Terms of Service

SAYiT Terms of Service

Last Updated: 6/11/25

Organisation: SAYiT (Sheena Amos Youth Trust)
Website: www.sayit.org.uk

Introduction

We are a registered charity in England and Wales (Charity No. 1177477) dedicated to providing a youth-centered service delivering a broad range of services supporting the sexual, emotional and mental health and wellbeing, of LGBTQ+ young people and those who care for and support them.
We also improve knowledge, awareness and reduce discrimination and inequality through the provision of specialist training and education.

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) set out the rules for using our website, online platforms, events, and other services (together, the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Eligibility

Our Services are designed for:

Young participants: aged 8 to 25, who take part in our programmes with appropriate consent.
Parents or guardians: who may register or oversee participation by minors.
Volunteers, donors, and supporters: who engage with our work in other capacities.
Professionals: who work with and support LGBTQ+ young people.

Safeguarding and Child Protection

We are committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people involved with our charity.

All staff and volunteers must adhere to our Safeguarding Policy, which aligns with the Children Act 1989 and

2004, and relevant guidance from the Charity Commission for England and Wales.

All our staff and volunteers have regular DBS checks and must complete PREVENT training and also Safeguarding Children and Young People training.

Any concerns about a child’s safety should be reported immediately to our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) - Nicola Fearnley-Hill, 0114 308 1228.

Privacy and Data Protection

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, store, and use your personal data.

We do not sell or share your information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Acceptable Use

When using our website or participating in our programmes, you agree to:

Treat all participants, staff, and volunteers with respect.
Use our Services only for lawful purposes.
Not post, share, or transmit harmful, discriminatory, or inappropriate content.
Not impersonate others or misrepresent your identity.
Not attempt to hack, disrupt, or misuse our systems.

We reserve the right to restrict or remove access for anyone who breaches these Terms.

Participation in Programmes

To take part in our youth programmes, you will be required to complete a registration form and provide parental or guardian consent (where necessary).

By registering, you (and your parent/guardian, where applicable) agree to follow our programme rules and respect our staff, volunteers, and other participants.

We may occasionally record photographs or videos during activities for promotional or reporting purposes. Consent will always be sought in advance, and media will never be used without permission.

Donations and Fundraising

We are a registered charity in England and Wales (Charity No. 1177477).

Donations to SAYiT are voluntary and non-refundable, except where required by law.

If you make a donation, we will process your data in accordance with our Privacy Policy and HMRC requirements for Gift Aid (where applicable).

Intellectual Property

All materials, text, graphics, and media on our website and in our programmes are the property of SAYiT or used under licence.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or modify any of our materials without our prior written permission. You may, however, share links to our content for charitable or educational purposes, provided you give proper credit.

Disclaimer

Our Services are provided “as is” and for general information and community purposes.

We make reasonable efforts to ensure accuracy but do not guarantee that information is complete, up to date, or error-free.

SAYiT accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from:

Reliance on materials on our website.
Technical failures or interruptions.
Participation in programmes or events beyond our reasonable control.

Limitation of Liability

Nothing in these Terms limits or excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or any other liability that cannot be excluded under UK law.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential loss arising out of or connected to the use of our Services.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will post the updated version on our website and update the “Last Updated” date above.

Your continued use of our Services after any changes means you accept the revised Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from them will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

If you have questions or concerns about these Terms or our Services, please contact us at:

Email: info@sayit.org.uk
Registered Address: SAYiT, Carver House. Carver St, S1 4FS
Phone: 0114 308 1228
Safeguarding Contact: Nicola Fearnley-Hill

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