Terms of Use
These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of ssfworld.org and the content, recordings, and materials made available through it. By using this site, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, do not use the site.
Who We Are
The Security and Sustainability Forum (SSF) is an independent professional convening and education organization based in Falls Church, Virginia. SSF has operated since 2009, hosting expert webinars on energy, climate, security, public health, and systemic resilience.
Intellectual Property
All content on ssfworld.org -- including webinar recordings, transcripts, presentation materials, written content, graphics, and the SSF name and logo -- is owned by SSF or used with permission. This content is protected by United States and international copyright law.
You may view and access site content for personal, educational, and professional reference purposes. You may not:
Download, reproduce, distribute, or republish SSF webinar recordings or transcripts without written permission from SSF.
Use SSF content for commercial purposes without written permission.
Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or attribution notices.
Represent SSF content as your own.
To request permission for uses not covered here, contact info@ssfworld.org.
Webinar Content and Educational Disclaimer
SSF webinars bring together independent experts to examine complex policy, technical, and social questions. The views expressed by webinar speakers are their own and do not represent the official positions of SSF, its sponsors, or partner organizations.
Webinar content is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute professional, legal, financial, medical, or technical advice. SSF makes no warranty that webinar content is complete, accurate, or current. Reliance on webinar content for professional decision-making is at the user's own risk.
Sponsor Content
Some SSF webinars are produced with the support of organizational sponsors. Sponsor involvement does not imply SSF endorsement of the sponsor's products, services, or positions. Sponsored content is identified as such where applicable.
Acceptable Use
By using ssfworld.org, you agree that you will not:
Use the site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of these terms.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the site or its systems.
Transmit harmful, disruptive, or misleading content through any site feature.
Use automated tools to scrape, harvest, or systematically copy site content without permission.
Third-Party Content and Links
ssfworld.org may contain links to external websites and embed content from third-party platforms including Vimeo. SSF does not control and is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of any linked or embedded third-party site. Links do not constitute SSF endorsement.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, SSF, its officers, employees, partners, and sponsors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of ssfworld.org or reliance on its content. SSF's total liability for any claim arising from use of this site shall not exceed the amount you paid SSF in the twelve months preceding the claim, or $100, whichever is greater.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold SSF harmless from any claims, losses, or damages, including legal fees, arising from your violation of these terms or misuse of site content.
Modifications to the Site and These Terms
SSF reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of ssfworld.org at any time without notice. SSF may update these Terms of Use at any time. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.
Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from use of this site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in Falls Church, Virginia.
Contact
Questions about these terms may be directed to:
Security and Sustainability Forum
Edward Saltzberg, Executive Director
Falls Church, Virginia, USA