Mo-saiQ Website Terms of Service
Last Updated: October 7th, 2024
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) governs how Mo-saiQ Inc. (“Mo-saiQ”, “we”, “our” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects Personal Information (defined below) in connection with the use of our website, www.mo-saiQ.org, and any other websites or subdomains we operate (collectively referred to as the “Site”).
We utilize third-party service providers for hosting, which means that any data you provide to us, including Personal Information, is hosted on servers owned or controlled by these providers. These servers may be located globally, and by using the Site, you consent to the transfer of your data to third-party service providers around the world. Your Personal Information may be accessed by foreign governments or their agencies under lawful requests. If you need more information on our practices with respect to foreign service providers, please contact us at the details provided below.
For clarity, if you are using our Site as part of an educational institution or partnership where we have a separate agreement (e.g., a Data Privacy Agreement), the terms of those agreements may override certain provisions of this Privacy Policy.
1. Introduction
We value your privacy and have implemented this Privacy Policy to explain how we handle the Personal Information of users like you. “Personal Information” refers to any information that can be used to identify an individual, such as a name, email address, physical address, and other contact information.
2. Terms of Use
This Privacy Policy is part of our Terms of Use, which can be found on our Site. Any capitalized terms not defined in this Policy will have the meanings assigned to them in our Terms.
3. Consent and Modification
By using the Site, you agree to this Policy and consent to the collection and use of your Personal
Information as outlined. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Site. We may modify this Policy, and any changes will be effective ten (10) days after being posted on the Site. Continued use of the Site after modifications constitutes your acceptance of the changes.
4. What Personal Information We Collect and How We Collect It
We do not require you to provide Personal Information to access general information on our Site. However, to access certain services (e.g., creating an account, enrolling in a program), we may ask for additional information such as:
- Personal & Demographic information : First and last name, birthdate, email address, ethnicity, current resident (County, State/Zipcode)
- Program Enrollment & Participation: Grade level, and graduation year, affiliations (school, employment, community-based organizations) and a password for account creation (if applicable), criminal and identity background (for adults who participate as mentors or facilitators of programming), survey responses of evaluation of programming and insights or feedback that are collected throughout the program.
- Academic Profile: courses taken, course interest, grades, and GPA.
- Career Interest & Engagement: participation in extracurricular activities, degree interest, access to resources and opportunities to support career interests.
- Contact Information: Full name, email, and physical address, phone number when you contact us or request information.
- Site Usage: Information generated from Log Files (including internet protocol (IP) addresses, type of browser, internet service provider (ISP), date/time stamp, site analytics (e.g. clicked pages, visits), cookies data, and any other information your browser may send to us to understand your engagement on Mo-saiQ website.
If you choose not to provide this information, some features of the Site may be unavailable to you.
5. Publicly Available Information
Any content you post on the Site (e.g., in forums or submissions) may be publicly visible to other users. If you include contact information in public submissions, you may receive unsolicited communications. Please be mindful of the information you choose to share publicly.
6. Disclosure of Personal Information
We may share your Personal Information with:
- Subsidiaries and Affiliates: For storage and processing on our behalf.
- Third-Party Service Providers: To assist in operating the Site and business functions. We make reasonable efforts to ensure these providers have their own privacy policies in place.
- Legal Compliance: If required by law, to enforce our Terms, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Mo-saiQ, our users, or the public.
7. Use of Anonymous Information
We may use and share anonymous, non-identifiable information (e.g., aggregated data) with third parties, including for research and analysis purposes.
8. Opting Out
You can opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe link in those emails.
However, you may still receive administrative emails related to your use of the Site.
9. Your Choices
You can choose not to provide certain information, but this may limit your access to certain Site features or services. You can also request updates or corrections to your Personal Information by contacting us directly.
10. Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your Personal Information but cannot guarantee its absolute security. If you have concerns about security, please contact us.
11. California Residents’ Rights
If you are a California resident under 18, you may request the removal of content you have posted on the Site. Please note that complete removal may not always be possible.
12. Contact Information
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your Personal Information is handled, please reach out to us at info@mo-saiq.org.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and will continuously update our practices to ensure the highest standards and alignment with legal requirements pertaining to data protection and usage.
Mo-saiQ Website Terms of Service
Welcome to www.mo-saiQ.org (together with its subdomains, content, and services, collectively referred to as the “Site”). Please carefully review these Terms of Service (“Terms”) before using the Site, as they govern your legal rights and obligations with respect to Mo-saiQ Inc. (“Mo-saiQ”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not access or use the Site.
1. Background
The Site serves to support Mo-saiQ’s mission of empowering Black and brown students in STEM and entrepreneurship by providing resources, support, and opportunities for educational and professional growth.
2. Modification of Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any such changes will take effect ten (10) days after posting the revised Terms on the Site. By continuing to use the Site after changes are made, you accept the updated Terms.
3. Eligibility to Accept Terms
The Site is intended for individuals of all ages. If you are under 18, please review these Terms with your parent or guardian to ensure both of you understand and agree to them.
4. Access to the Site
For as long as these Terms are in effect, we grant you permission to access and use the Site, provided you comply with these Terms and applicable laws.
5. Restrictions on Use
You agree not to:
- Copy, distribute, or modify any part of the Site without prior written consent.
- Use or exploit the content for any unauthorized commercial purposes.
- Disrupt or interfere with the operation of the Site.
- Use automated systems to access the Site.
- Bypass or disable security features of the Site.
6. Account Creation
To access certain features, you may need to create an account (“Account”). You are responsible for maintaining the security of your Account and agree to provide accurate information when creating it. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your Account. You are solely responsible for all activities under your Account.
7. Payments
Access to the Site is currently free. Mo-saiQ reserves the right to introduce fees for certain services in the future. If fees are introduced, you will not be charged unless you agree to the terms and charges.
8. Intellectual Property Rights
The content on the Site, including but not limited to text, images, videos, and logos (collectively, “Content”), is the property of Mo-saiQ or its licensors and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may use the Content solely for personal, non-commercial purposes.
9. User Submissions
- Responsibility: You are solely responsible for any content you post or share on the Site (“User Submissions”). Mo-saiQ reserves the right to remove or modify any User Submission without notice.
- Ownership: You retain ownership of your User Submissions but grant Mo-saiQ a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute your content as part of the Site’s operations.
- Prohibited Content: You agree not to post content that is illegal, offensive, harmful, or violates any third-party rights.
10. Information Accuracy
We strive to provide accurate information on the Site but do not guarantee the completeness or reliability of the Content. Use of any Content is at your own risk.
11. Links to Third-Party Websites
The Site may contain links to external websites. Mo-saiQ is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of third-party websites. You are solely responsible for your interactions with such websites.
12. Privacy
Any personal information you provide to us is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is available on our Site.
13. Copyright Infringement
Mo-saiQ respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that content on the Site infringes your copyright, please notify our designated agent with the required information in accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
14. Warranty Disclaimers
The Site is provided “as is” and without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Mo-saiQ disclaims all warranties, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We do not guarantee that the Site will be error-free or uninterrupted.
15. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Mo-saiQ shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of your use of the Site. Our liability for any claim related to your use of the Site will not exceed the amount you have paid to us, if any, for accessing the Site in the three (3) months prior to the claim.
16. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Mo-saiQ and its affiliates from any claims, liabilities, or expenses (including attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the Site, your User Submissions, or your violation of these Terms.
17. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate these Terms and your access to the Site at any time, with or without cause. If you wish to terminate your Account, you may do so by contacting us. Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Site.
18. Independent Contractors
Your relationship with Mo-saiQ is that of an independent contractor. Nothing in these Terms creates a partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship between you and Mo-saiQ.
19. Assignment
You may not assign or transfer these Terms or any rights or obligations herein without prior written consent. Mo-saiQ may assign these Terms without restriction.
20. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.
21. Dispute Resolution
Any dispute arising from these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. You agree to waive any rights to a trial by jury or to participate in class action lawsuits.
22. General
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Mo-saiQ. If any provision is found invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force. Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver of that provision or any other.
Last updated: October 7, 2024.