Beyond Nomadism Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: August 16, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Beyond Nomadism website and services, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website located at www.beyondnomadism.org (the "Service") operated by Beyond Nomadism ("us", "we", or "our").

2. Description of Services

Beyond Nomadism is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting nomadic communities across Africa through:

  • Educational programs and initiatives
  • Healthcare access improvements
  • Sustainable livelihood projects
  • Water and sanitation projects
  • Cultural preservation efforts
  • Community development programs

Our website provides information about our programs, allows donations, volunteer applications, and facilitates community engagement.

3. User Responsibilities

3.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use our website and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Use the service for any unlawful purpose or to solicit others to perform unlawful acts
  • Violate any international, federal, provincial, or state regulations, rules, laws, or local ordinances
  • Infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the intellectual property rights of others
  • Harass, abuse, insult, harm, defame, slander, disparage, intimidate, or discriminate
  • Submit false or misleading information
  • Upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code
3.2 Account Security

If you create an account with us, you are responsible for maintaining the security of your account and password. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account.

4. Donations and Financial Contributions

4.1 Donation Policy

All donations made to Beyond Nomadism are:

  • Voluntary contributions to support our charitable mission
  • Used exclusively for charitable purposes in line with our mission
  • Non-refundable unless required by law or due to processing errors
  • Subject to applicable tax laws and regulations
4.2 Tax Receipts

Beyond Nomadism will provide tax receipts for donations as required by applicable tax laws. Donors are responsible for determining the tax deductibility of their contributions.

4.3 Use of Funds

We are committed to using donations efficiently and effectively. While we strive to direct funds to specific programs as indicated by donors, we reserve the right to allocate funds where they are most needed to fulfill our mission.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 Our Content

The content on this website, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, photographs, videos, audio, and software, is owned by Beyond Nomadism and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

5.3 User-Generated Content

By submitting content to our website (including comments, feedback, and suggestions), you grant Beyond Nomadism a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, modify, and distribute such content for our charitable purposes.

6. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

7. Volunteer Services

7.1 Volunteer Applications

Volunteer applications submitted through our website are subject to our volunteer screening process. Acceptance as a volunteer is at Beyond Nomadism's sole discretion.

7.2 Volunteer Responsibilities

Volunteers must:

  • Comply with Beyond Nomadism's policies and procedures
  • Respect the communities we serve
  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Act in accordance with our values and mission

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 Website Availability

While we strive to maintain our website's availability, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control.

8.2 Information Accuracy

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of information on our website, but we cannot guarantee that all information is current, complete, or error-free. Users should verify information independently when making decisions.

8.3 Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Beyond Nomadism shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including without limitation, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites. Your interactions with such third parties are solely between you and the third party.

10. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our website and services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the service will cease immediately.

11. Governing Law

These Terms shall be interpreted and governed by the laws of Kenya, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will try to provide at least 30 days' notice prior to any new terms taking effect.

What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. By continuing to access or use our service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

Beyond Nomadism

Post office address: -213;30500 Lodwar, Lorugum road next to Nakwamekwi Primary school.

Phone: +254710577005 / +254715594829

Email: info@beyondnomadism.org

Website: www.beyondnomadism.org

Important Notice

By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. These terms are legally binding and govern your relationship with Beyond Nomadism. Please review them carefully and contact us if you have any questions.