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User Agreement and Privacy Policy including Guidelines for Kiwanis-family Web Sites and Internet Safety Guidelines
User Agreement and Privacy Policy
Welcome to Kiwanis.org, the official Web site of Kiwanis International. Please read this agreement; by using this Web site, you accept its terms.
This User Agreement applies to all of the Web sites where it is posted, namely the official Web site for Kiwanis International and all Kiwanis-family programs sites. Those Web sites are referred to collectively in this User Agreement as “The Kiwanis-family Sites.” Additional terms and conditions may apply on individual Kiwanis-family sites.
The Web is an evolving medium; we may alter the terms of this User Agreement periodically. By continuing to use any of the Kiwanis-family sites after we post any such changes, you accept this User Agreement, as modified. We may change, restrict access to, suspend or discontinue the Kiwanis-family sites, or any portion thereof, at any time.
If you disagree with any material you find on the Kiwanis-family sites, we recommend that you respond by noting your disagreement in an appropriate e-mail to internet@kiwanis.org. We also invite you to bring to our attention any material you believe to be factually inaccurate. Despite our efforts to provide useful and accurate information, errors may appear from time to time. Kiwanis International and the Kiwanis-family sites make no warranty as to the reliability, accuracy, timeliness, usefulness or completeness of the information on the Kiwanis-family sites. Kiwanis International is not responsible for, and cannot guarantee the performance of, goods and services provided by our advertisers, corporate partners or others to whose sites we may link. A link to another Web site does not constitute an endorsement of that site (nor of any product, service or other material offered on that site) by Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family programs.
The Kiwanis International staff does its best to ensure that information we post to the Kiwanis-family sites is both timely and accurate. But the news changes over time and articles and reports that were accurate when posted quickly become old news. Though we may post follow-up reports, and may continue to provide access to the original report, as in an archive of news stories, for example, we do not, as a rule, go back and change the original articles to reflect new developments.
TERMS OF USE, WEB SITES
Kiwanis International has created and maintains Kiwanis.org as a service to Kiwanians around the globe. Access to and use of the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites is subject to the following terms and conditions and all applicable laws. By accessing and browsing the site, you accept, without limitation or qualification, the terms and conditions and other notices. You acknowledge full and complete agreement with these terms.
WEB SITE REGISTRATION
To obtain access to certain services on the Kiwanis-family sites and member resource portal, you may be asked to register. As part of any such registration process, you will select a user name and a password. You agree that you will not attempt to register under the name of another person. Kiwanis International reserves the right to reject or terminate any user name that, in its judgement, it deems offensive or unauthorized. You will be responsible for preserving the confidentiality of your password and will notify Kiwanis International of any known or suspected unauthorized use of your account. You must be at least 13 years of age to register on any Kiwanis-family Web site. You also agree to inform Kiwanis International if there is a change in the information you provided at the time of your initial registration, including change of name, address or e-mail.
PHOTOGRAPHY AND STORY RIGHTS
When writing about or photographing others, please state explicitly in your submission to us that you have obtained permission from those in the story or photograph. You must state that this is your own work, the story is true, and you are liable for the content.
By uploading a photo, you certify that you own the photo or have the right to permit Kiwanis International and Kiwanis-family programs exclusive rights to use and publish the image or story, and that you understand that all photographs submitted to Kiwanis International may be published, used or distributed in print, electronic, and other media in a multi-author platform, communications, or promotional vehicle. Kiwanis International reserves the right to reject any photograph.
INTERNATIONAL WEB SITE USERS
The Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites are controlled, operated and administered by Kiwanis International from its offices within Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. You may not use this site or sites or export the materials, information or services on this site or sites in violation of U.S. export laws and regulations. If you access our sites from outside the U.S., you are responsible for compliance with all applicable laws.
Anyone may submit their story or photograph online, but all stories must be in English or translated into English before submission unless posted on an official foreign language site.
BLOGS, CHAT ROOMS AND FORUMS
Kiwanis International wants to encourage an open exchange of information and ideas. But we cannot and do not review every posting made in blogs, chat rooms, forums, and other public posting areas. You can expect these areas to include content, information and opinions from a variety of individuals and organizations other than Kiwanis International. We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of any posting, regardless of whether the posting comes from a user, from a celebrity or "expert" guest, or from a member of our staff.
Responsibility for what is posted in the blogs, chat rooms, forums, and other public posting areas on Kiwanis.org and Kiwanis-family sites lies with each user. By using the Kiwanis International sites, you agree not to post or transmit any libelous, defamatory, abusive, obscene, pornographic, threatening or illegal material, or any other material that infringes on the ability of others to enjoy and utilize the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites or that infringes on the rights of others. You may not post or transmit any message anonymously or under a false name. You may not permit any person to access, using your account, any features of the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites that may require registration. We retain the right to deny access to anyone who we believe in our sole discretion has violated these terms or any other term of this User Agreement.
Although Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites cannot monitor all the postings in blogs, chat rooms, forums, and other public posting areas, we reserve the right (but assume no obligation) to delete, move or edit any postings, including without limitation any video or audio submissions, that come to our attention that we consider unacceptable or inappropriate, whether for legal or other reasons.
Remember that all information that is disclosed in these areas becomes public information and you should exercise caution when deciding to share any of your personal information. Any user who finds material posted by another user objectionable is encouraged to contact us via e-mail.
This site may contain links to other web sites and files. We have no control over the content and can not ensure it will not be offensive or objectionable. We will, however, remove links to material that we feel is inappropriate as we become aware of them.
Cookies must be turned on in your browser to participate as a user in these forums. Cookies are used here to hold your username and password and viewing options, allowing you to login.
PODCASTS AND VIDEO
Kiwanis.org's podcasting and/or video feeds and downloads may consist of news and information files that may be downloaded to your computer and/or transferred to your portable MP3 player. These services are available only for private, noncommercial use. Any other uses, including without limitation the incorporation of advertising into or the placement of advertising associated with or targeted toward the podcast or video content, are strictly prohibited. You may not edit or modify or redistribute the podcast or video content or links supplied by kiwanis.org.
Kiwanis.org's podcast or video feeds, downloads, and content are protected by US and international copyright laws. Kiwanis.org owns all rights including copyright to the content, and to Kiwanis International logos and trademarks used in connection with the feeds, downloads and content.
Kiwanis.org reserves the right to discontinue providing any or all of the podcast or video services at any time and to require you to cease displaying, distributing, or otherwise using any or all of the podcast or video content for any reason including, without limitation, your violation of any provision of this User Agreement. Kiwanis.org assumes no liability for any of your activities in connection with the podcast or video content and/or the podcast or video feeds or downloads, or for your use of the podcast or video content and/or the feeds and/or downloads in connection with your Web site, computer, or MP3 player.
COPYRIGHTS, TRADEMARKS AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS FOR THE KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL AND/OR KIWANIS-FAMILY WEB SITES
We don't want anyone to be confused as to which materials and services are provided by Kiwanis International and/or the Kiwanis-family sites and which are not. You may not use any trademark or service mark appearing on the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites without the prior written consent of the owner of the mark.
Kiwanis International requires you not to use the the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites to violate anyone's copyright, trademark or other intellectual property rights. By submitting material to the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites, you are representing that you are the owner of the material, or are making your submission with the express consent of the owner. You also warrant that all moral rights in any material that you submit to us have been waived. Submitting material that is the property of another, without the consent of its owner, is not only a violation of this User Agreement, but may also subject you to legal liability for infringement of copyright, trademark or other intellectual property rights.
Unless otherwise indicated, all information contained in the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites including style, content, text, logos, design, graphics, etc. is Copyright © 2007 Kiwanis International. All rights reserved.
NO SOLICITING
You agree not to use the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites to advertise, or to solicit anyone to buy or sell, products or services, nor to solicit anyone to make donations of any kind, without our express written approval.
NO SPAMMING
From time to time, users post their e-mail addresses in our blogs, chat rooms, forums, and other public posting areas. You may not gather these e-mail addresses for commercial or illegal purposes, such as sending unsolicited e-mail or instant messages.
NO FRAMING
Without the prior written permission of Kiwanis International, you may not frame, or make it appear that a third-party site is presenting or endorsing, any of the content of the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites, or incorporate any intellectual property, or any of their licensors into another website or other service.
WEB SITE CONTENT PERMISSIONS
Kiwanis International maintains Kiwanis.org for the nonprofit use of Kiwanians around the world. Only the following permissions are granted:
-- Unless otherwise noted, non-Kiwanian entities must seek permission from Kiwanis International before first producing any materials from this site;
-- Particular articles or sections must be reproduced in their entirety in original form and format; you may not edit or otherwise change the content, or change or delete any copyright, trademark or other proprietary notices.
-- Graphics and marks may be scaled but Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family program marks and logos may not be reduced or enlarged beyond legibility and may not be modified, altered or obstructed, as outlined in the respective graphic standards manuals.
-- All copies must include a statement that the material was reproduced from Kiwanis.org or the Kiwanis-family sites with permission.
-- All copies include the following tag: “Copyright © 2007 Kiwanis International. All right reserved.”
-- No fee may be charged for any content copied from our sites, or for access to the content on the sites. All commercial use of our content, offline or online, is prohibited.
-- Attribution notice for content from a Kiwanis International site or publication must be given in the following form: Article name, publication, issue and date
Provided you comply with all terms listed, you may use content from this site as a non-exclusive, non-transferable license granted.
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIABILITY FOR KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL AND/OR KIWANIS-FAMILY WEB SITES
We endeavor to make the Kiwanis International and Kiwanis-family sites enjoyable and beneficial Web sites, but we cannot guarantee that users will always find all within their personal preferences. Please read this Disclaimer carefully before using any of the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites:
- Kiwanis International and its programs reserve the right to change these terms and conditions at any time. The changes will appear on this screen. By using kiwanis.org and the Kiwanis-family sites, you agree in advance to accept any changes.
- The materials used and displayed on kiwanis.org and the Kiwanis-family sites, including but not limited to text; software; photographs; graphics; illustrations and artwork; video; music and sound; and names, logos, trademarks, and service marks are the property of kiwanis.org or its programs or licensors and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Any such content may be displayed solely for your personal, noncommercial use. You agree not to modify, reproduce, retransmit, distribute, disseminate, sell, publish, broadcast, or circulate any such material without the written permission of kiwanis.org or the appropriate program.
- Kiwanis.org and the Kiwanis-family sites contain information, facts, and opinions from various individuals and organizations. KIWANIS.ORG AND THE SITES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS-IS" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF TITLE OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OTHER THAN THOSE WARRANTIES WHICH ARE IMPOSED BY AND INCAPABLE OF EXCLUSION, RESTRICTION, OR MODIFICATION UNDER THE LAWS APPLICABLE TO THIS AGREEMENT. NEITHER GENERAL INTERNET, INC., OR ITS AFFILIATES ENDORSE OR ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCURACY OR RELIABILITY OF ANY OPINION, ADVICE, OR STATEMENT ON KIWANIS.ORG OR THE SITES.
- Your use of kiwanis.org and the sites is at your own risk. NEITHER KIWANIS.ORG, KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL, OR ANY OF ITS SUBSIDIARIES, DIVISIONS, DISTRICTS, PROGRAMS, AGENTS, REPRESENTATIVES, OR LICENSORS SHALL BE LIABLE TO YOU OR ANYONE ELSE FOR ANY LOSS OR INJURY OR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE, OR SIMILAR DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF YOUR ACCESS OR USE OF, OR YOUR INABILITY TO ACCESS OR USE, KIWANIS.ORG AND THE SITES AND THE INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON KIWANIS.ORG AND THE SITES OR ARISING OUT OF ANY ACTION TAKEN IN RESPONSE TO OR AS A RESULT OF ANY INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON KIWANIS.ORG AND THE SITES. YOU HEREBY WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS AGAINST KIWANIS.ORG, OR KIWANIS INTERNATIONAL AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES, DIVISIONS, DISTRICTS, PROGRAMS, AGENTS, REPRESENTATIVES, AND LICENSORS ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF KIWANIS.ORG AND THE SITES AND THE INFORMATION AVAILABLE THEREON.
- This User Agreement and any disputes arising out of or related to Kiwanis International, kiwanis.org, and the sites shall be governed by, and construed and enforced in accordance with, the laws of the State of Indiana.
- You acknowledge and consent and agree that Kiwanis International may access, preserve, and disclose your account information and materials if required to do so by law or in a good faith belief that such access, preservation, or disclosure is reasonably necessary to (a) comply with legal process; (b) enforce these Terms of Use; (c) respond to claims that any materials violate the rights of third parties; (d) respond to your requests for customer service; or (e) protect the rights, property, or personal safety of kiwanis.org, its users, and the public.
PRIVACY POLICY
Addresses and phone numbers of Kiwanians listed in the Kiwanis International Directory shall not be posted on Kiwanis-family Web sites without approval of the Kiwanis International Board.
Kiwanis International will maintain such privacy policies and safeguards for its Web sites and subsidiary Web services as are necessary to protect members and guests from unsolicited commercial e-mail, telemarketing, harassment, obscenity, libel, slander, etc. Registered users of member-only services within the Kiwanis-family Web sites are solely responsible for their use of those services and shall indemnify Kiwanis International from legal actions arising from such use. Acceptance of a privacy policy and terms of use at time of registration will serve as acceptance by the member of this responsibility and the more specific requirements therein.
We respect your right to privacy and we do not share your e-mail address with any organization outside the Kiwanis family. If you wish to stop your e-mail alerts and subscription, we respectfully will honor your request. Please e-mail your preference or mail Kiwanis International Webmaster, 3636 Woodview Trace, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46268-2647
Information you provide during registration is not outsourced or used for any advertising by Kiwanis Family Member Community. If you believe someone is sending you advertisements as a result of the information you provided through your registration, please notify us immediately No personal information is automatically collected from users of the Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites. However, certain non-personal information is recorded by the standard operation of the Internet server and/or Internet service provider. Information recorded may include the type of browser being used, your domain name, or time spent browsing the site.
Personally identifiable information that may be collected from forms you voluntarily fill out may be retained by Kiwanis International and is not transferred to third parties. The site has security measures in place to protect the loss, misuse and alteration of user information under our control. All forms that collect information from you use SSL (security sockets layer) to provide privacy for the data flowing between your browser and Kiwanis International or Kiwanis-family sites.
To comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), we do not collect information from children under the age of 13. You must be 13 or older to submit your story and/or photographs. Further, if you are age 18 or younger, you must have the permission of your parent or guardian to complete your submission.
We will also respect the wishes of any donor who wishes to remain anonymous.
Guidelines for Kiwanis-family Web Sites
These guidelines are instituted by the Kiwanis International Board to be maintained and updated by Kiwanis International Staff. The Kiwanis-family Web site guidelines (the Guidelines from here on) are intended to illuminate policies governing the operation of the Kiwanis-family Web sites and all Web sites linked to or from those sites. The Guidelines also provide specific rules governing Kiwanis-family club Web sites.
Kiwanis International maintains the official Kiwanis-family Web sites as a service to Kiwanis-family clubs and interested guests. The Kiwanis-family Web sites include and are not limited to: Kiwanis International, Kiwanis International Foundation, Circle K International, Key Club International, Builders Club, K-Kids, Aktion Club, Kiwanis Junior, and the Kiwanis International Office. “Kiwanis-family club” refers to any member, club, division or district of the above-mentioned organizations and “Kiwanis-family club Web sites” refers to Web sites administered by those entities and not Kiwanis International.
I. Kiwanis-family Web sites
LINKS
Kiwanis International will maintain links to Kiwanis-family club Web sites. Kiwanis International will maintain links to any organizations officially approved by the International Board. Kiwanis International will not establish a link to any commercial organization except as part of an advertising contract or in the context of an official Kiwanis-family relationship, unless as provided for below. Kiwanis International has the right to delete a link for any reason.
Page design and content
Kiwanis International assumes no responsibility for any sites linked to/from its Kiwanis-family Web sites. Further, it assumes no obligation to edit submissions (e.g., message board posts, photo uploads, etc.) to be posted on the Kiwanis-family Web sites. Kiwanis International reserves the right to edit, rewrite, and delete content at its discretion.
Kiwanis International is not responsible for informing anyone of any Kiwanis-family Web site changes, such as change of addresses for literature items or forms. Thus, Kiwanis International discourages deep linking to resources and pages within the Kiwanis-family Web sites unless as directed by Kiwanis International.
Kiwanis International assumes no responsibility for the content of sites linked to/from the official Kiwanis-family Web sites.
POLITICAL ACTIVITY OUTSIDE KIWANIS
Although a Kiwanis-family Web site can provide balanced information on all candidates running for a given office as a public service, it shall not endorse a political candidate.
POLITICAL ACTIVITY WITHIN KIWANIS
A candidate for a position on the Kiwanis International Board of Trustees may establish a Web site. Upon request by the candidate, Kiwanis International will provide a link or reference to the candidate’s campaign Web site within posted biographies or listings of candidates.
Endorsements of candidates for office in the Kiwanis family at the division, district, and International level may be posted only if the club or district board of directors votes to endorse and directs that the endorsement be announced on the Web site.
Endorsements or critiques of amendments and resolutions at the district and International levels may be posted only if the club or district board of directors votes on these issues and directs that the decision be announced on the Web site
II. Kiwanis-family club Web sites
Kiwanis-family club Web sites should be linked to the appropriate Kiwanis-family Web site (i.e.: Kiwanis clubs to Kiwanis International, Key Clubs to Key Club International, etc.).
Kiwanis International does not provide Web hosting services for Kiwanis-family clubs but may link to or suggest authorized licensee, commercial, governmental, and non-profit Web hosts as it sees fit.
SUBMITTING REQUESTS FOR LINKS
To request a link from a Kiwanis-family Web site, you must submit an official request using the proper form by visiting that particular site’s homepage and clicking “Kiwanis Family Links,” then clicking “Submit Web Site Link” (if the choice is available). Other methods of submitting link requests, by e-mail for example, will generally not be accepted. A separate form submission is necessary for each link requested.
[Click here to add or change a Kiwanis-family club link on this Web site]
In addition, by receiving a link on an official Kiwanis site, you agree to notify Kiwanis International of address changes using the official request form.
All of the Guidelines must be met, which includes refraining from unauthorized deep linking and linking to the appropriate Kiwanis-family Web site.
AUTOMATIC LINKING SERVICE
Using Kiwanis International's automatic linking service, Kiwanis-family clubs can claim a virtual directory under the desired Kiwanis-family Web site. For example, the Kiwanis Club of Granby could use “http://www.kiwanis.org/club/granby/” as its permanent address. The Kiwanis International service automatically will switch to the real, more complicated address.
This free service has many benefits. The address is permanent. Though a Kiwanis-family Web site may switch its Web host or have the address changed by its current Web host, the Kiwanis-family formatted address will remain the same. There will be no need to reprint Kiwanis-family club stationery. Also, the address is simple and easy to remember.
The automatic linking service is available to all Kiwanis-family clubs (including districts and divisions).
To use this service, clubs must follow these guidelines:
- This is not a Web site hosting service; Kiwanis-family clubs must secure Web hosting accounts independently.
- The site must be a Kiwanis-family club, division, or district site (Kiwanis, Circle K, Kiwanis Junior, Key Club, Builders Club, Aktion Club, or K-Kids only).
- The site must include a prominent link to the respective International home page.
- The site must accord with the Guidelines for Kiwanis Family Web sites as instituted by the Kiwanis International Board.
- Subdirectories (/club/, /division/, /district/) will be part of the address to distinguish clubs, divisions, and districts and to help maintain the structural arrangement of the Kiwanis and Key Club International sites.
- Addresses are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Kiwanis International reserves the right to update or change these rules or revoke this service to a Kiwanis-family club at any time.
MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
A Kiwanis-family club shall not solicit new members through its Web site, but it may invite persons interested in learning more about the club to attend a meeting or to receive more information about the club. Only when a member is ready to stand as a sponsor may a person be considered for membership.
OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS, EMBLEMS, AND TRADEMARKS
Every Kiwanis-family club Web site shall adhere to the Bylaws, Policies, and Procedures of its organization. These governing documents define the standards and practices of all official Kiwanis entities. Copies and interpretations of these documents are available from the Member Services Department at the Kiwanis International Office.
Kiwanis International documents cannot be copied or distributed without express permission of Kiwanis International.
Kiwanis-family clubs, club members, divisions, districts, federations, and foundations are permitted to use the Kiwanis name and Kiwanis Family registered trademarks on their Web sites provided such use conforms with Kiwanis International Policy C 4, “Use of Name or Emblem,” and provided that the marks are not connected to commercial activity. To learn more about restrictions on the “Use of Name or Emblems,” see the document titled “Kiwanis International’s Authorized Licensees” on the Kiwanis International Web site. Kiwanis registered marks shall not be used in combination with any other emblem or name.
Kiwanis registered trade marks shall not be used on or in connection with any goods or services or in connection with any goods or services or as a trade name by a person, firm, or corporation without prior written approval of Kiwanis International.
It is the responsibility of every Kiwanis entity, each club of the Kiwanis family, and every individual Kiwanis Family member to ensure that the official Kiwanis-owned registered marks maintain the respect of Kiwanis International has earned over the years. Their protection as registered marks from unauthorized use demands the highest priority.
All officially accepted Kiwanis International amendments and resolutions to be considered at the annual Kiwanis International Convention will be posted on the Kiwanis International Web site. To avoid confusion, these items should not be posted on club, district, or division sites. Similarly, clubs should not post amendments or resolutions to be considered at the district level.
WEB PAGE DESIGN AND CONTENT
The home page of a Kiwanis-family club, division, district, federation, or foundation must clearly identify the entity sponsoring the page so that it will not be confused with any Kiwanis-family Web site, the only sites representing all of the Kiwanis Family. All such home pages should contain a link to its related Kiwanis-family Web site and refrain from deep linking to such site.
Content and design of a club, division, and a district Web site should clearly represent only its club, division, or district and not the Kiwanis Family as a whole.
Clubs, divisions, and districts are encouraged to submit project stories and photos to the Kiwanis-family Web sites. Kiwanis assumes no responsibility for the uploaded material.
Clubs, divisions, and districts are urged to assert the following statement:
“The (name of Kiwanis-family club) assumes no responsibility for any sites linked to/from its Web site, has no obligation to edit posted submissions, and reserves the right to edit, rewrite, and delete content that it deems inappropriate for any reason.”
Any Kiwanis-family club creating a Web site should obtain an agreement from the developer assigning all rights for the content of the site to that Kiwanis-family club.
COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY
A Kiwanis-family club Web site, like a bulletin or newsletter, may carry advertising or recognition for donations but shall not endorse products or services.
Any Kiwanis-family club posting advertising on its Web site should obtain an agreement from each advertiser indemnifying the Kiwanis-family club and Kiwanis International against loss resulting from the advertisement including, without limitation, losses caused by trademark or copyright infringement and suits for defamation.
A Kiwanis-family club Web site may contain a link to a commercial site, but it should be clearly identified as part of an advertisement.
A Kiwanis-family club Web site shall not carry an advertisement or link to a commercial site that fails to meet the standards of the Objects of Kiwanis.
FUNDRAISING AND SOLICITATION
A Kiwanis-family club may promote only its Kiwanis-family related fundraising activities on its Web site. A member, club, district, or division shall not promote any program or project outside its club/division/district territory without prior approval of the Board of Trustees of Kiwanis International. Similarly, e-mail solicitation of funds or sales of products by a club within a district shall be confined to the geographic area in which the club functions except by mutual understanding and agreement of clubs or divisions in the area of solicitation. Advertising in support of club fundraising should be labeled as a fundraising activity of the club.
E-mail lists of Kiwanis-family members collected at a Web site or acquired by other means should not be used for junk mail without specific permission (opt-in process) of the members on the list. Kiwanis-family entities many not engage in unsolicited e-mail (Spam). The International Board must approve any commercial use of e-mail lists of Kiwanis-family clubs. .
Deep Linking: A process of linking to a page found deep within someone else's site. This is bad practice and is thought to contravene copyright law as it passes somebody else's data off as original content.
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Opt-in: A policy for giving permission under which the user explicitly permits the Web site operator to collect the information, use it in a specified manner and/or share it with others when such use or disclosure to third parties is unrelated to the purpose for which the information was collected. (http://www.getnetwise.org/glossary.php)
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Opt-out: A policy under which the user's permission is implied unless the user explicitly requests that his/her information not be collected, used and/or shared when such use or disclosure to third parties is unrelated to the purpose for which the information was collected. (http://www.getnetwise.org/glossary.php)
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INTERNET SAFETY GUIDELINES
Kiwanis International hopes that all site visitors use the Internet wisely. Please follow these safety guidelines:
· Keep your passwords private.
· Use only your login name and/or e-mail address when chatting or sending e-mail. Never give out personal information like name, address or phone number.
· Delete unknown e-mail attachments without opening them. They may contain destructive viruses.
· Remember that nothing you write on the Web is completely private – including e-mail, chat or forum posts, or blogs or blog comments.
For more Internet safety guidelines, visit GetNetWise.