Terms of Use

1) Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and any additional policies referenced here (including our Privacy Policy).

If you do not agree with these Terms, do not use the website.

2) Eligibility

You must be able to form a legally binding agreement to use this website. If you are using the website on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

3) Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The “Last updated” date indicates when changes were made. Continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

4) Website Purpose

AGS provides educational and informational content, announcements, and opportunities related to surgery, global surgery, research, and academic programs.

5) Acceptable Use

You agree not to misuse the website. Prohibited activities include:

• Violating any applicable law or regulation.
• Attempting unauthorized access to systems, accounts, or data.
• Interfering with or disrupting the website’s operation or security.
• Uploading or transmitting malicious code (viruses, malware).
• Scraping, crawling, or harvesting content or data in a way that unreasonably burdens the website.
• Using the website to send spam or unsolicited communications.
• Misrepresenting your identity or affiliation.

6) Accounts, Applications & Registrations (if applicable)

Some sections of the website may allow you to submit applications, requests, or registrations. You agree that information you provide is accurate and that you will keep it updated where appropriate.

• You are responsible for your submissions and any activity associated with them.
• We may reject, suspend, or remove submissions that violate these Terms.

7) Communications

If you contact us, you agree that we may respond via the communication methods you provide (e.g., email), subject to our Privacy Policy.

8) Intellectual Property

The website and its content (including text, graphics, logos, design, and materials) are owned by AGS or its licensors and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may view, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use only, unless otherwise stated.

• No reproduction, distribution, or creation of derivative works for commercial purposes without permission.
• Trademarks and logos may not be used without prior written consent.

9) User Content (if applicable)

If you submit content (e.g., messages, files, applications), you grant AGS a non-exclusive, worldwide license to use that content solely for the purpose of operating, reviewing, and improving our programs and communications, and as needed to comply with law.

You represent that you have all necessary rights to submit such content and that it does not infringe third-party rights.

11) Links to Third Parties

The website may contain links to third-party websites or services. AGS does not control and is not responsible for third-party content, policies, or practices. Access third-party services at your own risk.

12) Availability

We may modify, suspend, or discontinue the website (in whole or in part) at any time without notice. We are not liable for any unavailability or interruption.

13) Disclaimer of Warranties

The website is provided “as is” and “as available.” To the fullest extent permitted by law, AGS disclaims all warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

14) Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, AGS will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from or related to your use of the website.

15) Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless AGS and its affiliates, officers, directors, members, and partners from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your use of the website or your violation of these Terms.

16) Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the website at any time if we reasonably believe you violated these Terms or if necessary to protect the website or others.

17) Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws applicable in the jurisdiction where AGS operates, without regard to conflict of law principles. Courts located in that jurisdiction will have exclusive jurisdiction, unless applicable law provides otherwise.

18) Contact

If you have questions about these Terms, contact us at contact@academygs.org.