1. Introduction:
Welcome to the Oregon Somali Bravaness Community (“OSBC,” “we,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This document explains the terms under which you may use our website (the “Site”) and how we collect, use, and protect any personal information you provide while using the Site.
By using or accessing this Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of this Site immediately.
Privacy Policy
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information: We may collect personal information (such as your name, email address, phone number, or mailing address) when you voluntarily provide it to us—for example, by signing up for our newsletter, submitting a contact form, or registering for an event.
Non-Personal Information: We automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. This helps us improve the functionality and user experience of our Site.
Cookies & Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to store information about how you use our Site and to improve your experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies, but doing so may limit certain functionalities of our Site.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is intended for general audiences and is not specifically directed to children under the age of 13. If you believe we have collected personal information from a child without the appropriate consent, please contact us immediately at info@osbcpdx.org, and we will take steps to remove that information as required by law.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for purposes such as:
Complying with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes.
Providing and maintaining the Site’s functionality.
Sending you updates, newsletters, or other information you request.
Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support.
Conducting analytics to understand how users interact with our Site.
7. External Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control and are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any website you visit.
4. Sharing Your Information
We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
Protection of Rights: We may share your information when necessary to protect or enforce our rights, property, or safety, or that of others.
Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors or service providers who help us operate our Site, conduct our programs, or deliver services on our behalf.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
8. Your Choices & Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information at any time. To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@osbcpdx.org. Additionally, you may opt out of receiving our communications at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in our emails or contacting us directly.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please note that no data transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes become effective when we post the revised policy on our Site. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted indicates your acceptance of our updated terms.
Terms of Use
10. License & Access
OSBC grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and make personal use of this Site. You are prohibited from:
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or related systems.
- Downloading or modifying any portion of the Site without express written consent.
- Using the Site for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless OSBC, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, or expenses (including attorneys’ fees) resulting from your breach of these Terms or your misuse of the Site.
11. User Conduct
You agree to use this Site only for lawful purposes. You may not post or transmit any content that:
- Contains viruses, malware, or other harmful code.
- Is defamatory, obscene, harassing, or otherwise objectionable.
- Violates the intellectual property or other rights of OSBC or any third party.
15. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or the use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Oregon.
12. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of OSBC or its content suppliers and protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or otherwise exploit the content without our express written permission.
16. Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, for any reason, without notice. In the event of termination, the disclaimers and limitations of liabilities set forth in these Terms will survive.
13. Disclaimer of Warranties & Limitation of Liability
- Disclaimer of Warranties: This Site and all information, content, and services made available to you are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
- Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, OSBC disclaims all liability for any damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site. This includes, without limitation, direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.
17. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or Terms of Use, please contact us at:
Oregon Somali Bravaness Community
10175 SW BARBUR BLVD SUITE 317B
Portland, OR 97219
Phone: +1 503-206-8944
Email: info@osbcpdx.org
