Welcome to Mend the World ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the Mend the World website, podcast, newsletter, social media channels, and any related services (collectively, the "Services").
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.
1. About Mend the World
Mend the World exists to foster meaningful conversations, thoughtful reflection, storytelling, and community engagement around topics that inspire positive change. The content shared through our Services is intended for informational and educational purposes.
2. Eligibility
You must be at least 13 years old to use this website. If you are under the age of 18, you may use the Services only with the involvement of a parent or legal guardian.
3. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise noted, all content on this website—including but not limited to:
* Podcast episodes
* Audio recordings
* Videos
* Articles
* Blog posts
* Graphics
* Logos
* Branding
* Photography
* Designs
* Downloads
* Written materials
is owned by Mend the World or used with permission and is protected by applicable copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
You may:
* View and share links to our content.
* Quote brief excerpts with proper attribution.
You may not:
* Copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, sell, or republish our content without prior written permission.
* Use our branding or logos without authorization.
* Create derivative works based on our content without permission.
4. User Conduct
When using our Services, you agree not to:
* Violate any applicable laws.
* Harass, threaten, or abuse others.
* Post defamatory, obscene, hateful, or discriminatory content.
* Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our website or systems.
* Introduce viruses or malicious software.
* Interfere with the operation or security of the Services.
We reserve the right to remove comments or restrict access for users who violate these Terms.
User-Submitted Content
If you submit comments, messages, questions, testimonials, or other content to us, you grant Mend the World a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, edit, publish, and display that content in connection with our Services, unless otherwise agreed.
You represent that:
* You own or have permission to share the content.
* Your submission does not violate the rights of any third party.
6. Newsletter
If you subscribe to our newsletter, you agree to receive periodic emails from us regarding podcast episodes, resources, updates, and related content.
You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every email.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, resources, products, or services.
We are not responsible for:
* The content of third-party websites.
* Their privacy practices.
* Their products or services.
* Any damages arising from your use of third-party websites.
Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.
8. Educational Information Only
The information shared through Mend the World—including podcast episodes, articles, interviews, newsletters, videos, and resources—is provided for general informational and educational purposes only.
Nothing on this website should be considered legal, financial, medical, mental health, or professional advice.
Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding your specific circumstances.
9. No Guarantees
We strive to provide thoughtful, accurate, and timely content. However, we make no guarantees regarding:
* Accuracy
* Completeness
* Reliability
* Availability
* Results obtained from using our Services
Your use of the Services is at your own discretion and risk.
10. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mend the World disclaims all warranties, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Mend the World, its founders, hosts, contributors, affiliates, employees, volunteers, and partners shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages arising out of or related to your use of the Services.
Our total liability for any claim shall not exceed the amount you paid to use the Services, if any.
12. Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Mend the World and its affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, expenses, or legal fees arising from:
* Your use of the Services.
* Your violation of these Terms.
* Your infringement of another person's rights.
13. Accessibility
We are committed to making our website as accessible as reasonably possible. If you experience accessibility barriers, please contact us so we can work to improve your experience.
14. Privacy
Your use of our Services is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
15. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in our Services or applicable laws.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Continued use of the Services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
16. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oklahoma, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
17. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact us through the contact form on our website.
We appreciate your support of Mend the World and your commitment to thoughtful conversation, learning, and building stronger communities together.
