Understanding your rights and responsibilities

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using this website (crpp.org), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

2. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily download one copy of the materials (information or software) on the CRPP website for personal, non‑commercial transitory viewing only. This is the grant of a license, not a transfer of title, and under this license you may not:

• Modify or copy the materials
• Use the materials for any commercial purpose or for any public display
• Attempt to decompile or reverse engineer any software contained on CRPP website
• Remove any copyright or other proprietary notations from the materials
• Transfer the materials to another person or "mirror" the materials on any other server
• Engage in automated data collection without permission

3. Disclaimer of Warranties

The materials on the CRPP website are provided on an 'as is' basis. CRPP makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaims and negates all other warranties including, without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non‑infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights.

4. Limitations of Liability

In no event shall CRPP or its suppliers be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption) arising out of the use or inability to use the materials on CRPP's website, even if CRPP or a CRPP authorized representative has been notified orally or in writing of the possibility of such damage.

5. Accuracy of Materials

The materials appearing on the CRPP website could include technical, typographical, or photographic errors. CRPP does not warrant that any of the materials on its website are accurate, complete, or current. CRPP may make changes to the materials contained on its website at any time without notice. CRPP does not, however, make any commitment to update the materials.

6. Materials on Website

CRPP has not reviewed all of the sites linked to its website and is not responsible for the contents of any such linked site. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by CRPP of the site. Use of any such linked website is at the user's own risk.

7. Modifications of Terms

CRPP may revise these terms of service for its website at any time without notice. By using this website, you are agreeing to be bound by the then current version of these terms of service.

8. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Ethiopia, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that location.

9. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the CRPP website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of CRPP or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. Unauthorized reproduction or distribution is prohibited.

10. User Conduct

You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited conduct:

• Harassing, threatening, or intimidating others
• Uploading or transmitting viruses or harmful code
• Spamming or sending unsolicited communications
• Engaging in illegal or unethical activities
• Attempting unauthorized access to systems or databases
• Circumventing security measures

11. Donations and Payments

11.1 Donation Acceptance

CRPP accepts donations to support our mission of promoting responsible and peaceful politics. By making a donation, you confirm that:

• You are at least 18 years old
• You are legally authorized to make the donation
• The payment information provided is accurate and authentic

11.2 Payment Processing

Donations are processed securely. We do not store credit card information on our servers. All payment transactions are encrypted and compliant with PCI security standards.

11.3 Donation Refunds

Donations are generally non‑refundable unless required by applicable law. Requests for refunds must be submitted within 30 days of the donation date.

11.4 Tax Deductibility

The tax deductibility of your donation is your responsibility. Consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of donations to CRPP.

11.5 Receipts

CRPP will provide donation receipts via email. These receipts may be used for tax documentation purposes.

12. Newsletter and Communications

By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive communications from CRPP. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email. We will honor unsubscribe requests within 10 business days.

13. User‑Generated Content

If you submit any content (feedback, suggestions, testimonials) to CRPP, you grant CRPP a non‑exclusive, royalty‑free license to use such content. By submitting content, you represent that you own the rights to such content and that it does not violate any third‑party rights.

14. Account Security

If you create an account on our website, you are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
• Preventing unauthorized access to your account
• Immediately notifying CRPP of any unauthorized access
• All activities that occur under your account

15. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, CRPP shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the website or services.

16. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless CRPP, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the website or violation of these terms.

17. Termination of Access

CRPP reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to the website at any time for violations of these terms or for any other reason at CRPP's sole discretion.

18. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

19. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

• Email: info@crpp.org
• Address: Center for Responsible Peace Policy, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

20. Entire Agreement

These terms of service, together with the Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and CRPP regarding your use of the website and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.