Terms and Conditions

MSIF websites terms & data protection

Last updated: 27 January 2022

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Copyright

The MS International Federation holds the copyright to the content of its websites except where otherwise indicated. Images on these sites are published by kind permission of individuals, our member organisations, or the European Multiple Sclerosis Platform. Some of these permissions prior to May 2018 are verbal. From May 2018 written consent will have been attained for all newly acquired photos. They may not be reused without the explicit consent of the individuals or organisations that own the copyright. To seek permission to reproduce or translate the content of this site, or to request removal of a photo please contact us.

For the avoidance of doubt, you have our permission to download material where indicated on our websites. For permission to reproduce material please contact The MS International Federation head office.

Content posted by you – Any content that you post to our websites and/or social media channels (e.g. photos and videos) is your responsibility, and you must make sure that you have the necessary rights to post that content (e.g. by obtaining permission of copyright owners if necessary).

Keeping our website and social media channels safe – We need your help to keep our websites and social media safe. Therefore, you must adhere to the following: a. You must not collect users’ content using automated means b. You must not upload viruses or other malicious code c. You must not bully, intimidate or harass anyone d. You must not post any content that infringes or violates someone else’s rights, or otherwise violates the law, or that is hateful, threatening, pornographic or violent.

By posting any content, you give the MS International Federation a non-exclusive, royalty-free worldwide right to use and reproduce that content across all of MS International Federations websites and social media.

Any private messages sent to the MS International Federation via social media (e.g. Facebook Messenger) will be deleted once the enquiry has been dealt with.

Third party websites

MS International Federation websites may include links to other relevant websites. The MS International Federation is not responsible for the content or conduct of any third party sites it links to. The MS International Federation is not responsible for such third parties and you use those websites or resources at your own risk. The MS International Federation is only responsible for its own websites: www.msif.org, www.worldmsday.org, www.progressivemsalliance.org, www.themay50k.com and www.cycleforms.org.

Links to this site

The MS International Federation encourages people and organisations dedicated to tackling MS to link to these websites. You do not need to ask our permission to do so.

COVID-19 : publishing images, videos and information about in-person events

Within the COVID-19 context, the safety and wellbeing of staff, volunteers, consultants and all people affected by MS is the most important consideration for the MS International Federation. We support measures outlined by our COVID-19 advice for people affected by MS, which can be found here: www.msif.org/covid19

Before we publish photos, videos or other information about in-person activities, we will ask the host organisation or individual to confirm that the activities were carried out safely and in accordance with national governments’ restrictions, as a minimum.

Disclaimer

These websites are not intended to give advice on medical diagnosis or treatment. The information should not be relied on to suggest a course of treatment for a particular individual, and it should not be used in place of a visit, call, consultation or the advice or a physician or other qualified healthcare provider. You should contact or see your physician or other qualified healthcare provider promptly if you have any questions or before embarking on a new treatment, diet, or fitness program etc.

You should never disregard or delay seeking medical advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider because of something you have read, heard or seen on these websites.

Although the MS International Federation has made every effort to provide high quality information, the MS International Federation disclaims any implied guarantee about the accuracy, completeness, timeliness or relevance of any information.

We take great care with our websites to ensure they are free of any offensive or damaging material. However, you use these sites at your own risk and The MS International Federation will not be liable for any costs or losses you incur through your use of our websites.

Liability

Events promoted online (on an MSIF site or third party site) in aid of the MS International Federation – Please be aware that organising and running the event is your responsibility. You will be responsible for taking care of all permits, permissions or other similar issues arising from the event that you organise and The MS International Federation will not have any liability in relation to any injury, damage or loss at an event, unless The MS International Federation has issued Public Liability Insurance to you.

Donations and fundraising

Donations on MS International Federation websites (except for the Progressive MS Alliance website) are managed by the MS International Federation and its payment gateway providers. These terms relate to all donations managed by the MS International Federation. Those on the Progressive MS Alliance website have separate terms below.

Finance and personal data for donations – The MS International Federation and its payment gateway are legally obligated to retain essential data relating to your donation for at least seven years. The MS International Federation does not retain payment card details. The MS International Federation abides by the laws of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland in relation to data retention and protection for financial transactions.

Donations will be used as described on the fundraising page, in line with MS International Federation policies.

Refunds Policy for Donations – The MS International Federation is happy to refund your donation if you have made it in error. You have 48 hours to request a refund. If you wish to request a refund then please contact us using the contact details on the relevant website.

The MS International Federation will only contact donors who explicitly consent.

Removing or deleting offensive material/comments

The MS International Federation’s rights may remove any content posted by you, or prevent access by you to our websites if you do not comply with these Terms. Any failure by the MS International Federation to enforce its rights under these terms if you do not comply is not a waiver and we remain entitled to enforce our rights in relation to that or any other non-compliance by you.

Governing law

The MS International Federation entity and relevant law governing these terms form an agreement between you and The MS International Federation, subject to the laws of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Terms specific to Cycle for MS: Conquer the Tour

The following terms and conditions have been written to ensure that the MS International Federation (MSIF) can support its fundraisers in the best possible way, whilst raising as much as possible to fund its work. If you have any questions about them, please don’t hesitate to email: kerry.huntington@msif.org  

As an event participant fundraising in aid of the MSIF, you agree to the following terms and conditions: 

1.0 Securing your place: Once you have completed this registration and paid your entry fee, you have secured a place for Cycle for MS: Conquer the Tour.  MSIF reserves the right to revoke places in exceptional circumstances.  

1.1 Entry fees: These help to cover MSIF’s costs and are therefore non-refundable.  

1.2 Fundraising: Secure 80% of the £2200 fundraising target two weeks prior to departure for Cycle for MS: Conquer the Tour. Secure the final balance within 6 weeks of the event.  

1.3 Fundraising: Agree that the money raised cannot be restricted on request. Cycle for MS raises money to support the broad spectrum of MSIF’s programme of work.   

1.4 Fitness: You must ensure that you are medically fit to participate in the event. You take part in Cycle for MS: Conquer the Tour at your own risk, MSIF will not be held responsible for injury or illness resulting from your participation. 

1.5 Injury: If you are injured in advance of the event and unable to take part, please let MSIF know as soon as possible. We will attempt to fill your place and if we are successful, we will refund your registration fee. Please bear in mind that if you tell us you are withdrawing after the registration deadline (24 January 2024), we will be unable to offer your place to another applicant and therefore cannot refund your registration fee.  

1.6 Insurance: You will be responsible for arranging your own travel insurance, ensuring that your policy covers you taking part in a non-competitive cycling event in France. 

1.7 Deferrals: If you inform us that you need to withdraw from the event before the registration deadline and wish to defer your place to a future Cycle for MS event, you can roll your place over to the following year, subject to availability. This can only be done once and must be done by the deadline of 24 January in the year of the event.  

As a Cycle for MS participant fundraising in aid of MSIF, you can expect the following from us: 

1.8 Our support, guidance and expertise to help you succeed in your training and fundraising. This will include but is not limited to, check-in calls, regular meetings with us, our event partner and your fellow riders, training plans, inclusion in a team WhatsApp group. 

1.9 Help in creating a personal online fundraising page and strategy using our digital platform, which features on our website. This web page will enable you to promote your challenge and allow people to make contributions that will be automatically credited to your target.  

2.0 Access to existing Cycle for MS marketing materials and information. 

2.1 A Cycle for MS branded jersey.  

You may choose to organise your own fundraising events to achieve your target for Cycle for MS. As an event organiser, you agree to the following: 

2.2  Should you take part in a third-party event or organise one yourself to raise funds for MSIF, you make clear in your communications to donors or attendees that it is ‘in aid of’, as opposed to ‘organised by’ MSIF.  

2.3 If you are holding an event, you are responsible for any contract negotiations for insurance etc. MSIF is not responsible for these events legally or financially.  

2.4 To fully assess the fit between the activity proposed and MSIF. Please be respectful of people affected by MS.  

2.5 If you are planning an event or wish to take part in an event for MSIF, you should contact a member of our team first. This is to ensure it is an event we can support; it also helps form a plan on how to support you to make sure the event is successful. Contact the team at: kerry.huntington@msif.org / George.heslop@msif.org or shona.swan@msif.org   

2.6 MSIF cannot provide funding, pay for, or reimburse any expenses incurred as a result of a third-party event. This means that the event organiser or participant (whichever is appropriate) must pay all expenses incurred.  

2.7 All contracts and permits related to the event must be issued in the name of the organiser and signed by an authorised representative of the organiser. Contracts or permits must not commit MSIF (or its affiliates) to any contractual obligations and the organiser or participant may not sign anything on behalf of MSIF. The same applies to liability and insurance.  

If you have chosen to sell items, auction items, or donate proceeds of sales to MSIF, you also agree to the following: 

2.8 You must state clearly on the area of sales the amount that will be donated and that it will be donated to MSIF. MSIF cannot promote any items did not list this way.  

2.9 MSIF can provide you with support and guidance, therefore you should speak to a member of the fundraising team before going ahead with any sales or auctions.  

3.0 Once you have begun your sales, you must keep your contact at MSIF up to date with the amount raised for the charity.  

3.1 You should aim to transfer the money as soon as it is in your account, at regular intervals or on an agreed date with the charity. Transfer of money and payment methods must be agreed with the MSIF fundraising team before sales.  

3.2 You must keep a record of sales and make this available to MSIF if requested. This will enable us to audit our own accounts.  

3.3 MSIF is committed to the principles and practice of equal opportunities, inclusiveness and diversity and all participants will be treated with dignity and respect. MSIF will strive to maintain an atmosphere of physical and emotional safety for everyone associated with Cycle for MS: Conquer the Tour, including but not limited to participants, volunteers and staff.  

3.4 As a participant, you agree that you will apply the principles of non-discrimination as expressed on 3.2. regarding your own conduct.  

Terms specific to the Progressive MS Alliance

Management

This website is managed by Multiple Sclerosis International Federation on behalf of the Progressive MS Alliance.

Privacy policy

MSIF is committed to protecting the privacy of the users of the Progressive MS Alliance website.

MSIF collects no personal information about these users except where they specifically and knowingly provide it.

If you subscribe to the Progressive MS Alliance e-newsletter, MSIF will retain your email address so that we can send you the newsletter.

You may unsubscribe from the e-newsletter at any time.

MSIF may in the future transfer your email address to one or more members of the Progressive MS Alliance (including members outside the European Economic Area).

MSIF will not share your email address with any other individuals or organisations.

If you submit a query or contact us via the website, MSIF will use the information you supply only to respond to your enquiry.

You may amend or request access to the personal data MSIF holds on you by:

• Emailing info@msif.org
• Calling +44 (0)20 7620 1911
• Writing to Multiple Sclerosis International Federation, Canopi, Unit A, Arc House, 82 Tanner Street, London SE1 3GN

Donations through the Progressive MS Alliance website

Donations made through the Progressive MS Alliance website will be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (USA). The National Multiple Sclerosis Society (USA) is responsible for all donations, data protection and security. The MS International Federation has no responsibility for any donations made through the Progressive MS Alliance website. For information on the terms relating to donations to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (USA) please contact them via the contact section of their website.

Terms specific to Kiss Goodbye to MS Global

Refunds Policy for Merchandise

The refunds page is the responsibility of Kiss Goodbye to MS/MS Research Australia. Kiss Goodbye to MS Global does not have any responsibility for transactions, returns or refunds. Please check their terms and conditions regarding refunds.