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Terms of Use

EFFECTIVE DATE: JANUARY 1, 2025

Welcome to the website of Concilio (El Concilio de Philadelphia), www.elconcilio.net. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use (“Terms”). These Terms outline the rules for using our site and aim to ensure a safe, lawful, and respectful online environment. If you do not agree to these Terms, please refrain from using our website. 

1. About Us

Concilio is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in diverse communities by providing vital services, promoting advocacy, and celebrating cultural heritage. Our website exists to inform, engage, and connect individuals with our mission and initiatives. 

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the website, you acknowledge and agree to these Terms of Use. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the website. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please discontinue your use of the site immediately. 

3. Permitted Use of the Website

You may use the website for lawful purposes only, including:

  • Learning about Concilio’s programs, initiatives, and events.
  • Making donations or supporting our fundraising efforts.
  • Registering for services offered by Concilio.
  • Accessing newsletters, news, and updates relevant to our mission.

You agree not to use the website to: 

  • Engage in behavior that violates any law, regulation, or these Terms.
  • Post or transmit harmful, obscene, defamatory, or otherwise objectionable content.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, servers, or systems.
  • Upload or distribute malware, viruses, or harmful code.
  • Use automated systems (e.g., bots or scrapers) without prior written consent.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on the website, including text, graphics, images, logos, videos, and functionality, is the property of Concilio or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, distribute, reproduce, or create derivative works from any content on the site unless expressly permitted for personal, non-commercial use. 

5. User-Generated Content

If you submit or upload any content to the website (e.g., comments or inquiries), you grant Concilio a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, display, and distribute your content as part of our mission. You agree that any content you submit will not infringe on the rights of others or violate any applicable laws. 

Concilio reserves the right to review, edit, or delete any user-submitted content at its sole discretion.

6. Website Availability and Modifications

Concilio aims to provide uninterrupted access to our website but cannot guarantee that the site will be available at all times. We may, without prior notice, modify, suspend, or discontinue the website or its features at our discretion.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. These links are provided for informational purposes only. Concilio is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these external sites. Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk. 

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and its content are provided on an “as-is” basis. Concilio does not guarantee the website will be error-free, secure, or continuously available. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, reliability, or fitness for a particular purpose. 

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Concilio will not be held liable for any damages arising from your use or inability to use the website, including but not limited to: 

  • Errors, interruptions, or issues affecting the website’s performance.
  • Loss of data or unauthorized access to your information.
  • Content or materials provided by third-party links on the site.

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the website or its content is to stop using it. 

10. Prohibited Actions

You agree not to: 

  • Impersonate another individual or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with Concilio.
  • Attempt to bypass security measures on the website.
  • Collect data or information from other users without their consent.
  • Use the website in a manner that harms or disrupts its functionality.

Violations of these Terms may result in termination of access and potential legal action. 

11. Governing Law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Pennsylvania. 

12. Updates to These Terms

Concilio may update or revise these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective upon posting on the website. By continuing to use the website after updates are made, you agree to the revised Terms. We encourage users to review these Terms periodically. 

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact us: 

El Concilio de Philadelphia
141 E. Hunting Park Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19124
+215-627-3100
info@elconcilio.net

Thank you for respecting these Terms of Use as we work together to advance Concilio’s mission and serve the community responsibly.