Terms of Service

Welcome to Connect LGBT

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Connect LGBT website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our services.

Acceptance of Terms

By using our website, participating in our events, or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. These Terms apply to all users, including visitors, community members, volunteers, and partners.

Our Services

Connect LGBT provides:

• Educational resources and information about LGBTIQ rights
• Community support and networking opportunities
• Advocacy campaigns and initiatives
• Events and workshops
• Crisis support and resource referrals
• Online platform for community engagement

User Responsibilities

Respectful Conduct

All users must:

• Treat all community members with respect and dignity
• Use inclusive and non-discriminatory language
• Respect privacy and confidentiality of others
• Follow community guidelines and codes of conduct
• Report inappropriate behavior or safety concerns

Prohibited Activities

Users must not:

• Engage in harassment, discrimination, or hate speech
• Share personal information of others without consent
• Use our services for illegal activities
• Distribute malicious software or spam
• Impersonate others or provide false information
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use our platform to promote violence or harm

Safety and Confidentiality

Confidentiality Agreement

By using our services, you agree to:

• Keep confidential any personal information shared by community members
• Not photograph, record, or share identifying information from events without explicit consent
• Respect the anonymity of those seeking support
• Report any safety concerns immediately to our team

Mandatory Reporting

While we respect confidentiality, we may be required to report information in cases involving:

• Imminent danger to self or others
• Child abuse or neglect
• Legal requirements under Bangladesh law

Intellectual Property

Our Content

All content on our website, including text, images, logos, and educational materials, is owned by Connect LGBT or used with permission. You may:

• View and download content for personal, non-commercial use
• Share our resources for educational purposes (with attribution)
• Link to our website and content

User-Generated Content

When you submit content to us (comments, stories, feedback), you grant us permission to use, modify, and share that content for our mission-related activities, while respecting your privacy preferences.

Events and Activities

Participation

Event participation is subject to:

• Registration requirements and capacity limits
• Age restrictions where applicable
• Safety protocols and guidelines
• Respectful behavior standards

Photography and Media

We understand the importance of privacy. Unless you provide explicit consent:

• No photographs will be taken of you at events
• Your participation will not be publicized
• Media coverage will respect anonymity preferences

Donations and Financial Contributions

All donations are:

• Voluntary and non-refundable (unless required by law)
• Used exclusively for Connect LGBT's mission and operations
• Processed securely through trusted payment providers
• Acknowledged with receipts when requested

We do not sell donor information or use it for purposes other than our organizational activities.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Information Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of all content. Always verify important information from official sources.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of third-party websites.

Service Availability

We aim to maintain continuous service but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control.

Crisis Support Limitations

Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Suspend or terminate access for violations of these Terms
• Remove content that violates our guidelines
• Modify or discontinue services with reasonable notice
• Take legal action for serious violations

You may stop using our services at any time. Upon termination, these Terms will continue to apply to past use of our services.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Bangladesh. Any disputes will be resolved through appropriate legal channels in Bangladesh, while prioritizing mediation and community-based resolution when possible.

Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through:

• Website notifications
• Email announcements (for subscribers)
• Community meeting announcements

Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or to report violations:

Acknowledgment

By using Connect LGBT's services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms of Service. You also acknowledge our commitment to creating a safe, inclusive environment for all community members.