Website Terms and Conditions of Use
_**Pre-Amble**_
# **Terms of Service**
**Effective Date:** April 22, 2019
**Last Updated:** \[Insert latest update date\]
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## **Introduction**
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela
“Education should be so revolutionized as to answer the wants of the poorest villager, instead of answering those of an imperial exploiter.” – M.K. Gandhi (_Harijan_, 1937)
This platform is built on these principles. It uses open-source components to support the Tiimiakatemia Partus Method of practicing team entrepreneurship. Our goal is to connect learners, primarily students, across the world to practice entrepreneurship and transfer skills to future generations.
By accessing or using this website (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, you may not use the Site.
## **1. Acceptance of Terms**
These Terms are a legally binding agreement between you and Changemakers LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”). You can review the most current version of these Terms at any time at [http://changemakersteamacademy.org](http://changemakersteamacademy.org/colab/).
## **2. Access to Password-Protected Areas**
Certain portions of the Site may require login credentials. Users must use pseudonyms as display names. Access is provided at no cost to users practicing the Partus Method of Learning.
## **3. Privacy**
Your use of the Site is also governed by our \[Privacy Policy\], which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using the Site, you agree to the Privacy Policy.
## **4. Prohibited Conduct**
You agree not to:
- Violate any local, state, federal, or international law.
- Infringe the rights of Changemakers LLC or third parties.
- Post or transmit infringing, threatening, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable material.
- Send spam, commercial solicitations, or unsolicited communications.
- Interfere with or disrupt the Site or impose unreasonable load on our systems.
- Bypass access restrictions or security measures.
- Harass or abuse other users.
## **5. Intellectual Property**
The Site and its content are owned by Changemakers LLC or third parties and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Open-source components are subject to their respective licenses. Except as expressly permitted, you may not copy, modify, distribute, or use content without prior written permission.
## **6. Disclaimer of Warranties**
The Site is provided “as is” and “as available.” Changemakers LLC disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We make no guarantee the Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties; in such cases, these exclusions may not apply to you.
## **7. Limitation of Liability**
To the maximum extent permitted by law, Changemakers LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages, including loss of profits, goodwill, or data, arising out of your use of the Site.
## **8. Links to Third-Party Sites**
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, availability, or practices of any linked site. Your use of linked websites is at your own risk.
## **9. Children and Parents/Guardians**
- Users under 18 must obtain parental permission before sharing information on the Site.
- Users under 13 require verified parental consent in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
- Parents/guardians are encouraged to monitor their child’s online activity.
## **10. Termination**
We may suspend, block, or terminate your access at any time for reasons including:
- Breach of these Terms.
- Inability to verify account information.
- Suspected harmful or unlawful activity.
- Routine maintenance or system updates.
Termination does not limit any other rights or remedies available to Changemakers LLC.
## **11. Changes to Terms**
We may update these Terms from time to time. The revised Terms will be posted on the Site with the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms.
## **12. Governing Law and Venue**
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to conflict of law principles. You agree to resolve disputes exclusively in the state courts of Mason County, Washington, or the federal courts of King County, Washington.
## **13. Miscellaneous**
- These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Changemakers LLC regarding use of the Site.
- If any provision is held invalid, the remaining provisions remain in full effect.
- Failure to enforce any provision does not constitute a waiver.
- Any claim related to the Site must be filed within one year after it arises.
## **14. Contact**
For questions about these Terms, please contact:
**Changemakers LLC**
# **Parental Consent Form (Please copy and paste, sign and return)**
**Changemakers LLC – Global Teampreneur Co-Lab Network Platform**
**Child’s Name (Print):** ______________________________________
**Parent/Guardian Name (Print):** _______________________________
**Email Address of Parent/Guardian:** ____________________________
## **1. Purpose of Consent**
Changemakers LLC operates an educational platform (the “Site”) where users may collaborate, share ideas, and learn through the Tiimiakatemia Partus Method. Children under 13 may only use the Site with verified parental or legal guardian consent, as required by the **Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)**.
## **2. Information Collected**
If consent is provided, we may collect the following information from your child:
- Pseudonym (username/screen name)
- Password and login credentials
- Educational/team-related contributions (posts, projects, or comments)
- Parent/guardian contact information for verification purposes
We will **not** require your child to disclose more information than is reasonably necessary to participate in the Site.
## **3. How Information Is Used**
The information may be used to:
- Provide secure access to the Site’s learning tools.
- Facilitate communication within teams and projects.
- Ensure compliance with Site rules.
- Improve and maintain the Site.
We do **not** sell or rent your child’s personal information.
## **4. Parental Rights**
As a parent/legal guardian, you have the right to:
- Review the personal information collected from your child.
- Revoke consent and request deletion of your child’s information.
- Refuse further collection or use of your child’s personal information.
Requests may be submitted to:
**Email:** [admin@changemakersteamacademy.org](mailto:admin@changemakersteamacademy.org)
**5. Consent Statement**
By signing below, I confirm that:
- I am the parent/legal guardian of the above-named child.
- I authorize Changemakers LLC to collect, use, and disclose my child’s personal information as described in this form and in the Privacy Policy.
- I understand I may withdraw my consent at any time by contacting Changemakers LLC.
**Parent/Guardian Signature:** _________________________________
**Date:** ___________________
## **6. Verification**
For verification purposes, Changemakers LLC may request one of the following:
- Signed form returned by mail, fax, or scanned/email copy.
- Verification via a small refundable credit card charge.
- Telephone or video call verification with the parent/guardian.
### **Important Note**
This form must be completed, signed, and verified **before** a child under 13 may access the Site.