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User Declarations

By using the Site, Users accept the Terms and Conditions and declare under oath to be 18 years of age or older. Parents, guardians, or legal representatives of minors under 18 years of age using the Site are fully and exclusively responsible for their use of the Site, including, but not limited to, any charges or costs incurred as a result of such use. We request that anyone who disagrees, for any reason, with each and every term of these Terms and Conditions, refrain from using the Site.

Specific Conditions of Interaction with the Site

THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS is a non-profit entity affiliated with the Organization of American States (OAS) and aims to strengthen the capacities of individuals and organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean through innovation, access to information, and the development of skills to enhance their opportunities.
In this regard, the Site offers Programs, donation plans in cash or in kind, and general information about its mission, as well as the possibility of subscribing as a volunteer for the organization. In order to carry out any of the interactions that the User intends with the Site, it is necessary for the User to provide certain Personal Data. At that time, the User must provide truthful, complete, and accurate information. THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS may request some form of identification or additional data to verify the personal information of Site Users. The User is solely responsible for any damages caused by providing any other Personal Data that does not belong to them. THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS has the right to reject any request for interaction with the Site or to cancel a previously accepted contract and/or volunteer application, without being obligated to communicate or explain the reasons for its decision, and without generating any right to compensation or reimbursement.

Donation Procedure

Users intending to make a donation (hereinafter referred to as the "Donation" and/or "Donation and/or Programs") may choose to do so by either check or credit card. If opting for the former, please make the check payable to THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS at 1889 F Street, NW, Washington DC, 20006. If opting for the latter, please make the donation with your credit card at https://www.oas.org/cc/default.aspx?type=donations&store=trust&lang=en. Donations are accepted as irrevocable gifts and therefore cannot be canceled or refunded.

Indemnity

Users will indemnify, defend and hold THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS harmless from any damages, liabilities, and costs that may arise as a result of a third-party claim against THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS and/or its directors, representatives, or employees of any position, action, or demand, including but not limited to reasonable legal expenses, arising from any material they have provided to THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS through any misuse of the Site provided by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS or in violation of these Terms and Conditions. THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS will promptly notify them of any claim, action, or proceeding through the contact information provided by them at the time of Interaction with the Site provided by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS.

Responsibility – Disclaimer

THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS declares that it has taken the necessary measures that, within its possibilities and the state of technology, allow for the proper functioning of the Website, as well as the absence of viruses and harmful components. However, THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS cannot be held responsible for: (i) the continuity and availability of the contents and Services; (ii) the absence of errors in such contents or the correction of any defects that may occur; (iii) the damages or harm caused by any person who breaches THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS's security systems.

THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS assumes no responsibility for links to other websites found on the Website, which may lead the User to other websites over which THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS has no control. Therefore, the inclusion of links to other websites does not imply approval of their contents by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS, nor the existence of any kind of association between THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS and their owners. Thus, the User accesses the Content under their sole responsibility and in accordance with the terms of use governing them.

The use of the Internet and the Site implies assuming risks of damage to the user's software and hardware. Documents and files may contain viruses, and, as with any interconnected computer, the User's computer may be targeted by hackers who could access, extract, or damage the information contained therein. The Site is not responsible for the consequences that may result from the User assuming that risk. No action or use of devices, software, or any other means aimed at interfering with the activities and operations of THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS, as well as the courses, programs, or databases of THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS, will be allowed. Any intrusion, attempt, or activity that violates or contravenes intellectual property laws and/or the prohibitions stipulated herein will make the responsible party liable for legal action, as well as the sanctions provided for in this agreement, and liable to compensate for any damages caused.

Donations through Linked Sites

THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS receives donations through linked websites. Regarding liability, reference is made to the "Responsibility – Disclaimer" section for brevity.

Notifications

All notifications and/or communications required by the use of the Website must be made in writing to the email address info@trust-oea.org or to its legal address indicated in these Terms and Conditions.
Jurisdiction and Applicable Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed exclusively and in all respects by the laws of NW, Washington D.C., and shall be interpreted in accordance with them. By using the Site, the User agrees that the applicable federal law and the laws of the NW federal district of Washington D.C., without applying principles of conflict of laws, shall govern these Terms of Use and any dispute of any kind that may arise between the User and THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS.
In the event of any difference, disagreement, or conflict arising from the interpretation, validity, scope, and/or application of these Terms and Conditions, Users shall communicate with THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS in good faith, sending their claim, so that the parties attempt to reach an agreement. Any dispute or claim related in any way to your use of any Interaction with the Site shall be resolved in the courts of NW, Washington D.C. Each party waives any right to a jury trial.

Update of Terms and Conditions

THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS shall have the right to modify the Terms and Conditions at any time and without prior notice, with its updated publication on the Site serving as sufficient notification to Users.

 

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2. Personal information we collect and how we obtain it

"Personal information" is any information that can be used to identify entities, collaborators, or users of such entities (collectively referred to as "Users"), which may include:

A. Information Provided by Users.

We will process personal information, including under the following circumstances:

• When non-profit organizations contract with us, they will provide their own information and certain personal data of the associates who will use our services and courses. Personal information may include the organization's name, address, telephone number, names of its members, names of its legal representatives, legal documentation, as well as the full name, identification document, telephone number, email address of the associates of such organization who access our courses and/or services.
• When a volunteer applies for or accepts a position or volunteer work with us, providing data such as full name, date of birth, nationality, education and qualification details, gender, curriculum vitae, passport details, marital status, address, personal phone number, and other details specified in their application.

B. Information Otherwise Collected or Generated.

We may collect information when Users interact on our Website. We use various technologies to collect and store information, such as the type of device used to access our Website, IP address and geographical location, device operating system and version, browser type, the content they view, and the search terms they enter on our Website.

C. Information Obtained from Third Parties.

We may request or receive personal information from third parties under certain circumstances, including the full name, identification document, nationality, phone number, email address of users from non-profit entities that contract with us.

3. Legal Basis for Processing Data.

THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS is authorized to process your data in order to fulfill the objectives set forth on the Website. Personal information is securely stored and handled with the utmost care.

4. Purposes of processing personal data by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS.

The personal data collected by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS may be used for the following purposes:

(i) Providing volunteer proposals, e-learning, donations, and programs offered through the Website.
(ii) Conducting and disseminating analytical studies and metrics related to the beneficiaries of training and courses and their utility.
(iii) Sharing anonymous success stories with the THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS community through media and social networks. In cases where such stories are not anonymous, we will request specific consent for the particular case.
(iv) Sending communications on behalf of THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS.
(v) Generating statistics that reflect the work carried out by both local partners and THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS to monitor training processes and socio-economic inclusion; and
(vi) For monitoring and evaluation purposes of qualitative and quantitative indicators.

5. Transfer of personal data to third parties

The use of the Website's services implies consent to share personal data, if necessary, with donors of THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS or with authorities to which THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS must provide information.

6. Accuracy of data provided by Users

Users guarantee that the personal data provided are accurate and commit to inform THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS of any changes to them. Users shall be responsible, in any case, for the accuracy of the data provided, reserving THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS the right to exclude from the Website any User who has provided false data, without prejudice to any other actions that may be taken in accordance with applicable law.

7. Data retention

Personal data provided will be retained by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS until the User expresses their intention to have their Personal Data deleted by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS.

8. User rights regarding their data

The User has the right to access their personal data, request the modification of their data, request the rectification of inaccurate data, request their deletion, request their portability, not be subject to automated individual decisions, and exercise their right to be forgotten.

Users may exercise their rights of access, modification, rectification, and deletion of their Personal Data in accordance with the provisions of applicable regulations by contacting the email address established by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS in these Policies, stating the reason for their request and providing a copy of their Personal Identification, or by postal mail to the following address: 1889 F Street NW, Washington DC 20006, United States of America.

Without prejudice to any other administrative recourse or legal action, the User shall have the right to lodge a complaint with a Supervisory Authority, particularly in the Member State where they have their habitual residence, place of work, or place of the alleged infringement, if they consider that the processing of their personal data does not comply with regulations, as well as in the event of not being satisfied with the exercise of their rights. The supervisory authority to which the complaint has been lodged will inform the complainant about the progress and outcome of the complaint.

9. Data Security

THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS maintains levels of security for the protection of personal data in accordance with applicable regulations and has implemented all technical means at its disposal to prevent the loss, misuse, alteration, unauthorized access, and theft of data provided by the User through the Website, notwithstanding informing them that security measures on the Internet are not impregnable.

THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS undertakes to comply with the duty of secrecy and confidentiality regarding personal data in accordance with applicable legislation, as well as to provide them with secure treatment in any transfers and international data transfers that may occur.

The User agrees to notify THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS promptly of any unauthorized use of their username and/or password or any other security breach. THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS shall not be liable for any damages or losses that may arise due to the User's failure to comply with this obligation.

10. Changes

THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS reserves the right to revise its Privacy Policy at any time it deems appropriate. For this reason, we ask that you regularly check this Privacy Policy to read the most recent version of it.

However, any changes to this Privacy Policy will be communicated to the User.

11. Links to websites

The Website of THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS may contain links to websites of third-party companies and entities. THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS cannot be held responsible for how these companies handle the protection of privacy and personal data, so we advise you to carefully read the Privacy Policy statements of these websites that are not owned by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS regarding the use, processing, and protection of personal data.

The conditions offered by these websites may not be the same as those offered by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS.

12. Questions

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the processing of your data, please contact THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS via email addressed to the following email address: info@trust-oea.org.

13. Acceptance and Consent

The User declares to have been informed of the conditions regarding the protection of personal data, accepting and consenting to the processing of these by THE TRUST FOR THE AMERICAS, in the manner and for the purposes indicated in this Privacy Policy.