Effective Date: 15th September 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the website, platforms, or services of Community & Youth Development Initiatives (CYDI) (“we,” “our,” “us”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”).
If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use CYDI’s services or website.
2. Services Overview
CYDI provides:
- Educational resources and programs for adolescents and young people.
- Community engagement initiatives, events, and trainings.
- Opportunities, press releases, photos, videos, and other informational content relevant to youth development.
All services are provided free or at nominal cost unless otherwise indicated.
3. Eligibility
- You must be at least 13 years old to access or use CYDI web services directly.
- If you are under 16, parental or guardian consent is required for participation in programs or sharing of personal information.
- By using our services, you represent that you have the legal capacity to agree to these Terms.
4. User Conduct
When using CYDI services, you agree to:
- Provide accurate and truthful information when registering or interacting.
- Respect the rights of others and refrain from posting offensive, harmful, or illegal content.
- Not use the website or services for commercial purposes unless explicitly authorized by CYDI.
- Comply with all applicable Nigerian laws and regulations.
CYDI reserves the right to suspend or terminate access for any user who violates these Terms.
5. Intellectual Property
- All content on the CYDI website and services, including logos, text, graphics, videos, photos, and educational materials, is owned or licensed by CYDI and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
- You may access and use this content for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes only.
- You may not copy, modify, distribute, or reproduce CYDI content without explicit written permission.
6. User-Generated Content
- When you submit content (comments, photos, videos) to CYDI, you grant CYDI a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, and share the content in connection with CYDI programs and communications.
- You represent that you have the right to share this content and that it does not violate any laws or third-party rights.
- CYDI reserves the right to remove any content that violates these Terms or is inappropriate.
7. Privacy and Data
- Your use of CYDI services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information.
- By using our services, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
8. Disclaimers
- CYDI provides educational and informational content “as is”.
- CYDI does not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or suitability of the information for any purpose.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, CYDI and its affiliates, partners, and staff shall not be liable for any damages, losses, or claims arising from:
- Use or inability to use the website or services.
- Errors or omissions in content.
- Participation in any CYDI programs, events, or activities.
10. Termination
- CYDI may suspend or terminate access to services at any time, with or without notice, for violations of these Terms or other reasonable grounds.
- Users may stop using CYDI services at any time.
11. Third-Party Links
- CYDI may include links to third-party websites for informational purposes.
- CYDI is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of these third parties.
- Users access third-party sites at their own risk.
12. Changes to Terms
- CYDI may update these Terms of Service periodically.
- Updated Terms will be posted on the website with a revised “Effective Date.”
- Continued use of services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of Nigerian courts.
14. Contact
For questions or concerns regarding these Terms:
Community & Youth Development Initiatives (CYDI)
Email: [Insert Contact Email]
Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
Address: [Insert Office Address]