Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: 6/4/2026
Last Updated: 6/4/2026
Welcome to Our United Tribes (“OUT,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, membership application processes, event registration pages, and any related communications (collectively, the “Services”). By using the Services, you agree to these Terms.
If you do not agree, please do not use the Services.
1. Purpose of OUT & Important Boundary
OUT exists to support men’s personal growth through community, education, events, and facilitated men’s teams.
Important: The Services are for educational and community purposes only. OUT does not provide medical, psychiatric, psychological, or legal advice, and participation is not a substitute for professional care.
2. Eligibility
By using the Services, you represent that:
- You are at least 18 years old (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction).
- You have the legal authority to enter into these Terms.
- Any information you submit is accurate and up to date.
3. Membership Applications, Registrations, and Payments
A. Applications & Registrations
You may apply for membership or register for events through the Services. OUT may accept, decline, or revoke participation in a membership program or event at its discretion, consistent with our mission and safety standards.
B. Fees, Donations, and Payment Processing
If you pay dues, make purchases, or donate:
- Payments are processed by third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, or other processors we may use).
- OUT does not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
- You agree to provide accurate billing information.
C. Refunds / Cancellations
Refund and cancellation terms (if any) may vary by program or event and will be provided during checkout/registration or in event-specific pages/emails. If no refund policy is specified, refunds are not guaranteed.
4. Community Conduct, Safety, and Confidentiality
OUT programs are grounded in trust, respect, and confidentiality.
By participating in any OUT program or event, you agree to:
- Treat others with respect and dignity.
- Refrain from harassment, threats, hate speech, or discriminatory conduct.
- Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding personal sharing in groups and events.
Note on privacy vs. confidentiality: Our digital Privacy Policy explains how we handle administrative data. Our community confidentiality standards (e.g., “what is said in the circle stays in the circle”) apply to participation in groups and events, and are essential to OUT’s culture.
OUT may restrict access to the Services or remove participants from programs or events for violations of these standards.
5. Communications Consent (Email + SMS/Text)
By providing your email address and/or phone number, you agree that OUT may contact you for purposes related to:
- Membership administration (applications, renewals, dues, and account notices)
- Event registrations and logistics (reminders, updates, last-minute changes)
- Safety-related communications
- Newsletters and organizational updates (where applicable)
You can control communications as described below.
A. Email Communications Policy
We may send emails that fall into two categories:
- Administrative / Transactional Emails (may be sent even if you opt out of marketing)
- Membership status, application follow-up, renewal reminders
- Receipts and payment confirmations
- Event confirmations, changes, and logistics
- Safety and policy updates
- Newsletter / Promotional Emails (you can opt out)
- Newsletters, program announcements, and fundraising communications (if applicable)
Opt-out: You can unsubscribe from newsletter/promotional emails using the “unsubscribe” link in the email. Administrative emails are necessary to deliver Services you requested.
B. SMS/Text Messaging Policy
If you provide a mobile number and opt in (when required), OUT may send SMS/text messages for:
- Time-sensitive event updates (schedule/location changes)
- Reminders you requested or that are reasonably necessary for participation
- Membership administration (e.g., urgent account issues)
Message frequency: Varies by your participation and the nature of programs/events.
Costs: Standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier.
Opt-out: You can stop receiving SMS/text messages at any time by replying STOP. You may receive a final confirmation message. To get help, reply HELP or contact us via our website contact page.
Consent not required to buy: Your consent to receive promotional SMS is not a condition of purchase, membership dues, or event registration (unless explicitly stated for a specific program where SMS is required for safety/logistics).
6. User Content and Submissions
If you submit information through forms (applications, inquiries, registrations), you:
- Grant OUT permission to use that information to provide Services, operate the organization, and comply with legal obligations.
- Confirm you have the right to provide the information.
You agree not to submit content that is unlawful, harmful, or violates others’ rights.
7. Intellectual Property
All content on the Services—including text, branding, graphics, logos, and page design—is owned by or licensed to OUT and protected by intellectual property laws.
You may view, download, and print content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works without written permission, except where permitted by law.
8. Third-Party Links and Tools
The Services may include links to third-party websites or tools. OUT is not responsible for third-party content, policies, or practices. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms.
9. Disclaimers
The Services are provided “as is” and “as available.” To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- OUT makes no warranties, express or implied, about the Services.
- OUT does not guarantee that the Services will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
- OUT is not responsible for outcomes resulting from participation in programs, events, or groups.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, OUT and its directors, officers, volunteers, facilitators, and affiliates will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, arising from your use of the Services or participation in OUT programs.
Where liability cannot be excluded, it will be limited to the minimum amount permitted by law.
11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless OUT and its directors, officers, volunteers, facilitators, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Services
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. We will post the updated version on this page and revise the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Services after changes means you accept the updated Terms.
13. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction the state of Delaware, without regard to conflict of law rules.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms or the Services,
