TERMS OF USE
Black Women United Alliance
Effective Date: September 12, 2026
Welcome to the Black Women United Alliance website. These Terms of Use govern your use of bwualliance.org and related online services provided by Black Women United Alliance, also referred to as “BWUA,” “we,” “our,” or “us.”
By accessing or using this website, registering for membership, participating in programs or events, using the Member Directory or Learning Portal, or otherwise using BWUA online services, you agree to these Terms of Use.
USE OF OUR WEBSITE
The BWUA website is provided to support our mission, members, programs, educational resources, events, sponsors, donors, and community.
You agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not interfere with the rights of others or the operation and security of the website.
MEMBERSHIP
BWUA offers membership opportunities to eligible individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations, and other organizations.
Membership benefits may vary by membership level and may include access to educational resources, networking opportunities, programs, events, the Member Directory, Learning Portal resources, and other benefits identified by BWUA.
Membership does not create an ownership interest in BWUA or guarantee business opportunities, contracts, referrals, funding, employment, or other financial benefits.
Memberships are generally provided on an annual basis unless otherwise stated at the time of enrollment.
SPONSORSHIPS
BWUA offers sponsorship opportunities to businesses, organizations, and other supporters.
Sponsorship benefits may include recognition, promotional opportunities, website advertising, event visibility, program participation, and other benefits associated with the selected sponsorship level.
Sponsorship does not constitute an endorsement by BWUA of a sponsor’s products, services, business practices, or views.
Specific sponsorship benefits are subject to the terms presented with the applicable sponsorship opportunity.
DONATIONS
Donations to BWUA are voluntary and support the organization’s mission, programs, operations, and charitable and educational activities.
Donations and other payments may be processed through third-party payment providers such as Zeffy.
The tax deductibility of any payment may depend on the nature of the payment and any goods or services received in exchange. Donors should consult their tax professional regarding their individual circumstances.
EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
BWUA may offer educational programs, workshops, networking opportunities, conferences, community events, and other activities.
Registration requirements, fees, cancellation policies, refund policies, participation requirements, and other terms may vary by event or program and will be communicated when applicable.
BWUA reserves the right to modify, postpone, relocate, or cancel programs and events when reasonably necessary.
LEARNING PORTAL AND EDUCATIONAL CONTENT
BWUA may provide members and other authorized users access to courses, videos, training materials, downloadable resources, presentations, and other educational content through the BWUA Learning Portal.
Learning Portal accounts and materials are intended for the authorized user’s use unless BWUA expressly states otherwise.
Users may not share login credentials, reproduce courses, record protected training materials, redistribute educational content, or make BWUA materials publicly available without permission.
Educational information provided by BWUA is intended for general educational purposes and should not be considered legal, tax, financial, medical, or other professional advice.
MEMBER DIRECTORY
BWUA may provide an online Member Directory to help members connect and learn about participating businesses and organizations.
Members are responsible for ensuring that information submitted to their directory profiles is accurate and appropriate for public display.
BWUA does not independently guarantee or endorse the qualifications, products, services, representations, or business practices of directory participants.
Users should perform their own due diligence before entering into transactions or business relationships with other members or organizations listed in the directory.
USER ACCOUNTS
Certain areas of the website may require an account.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials and for activity occurring through your account.
You agree to provide accurate information and promptly notify BWUA if you believe your account has been accessed without authorization.
ACCEPTABLE CONDUCT
Users may not use BWUA’s website, Member Directory, Learning Portal, events, programs, or communication platforms to engage in unlawful, fraudulent, threatening, harassing, discriminatory, abusive, defamatory, or disruptive conduct.
Users may not attempt to gain unauthorized access to BWUA systems, interfere with website operation, distribute malicious software, collect information about other users without authorization, or misuse BWUA resources.
BWUA reserves the right to restrict or terminate access when these requirements are violated.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Unless otherwise indicated, BWUA’s name, logos, branding, website content, educational materials, graphics, videos, documents, course materials, and other original content are owned by or licensed to Black Women United Alliance.
Content may not be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, sold, published, or commercially exploited without appropriate permission, except where permitted by law.
THIRD-PARTY SERVICES AND LINKS
The BWUA website may contain links to or integrate with third-party websites and services.
Third-party services operate under their own terms and privacy practices. BWUA is not responsible for the content, availability, security, products, services, or practices of third-party websites or platforms.
WEBSITE ADVERTISING AND SPONSOR CONTENT
BWUA may display advertisements, sponsorship recognition, business listings, promotional materials, or links provided by members, sponsors, or other organizations.
The appearance of advertising, sponsorship recognition, or third-party content on the BWUA website does not necessarily constitute an endorsement or recommendation by BWUA.
Advertisers and sponsors are responsible for the accuracy and legality of the materials they provide.
NO GUARANTEE OF RESULTS
BWUA provides programs, resources, education, connections, and opportunities designed to support its mission and community.
BWUA does not guarantee specific business, professional, educational, financial, employment, funding, networking, or other outcomes from membership, sponsorship, participation in programs, or use of BWUA resources.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
To the extent permitted by applicable law, BWUA is not responsible for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential losses arising from the use or inability to use the website, Learning Portal, Member Directory, programs, events, or third-party services.
Nothing in these Terms of Use is intended to exclude or limit liability that cannot legally be excluded or limited.
PRIVACY
Your use of the BWUA website is also subject to our Privacy Policy.
Please review the Privacy Policy for information about how BWUA collects, uses, protects, and shares personal information.
CHANGES TO THESE TERMS
BWUA may update these Terms of Use as our website, programs, membership offerings, services, or legal requirements change.
When material changes are made, the effective date at the top of these Terms will be updated.
Your continued use of the website following an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms to the extent permitted by law.
CONTACT US
Questions regarding these Terms of Use may be directed to:
Black Women United Alliance
Email: [email protected]
Website: bwualliance.org
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