Terms of Use
Last updated: July 11, 2026
These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the CERFODES USA website (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
1. About CERFODES USA
CERFODES USA connects U.S. partners with the research, training, evaluation, and technical assistance work carried out by CERFODES across Africa. Content on this Site is provided for general informational purposes about our work, partnerships, and programs.
2. Use of This Website
You may access and use the Site for lawful, non-commercial purposes consistent with learning about CERFODES USA’s work and contacting us. You agree not to misuse the Site, including attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of it, interfering with its normal operation, or using it to transmit unlawful, harmful, or infringing content.
3. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise noted, the text, graphics, logos, and other content on this Site are the property of CERFODES USA or its licensors and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws. Partner and client logos displayed on this Site remain the property of their respective owners and are used to describe our collaborations. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from Site content without prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial reference.
4. Information You Submit
When you use our contact form or subscribe to our newsletter, you provide certain personal information (such as your name and email address). That information is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Please do not submit confidential or sensitive information through the Site’s contact form.
5. No Professional Advice
Content on this Site — including project descriptions, statistics, and program summaries — is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional, technical, or legal advice. Decisions regarding specific projects, partnerships, or programs should be made in direct consultation with CERFODES USA.
6. Third-Party Links
This Site may reference or link to third-party organizations, partners, or resources. We do not control and are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites. Inclusion of a link or reference does not imply endorsement.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. While we work to keep information accurate and up to date, CERFODES USA makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the Site or its content.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, CERFODES USA shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this Site.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes to the Site or our practices. The “Last updated” date above reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles, without prejudice to any mandatory local law that may apply to CERFODES’ operations in Burkina Faso and other jurisdictions where it operates.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at info@cerfodes-usa.com.
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