any other reason at our sole discretion. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will cease immediately, but your account data may remain in our records in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, GivingTuesday Africa will not be liable for any damages, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages, arising out of your use or inability to use the Site or participation in the YouthGive Africa Contest.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless GivingTuesday Africa and its affiliates, employees, and partners from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site.
Governing Law
Giving Tuesday Africa complies with COPPA (US) for protecting children’s data, GDPR (UK) for data privacy in the UK, and the African Union Convention on Cyber Security, Personal Data Protection for users in African Union member states, By using the site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and the applicable laws of your region.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you through the Site or via email. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of revised Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at:
Giving Tuesday Africa,
Email: africa@givingtuesday.org
Phone number: +2348113487151
