TERMS OF USE
Last updated: October 2025
Welcome to the Open Chair website (the “Site”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Use govern your use of the Open Chair website and any services accessible via the Site, including event registration, mentorship programme applications, sponsorship enquiries, and newsletter subscriptions.
2. Use of the Site
You agree to use the Site:
– Lawfully, honestly, and in accordance with these Terms of Use
– Only for purposes related to Open Chair’s services, events, mentorship, sponsorship, and community engagement
You must not:
– Use the Site for any unlawful, harmful, or abusive purpose
– Upload viruses, malware, or other harmful code
– Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the Site, servers, or data
3. Event Registration, Mentorship, and Sponsorship
– Information submitted through the Site must be accurate, complete, and up-to-date.
– Event registration, mentorship applications, and sponsorship enquiries are subject to approval by Open Chair.
– Open Chair reserves the right to refuse participation or revoke access to events or programmes at its discretion.
4. User Responsibilities
By using the Site, you agree to:
– Provide truthful and accurate information
– Maintain the confidentiality of any login credentials provided
– Respect other participants, mentors, speakers, and sponsors
– Comply with any additional rules communicated by Open Chair for specific programmes or events
5. Intellectual Property
All content on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and materials, is the property of Open Chair or its licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
You may not:
– Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without written permission
– Use Open Chair branding or materials for commercial purposes without consent
6. Liability and Disclaimer
– The Site is provided “as is” and “as available.” Open Chair makes no warranties regarding the Site’s accuracy, reliability, or availability.
– Open Chair is not liable for any loss, damage, or injury arising from your use of the Site or participation in its events, mentorship, or sponsorship programmes, except where prohibited by law.
– Links to third-party websites are provided for convenience only; Open Chair is not responsible for their content or policies.
7. Privacy
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how Open Chair collects, processes, and protects your personal information in accordance with POPIA.
8. Termination
Open Chair may suspend or terminate your access to the Site or its services at any time for breach of these Terms of Use or any applicable law.
9. Changes to Terms
Open Chair reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of South Africa. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.
11. Contact
If you have questions regarding these Terms of Use, please contact:
Open Chair
Email: thewomen@openchair.tv