Last Updated: February 12, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Tech4Agri.org (the “Website”), operated by Tech4Agri (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Tech4Agri is a social enterprise and legally registered nonprofit organization under the laws of Trinidad & Tobago, focused on agricultural innovation, education, and community-building initiatives. Tech4Agri offers a membership program (the “Membership” or “Membership Program”) that provides special benefits, resources, and networking opportunities to individuals, organizations, and stakeholders in the agricultural sector.

This Membership Agreement (the “Agreement”) sets out the terms and conditions governing your enrollment, participation, and continued status as a member of Tech4Agri (“Member” or “you”). By submitting an application or registering for Membership, you agree to comply with this Agreement, our Terms & Conditions (“Terms of Use”), and our Privacy Policy.

2. Eligibility & Membership Application

  1. Minimum Age: You must be at least 18 years of age to become a Member. By applying for Membership, you represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.
  2. Nonprofit Mission Alignment: Tech4Agri is a nonprofit entity focused on promoting agricultural education, innovation, and community development. We reserve the right to review membership applications to ensure alignment with our mission and values.
  3. Acceptance: Your Membership is considered accepted once (i) you submit the required application or registration form, (ii) we approve your application, and (iii) you pay any applicable fees (if required) according to the instructions provided during registration.

3. Membership Types & Fees

  1. Membership Tiers: We may offer different categories or tiers of Membership (e.g., individual, organizational, student, professional) with varying benefits and fees. Any differences in benefits or fees will be clearly detailed on our Website or provided to you in writing.
  2. Fees & Payment:
    • Payment Method: Fees may be payable by credit card, bank transfer, or other payment methods authorized by Tech4Agri.
    • Currency & Charges: Unless otherwise stated, all fees are quoted in [local currency or USD], and you are responsible for any applicable transaction fees, taxes, or currency conversion charges.
    • Renewal: Membership fees (if any) are typically charged on an annual or periodic basis. We will notify you in advance of upcoming renewal dates and fees.
  3. Refund Policy: Unless otherwise specified in this Agreement or on our Website, Membership fees are generally nonrefundable. However, we may consider refunds or partial refunds in exceptional circumstances at our sole discretion.

4. Membership Benefits & Obligations

  1. Access to Resources: Members may receive exclusive access to special content, workshops, webinars, digital resources, networking events, or other benefits as described on our Website or in Membership materials.
  2. Community Conduct: You agree to uphold a respectful, constructive environment when participating in any Tech4Agri forums, discussion groups, or events. Harassment, hate speech, or other prohibited conduct (as outlined in our Terms & Conditions) will not be tolerated.
  3. Contribution & Participation: We encourage Members to actively participate in our online forums, events, and programs, whether by sharing insights, volunteering, providing professional expertise, or contributing content.
  4. Member Directory (If Applicable): Tech4Agri may maintain a Member directory for networking purposes. By joining, you consent to having your name, affiliation, and country of residence appear in the directory, unless you opt out by contacting us.

5. Use of Tech4Agri Name & Logo

  1. Name & Logo Usage: Membership does not grant you any right to use the Tech4Agri name, trademarks, or logos for any purpose other than to accurately describe your involvement (e.g., stating “Member of Tech4Agri”). Any additional use requires prior written permission.
  2. No Endorsement: Your Membership does not imply endorsement or partnership by Tech4Agri of any product, service, or viewpoint. You may not represent yourself as an agent or representative of Tech4Agri unless explicitly stated in a separate written agreement.

6. Privacy & Data Protection

  1. Personal Data: We collect and process your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By applying for and maintaining Membership, you acknowledge and agree to such data processing, including for administrative and promotional purposes (where permitted by law).
  2. Compliance with Laws: Tech4Agri is based in Trinidad & Tobago and adheres to the Trinidad & Tobago Data Protection Act (2011) as well as relevant international data protection regulations, including but not limited to the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for our European Members.
  3. Data Sharing: We do not sell or rent member data to third parties. However, we may share limited information with trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email marketing platforms) for the purpose of delivering Membership services. For more information, please review our Privacy Policy.

7. Termination & Cancellation

  1. Voluntary Cancellation: You may terminate your Membership at any time by notifying us in writing or through your user account on our Website (where applicable). No refunds will be provided for any remaining portion of the Membership term unless explicitly stated.
  2. Termination by Tech4Agri: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your Membership if:
    • You violate this Agreement, our Terms & Conditions, or any other applicable Tech4Agri policy,
    • You fail to pay applicable fees (if any),
    • Your conduct is deemed harmful or contrary to our mission or the interests of other Members.
  3. Effect of Termination: Upon termination, your access to Members-only content and benefits will cease immediately. You remain liable for any fees or charges incurred prior to the date of termination.

8. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability

  1. Informational Purposes: Any resources, training materials, or advice provided through Tech4Agri Membership are for informational purposes only. We do not guarantee any specific outcomes (e.g., increased profitability, grant success).
  2. No Warranty: To the maximum extent permitted by law, Tech4Agri disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement, relating to the Membership benefits.
  3. Limitation of Liability:
    • Indirect Damages: Tech4Agri shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, incidental, punitive, or special damages arising from or related to Membership.
    • Aggregate Liability: In no event shall Tech4Agri’s total liability exceed the Membership fees paid by you during the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim, or USD [500], whichever is lower.

9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

  1. Governing Law: This Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Trinidad & Tobago, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles.
  2. Jurisdiction: You agree that any disputes or claims arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Trinidad & Tobago, unless otherwise required by applicable law in your place of residence.

10. Changes to This Agreement

We reserve the right to modify or update this Membership Agreement at any time. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when changes were made. In the event of significant changes, we will notify Members via email or other reasonable means. Your continued participation in the Membership Program after such modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Agreement.

11. Miscellaneous

  1. Entire Agreement: This Agreement, together with our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Tech4Agri regarding Membership, superseding any prior or contemporaneous communications.
  2. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is deemed unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
  3. No Waiver: Failure or delay by Tech4Agri to enforce any right or provision under this Agreement does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.
  4. Assignment: You may not assign or transfer your Membership or any rights or obligations under this Agreement without prior written consent from Tech4Agri. We may assign or transfer this Agreement without restriction, provided such transfer does not reduce your rights under this Agreement.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about this Agreement or your Membership, please contact us at: thefuture@tech4agri.org.