Please read these Terms carefully. By joining DCYP or attending any DCYP event, you agree to be bound by the terms below. If you do not agree, please do not use our services or attend our events.
Acceptance of Terms
These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of DC Young Professionals ("DCYP," "we," "us," or "our") services, website, events, communications, and community platforms (collectively, the "Services").
By registering as a member, attending a DCYP event, submitting a membership application, or otherwise accessing our Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated by reference.
These Terms constitute a binding legal agreement between you and DC Young Professionals. If you are accessing our Services on behalf of a company or other legal entity, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms.
Eligibility
DCYP is a community for young professionals in the Washington DC metropolitan area (the "DMV"), which includes the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. To be eligible for membership, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be a current or aspiring professional living, working, or studying in the DMV region
- Provide accurate and truthful information during the registration process
- Agree to and comply with these Terms at all times
DCYP reserves the right to deny or revoke membership at our sole discretion, including for failure to meet eligibility requirements or violation of these Terms.
Membership
DCYP membership is currently free of charge. By completing a membership application, you agree to the following:
- Accurate Information. You will provide and maintain accurate, current, and complete information in your membership profile.
- One Account Per Person. You may not create more than one membership account. Duplicate accounts may be removed without notice.
- Non-Transferable. Your membership is personal to you and may not be transferred, sold, or shared with any other individual.
- Communications. By becoming a member, you consent to receive emails and communications from DCYP, including newsletters, event invitations, and announcements. You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in any email.
DCYP may introduce paid tiers, event ticket pricing, or sponsorship packages in the future. Any such offerings will be subject to separate terms presented at the time of purchase.
Member Conduct
DCYP is committed to maintaining a welcoming, inclusive, and professional community. All members are expected to treat one another with respect. When participating in any DCYP event, platform, or communication channel, you agree that you will not:
- Harass, bully, threaten, or discriminate against any individual based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic
- Engage in spam, unsolicited sales pitches, or pyramid scheme recruiting
- Share false, misleading, or defamatory information about any person or organization
- Use DCYP platforms or events to promote illegal activity
- Impersonate another person or misrepresent your affiliation with any entity
- Collect or harvest personal information about other members without their explicit consent
- Disrupt or interfere with the proper functioning of any DCYP event or platform
Violations of this code of conduct may result in immediate removal from the event or platform, revocation of membership, and/or referral to appropriate authorities.
Content & Communications
By submitting any information, content, or materials to DCYP (including but not limited to your name, professional background, photo, or LinkedIn profile), you grant DCYP a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and distribute such content in connection with the promotion and operation of DCYP and its events.
DCYP may photograph or record its events. By attending a DCYP event, you consent to being photographed, filmed, or recorded, and to DCYP's use of such materials for marketing, promotional, and archival purposes across any media, including social media and our website.
If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded at an event, please notify a DCYP organizer prior to the start of the event.
Events
DCYP hosts in-person networking events, workshops, and summits throughout the DMV. The following terms apply to all DCYP events:
- Registration. Some events require advance registration. Capacity may be limited and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Cancellations. DCYP reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or change the format of any event due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to inclement weather, venue issues, or other factors beyond our control. In such cases, we will notify registered attendees as soon as practicable.
- Refunds. For paid events, refund eligibility will be stated at the time of ticket purchase. DCYP is not obligated to provide refunds for cancellations made by attendees within 48 hours of the event.
- Conduct at Events. All attendees must comply with the Member Conduct standards above and any additional rules posted at the venue. DCYP reserves the right to remove any attendee who violates these standards without refund.
- Third-Party Venues. Events held at third-party venues are subject to the rules and policies of that venue in addition to DCYP's own standards.
Intellectual Property
All content on the DCYP website and in DCYP communications — including text, graphics, logos, event photography, and design — is the property of DC Young Professionals and is protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any DCYP content without our prior written consent. Requests for permission should be directed to our contact address below.
The DCYP name, logo, and branding are trademarks of DC Young Professionals. Nothing in these Terms grants you the right to use our trademarks for any purpose without our prior written approval.
Privacy
Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information and is incorporated into these Terms by reference.
By using our Services, you consent to the data practices described in our Privacy Policy. Key points include:
- We collect information you voluntarily provide when registering as a member or registering for events.
- We use your information to manage your membership, send event communications, and improve our Services.
- We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
- You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us.
Disclaimers
DCYP's Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.
DCYP does not warrant that:
- The Services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components
- Any career outcomes, job placements, or professional connections will result from membership or attendance at events
- Information provided by other members or event speakers is accurate or complete
Attendance at DCYP events is voluntary and at your own risk. DCYP is not responsible for personal injury, property damage, or any other loss arising from attendance at our events, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law.
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, DC Young Professionals and its founders, organizers, volunteers, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or in connection with your use of, or inability to use, our Services or your attendance at any DCYP event.
In no event shall DCYP's total aggregate liability to you exceed one hundred U.S. dollars ($100.00), regardless of the form of action or the basis of the claim.
Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Termination
You may cancel your DCYP membership at any time by contacting us at the address below. Upon cancellation, your access to member benefits will cease.
DCYP may suspend or terminate your membership at any time, with or without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:
- Violation of these Terms or our Member Conduct standards
- Providing false or misleading information during registration
- Conduct that DCYP believes is harmful to our community or reputation
- Inactivity for an extended period
Sections 7 (Intellectual Property), 9 (Disclaimers), 10 (Limitation of Liability), and any other provisions that by their nature should survive termination, will remain in effect after the termination of your membership.
Changes to Terms
DCYP reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify members via email.
Your continued use of our Services or participation in DCYP events following the posting of updated Terms constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.
These Terms are governed by the laws of the District of Columbia, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Washington, DC.