1. Use of the Website

1.1 Eligibility

To use this Site, you must be at least 13 years old. By accessing the Site, you confirm that you meet this age requirement.

1.2 User Conduct

You agree not to use the Site for any unlawful purpose or to engage in any activity that could harm AWU or other users. This includes but is not limited to:

Posting or transmitting offensive, discriminatory, or defamatory content

Attempting to gain unauthorized access to systems or networks

Impersonating any person or entity

Using bots or automated tools to scrape, extract, or manipulate data

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our services for violating these Terms.

2. Programs and Services

AWU offers a range of digital and in-person services aimed at supporting and empowering Arab women. These include memberships, mentorships, workshops, community programs, online training, and volunteer opportunities.

2.1 Memberships

Memberships are billed on a monthly ($49 USD) or annual ($499 USD) basis.

Membership includes access to exclusive content, virtual mentorship sessions, private community groups, and discounted event rates.

Memberships auto-renew unless cancelled via your account settings or by written request at least 7 days prior to renewal.

Refund Policy for Memberships:
Refunds are not provided for partial use or unused months. If you cancel your membership, your access will continue until the end of your current billing cycle.

2.2 Events and Workshops

AWU hosts both free and ticketed events, workshops, and seminars.

Registration is required for all events.

Event fees, if applicable, are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by AWU.

Some events may be recorded. By attending, you grant AWU the right to use recordings for educational or promotional purposes, unless you opt out in writing prior to the event.

2.3 One-on-One Services

AWU offers individual services including:

Resume and Career Support

LinkedIn Optimization

Personal Branding Strategy

Small Business Coaching

These services are customized per client and billed upfront. Clients must complete the intake form and schedule their session within 30 days of purchase.

Refund Policy for One-on-One Services:
Refunds are not granted once work has begun or after 3 business days of purchase, whichever comes first.

2.4 Volunteer Programs

Volunteers must complete an application and may be subject to a background check. Participation in AWU volunteer efforts is based on alignment with our mission, behavior standards, and available roles.

AWU reserves the right to suspend or terminate volunteer engagement at its discretion.

3. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site—including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, videos, audio clips, documents, and course material—is the property of AWU or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

You may not:

Reproduce, redistribute, or republish our content without permission

Use AWU branding in a misleading or unauthorized manner

Record, share, or duplicate any educational content without consent

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

4. Payments and Billing

4.1 Payment Processing

All payments are processed securely via third-party providers such as Stripe or PayPal. AWU does not store credit card information directly.

By submitting payment information, you authorize AWU to charge the indicated amount for the selected services or membership.

4.2 Currency and Taxes

All prices are listed in U.S. Dollars (USD) unless otherwise stated. Additional charges, such as taxes or international currency conversion fees, may apply and are the responsibility of the user.

5. Privacy and Data Security

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information on how we collect, use, and protect your data.

AWU uses your information to:

Deliver services and programs

Communicate updates, newsletters, and promotions

Improve user experience through analytics

Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. You may unsubscribe from emails at any time via the “unsubscribe” link or by contacting us.

6. User-Generated Content

Some areas of the site may allow you to post or submit content such as comments, photos, testimonials, or messages. By submitting content:

You grant AWU a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display the content in any medium.

You represent that the content is original and does not violate any rights of third parties.

We reserve the right to remove or modify content that violates these Terms or is deemed inappropriate.

7. Cancellation and Termination

AWU reserves the right to:

Cancel programs, events, or services for any reason (with appropriate refund where applicable)

Suspend or terminate user access for violation of our Terms, Code of Conduct, or community standards

Refuse service to anyone for behavior that is abusive, discriminatory, or violates the spirit of our mission

You may cancel your membership or participation at any time, but refunds will only be issued per the policies outlined in Section 2.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, AWU shall not be liable for any:

Direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages

Loss of data, revenue, or profits

Harm arising from delays, missed events, third-party platform issues, or misuse of content

Our services are offered “as-is” with no warranties expressed or implied.

9. External Links and Third-Party Tools

This Site may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or resources. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those external sites.

You acknowledge that use of any third-party tool (e.g., Zoom, Stripe, Google Forms, Calendly) is subject to their respective terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan, USA, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved in the courts located in Wayne County, Michigan.

11. Modifications to Terms

AWU reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.

Your continued use of the Site or participation in services after changes are posted constitutes your agreement to the revised Terms.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms or any of our policies, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.arabwomenunited.org/contact-us