Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the The Odisha Society of Americas | Michigan Chapter (MI OSA) member portal and website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

2. Membership

Membership in MI OSA is open to individuals and families who share an interest in Odia culture and community. Members must provide accurate and complete information during registration. Membership benefits are non-transferable and subject to the payment of applicable dues.

3. Code of Conduct

Members are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and professional manner. Harassment, discrimination, or any form of abusive behavior towards other members, volunteers, or staff will not be tolerated. MI OSA reserves the right to suspend or terminate membership for violations of this code of conduct.

4. Payments and Refunds

Membership dues and event fees are processed through secure payment systems. Refund policies vary by event and will be communicated at the time of registration.

• Membership dues are generally non-refundable
• Event refunds are subject to individual event policies
• All payment information is handled securely and in accordance with industry standards

5. Privacy and Data

We collect and use personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

• Member information is used solely for MI OSA activities and communications
• We do not sell or share member data with third parties for marketing purposes
• Members can request access to or deletion of their personal data by contacting us

6. User Content

Members may submit content including photos, posts, and comments. By submitting content, you grantMI OSA a non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute such content for organizational purposes. You are responsible for ensuring you have the rights to share any content you submit.

7. Limitation of Liability

MI OSA is a volunteer-run non-profit organization. We make no warranties about the accuracy or availability of our services. MI OSA shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our services or attendance at our events.

8. Changes to Terms

MI OSA reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Members will be notified of significant changes via email or through the member portal. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

9. Contact Information

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