Welcome to the African Wildlife Initiative (AWI) website, programs, and services. By accessing www.awlife.site, enrolling in our educational programs, making donations, volunteering, or participating in our events, you (“User,” “You,” “Your”) agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). The African Wildlife Initiative is a U.S.-registered nonprofit organization headquartered at 1500 E Scotwood Dr, Wasilla, Alaska 99654, US, with field operations in Nairobi, Kenya. Our mission is to conserve African wildlife through early childhood education, community engagement, and direct conservation action. These Terms govern all aspects of your interaction with AWI, including our website, digital platforms, field programs, and communications. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must discontinue use of our services immediately.

1. Acceptance of Terms
   Your access to and use of AWI services constitutes acceptance of these Terms and any future updates. You must be at least 13 years old to create an account or make a donation. If you are under 18, your parent or legal guardian must review and agree to these Terms on your behalf. AWI reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms. We recommend reviewing these Terms periodically.
2. Use of Services
   AWI grants you a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to access our website, curriculum, apps, and materials solely for personal, educational, and non-commercial use in connection with our mission. You agree:

Not to use AWI services for illegal, harmful, or abusive purposes (e.g., hacking, spam, hate speech).
Not to copy, modify, distribute, sell, or exploit our materials, logos, or content without prior written permission from AWI.
Not to misuse our forms, donation portals, or systems (e.g., submitting false registrations, fraudulently soliciting funds).
To use all content in accordance with our licensing: Educational materials (downloadable worksheets, stories, apps) are free for non-commercial use but require attribution to AWI. Commercial use (e.g., selling our curricula, using AWI branding in ads) requires a written license from permissions@awlife.site.
Not to engage in data scraping, bots, or automated access to our website, servers, or databases.

3. User Registration and Accounts
   Certain services (e.g., teacher accounts, volunteer profiles, fundraiser pages) require registration. You agree to:

Provide accurate, current, and complete information.
Maintain and update your account details promptly.
Keep your username, password, and security questions confidential. You are responsible for all activity under your account.
Notify AWI immediately of unauthorized access or breaches (contact: security@awlife.site).
AWI reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts for violations of these Terms, fraudulent activity, or non-compliance with safety standards.

4. Donations and Financial Transactions
   All donations are voluntary and non-refundable. AWI is not responsible for donation errors (e.g., incorrect amounts, failed processing) outside our control (e.g., bank issues). Contact donate@awlife.site for donation-related questions.
   We use third-party payment processors (Stripe, PayPal) for all transactions. AWI does not store your full credit card or banking details. You agree to comply with the processor’s terms.
   Donors may request a tax receipt for U.S. donations (charitable contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, EIN: [Insert AWI EIN here]). Receipts are issued automatically for online donations.
   AWI reserves the right to refuse, limit, or return donations at our discretion (e.g., excessive frequency, suspicious sources, use of offensive language).
   Fundraising: If you launch a campaign using our tools, you agree to use funds only for AWI-approved purposes and to comply with local laws (e.g., fundraising registration, tax reporting). AWI is not liable for your campaign’s financial or legal compliance.
5. Educational Programs and Services
   Curriculum & Materials: AWI provides free access to our “Little Guardians of the Savanna” curriculum, digital apps, and printable resources for non-commercial educational use only. Schools, homeschooling families, and NGOs may download and use materials with attribution to AWI. Commercial use (e.g., selling our content, integrating into for-profit products) requires a license.
   Workshops & Events: Registration fees (if any) are non-refundable unless the event is canceled by AWI. Refunds for AWI-canceled events will be issued within 30 days. For in-person events, you assume all risks and waive liability (see Section 10).
   Virtual Programs: Participation is at your own risk. AWI does not guarantee internet connectivity, app functionality, or real-time data updates (e.g., virtual safari streams).
   Children’s Participation: Parents/guardians must supervise children during online and in-person activities. By registering a child, you consent to AWI’s Privacy Policy (see Section 6) and grant permission for program-related activities.
6. Privacy and Children’s Rights
   Your privacy is central to our mission. By using AWI services, you agree to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference into these Terms. Key points:

We collect only necessary data to deliver services and comply with legal obligations.
We never sell your information. Third-party sharing is limited and governed by strict contracts.
For children under 13, parental consent is required for online activities (see Privacy Policy for details).
You retain rights to access, update, or delete your data. Submit requests to privacy@awlife.site.

7. Intellectual Property
   All content on this website, including but not limited to:

Text, stories, activity guides, lesson plans
Logos, brand names, “African Wildlife Initiative” name and seal
Videos, illustrations, animations, app code, website design
is the exclusive property of AWI or its licensors and is protected by U.S., Kenyan, and international copyright laws.
You may share, display, and use content for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes with proper attribution (e.g., “Courtesy of African Wildlife Initiative, www.awlife.site”).
No reproduction, distribution, or derivative works are permitted without written consent. Requests must be submitted to permissions@awlife.site and will be evaluated case-by-case.
Trademarks: “African Wildlife Initiative,” “Little Guardians of the Savanna,” “Savanna Speaks,” and related marks may not be used without prior authorization.

Volunteer Program
Volunteers (“you”) contribute time and skills at their own risk. AWI provides orientation, training, and safety guidelines, but you assume full responsibility for your actions, health, and equipment.
Background Checks: For on-site or youth-facing roles, AWI may require criminal background checks. You agree to provide necessary information.
Field Opportunities: International travel and on-ground work in Africa involve inherent risks (e.g., health, security, political instability). AWI does not guarantee safety or insurance coverage. Participants must obtain their own travel insurance.
AWI reserves the right to reject, suspend, or terminate any volunteer at any time for non-compliance, safety concerns, or misconduct.