Welcome to the website of The Sage Institute for Foreign Affairs ("the Institute,” sometimes also referred to as “we” or “us”). Please carefully review these Terms of Use before using our website. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our website, you agree to these Terms of Use, which constitute a legally binding agreement between you and the Institute. If you do not agree to these terms, please refrain from using our website.

 2. Use of Website

You may use our website for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms of Use. You may not use our website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose or violate any applicable laws. Unauthorized use may result in your access being terminated.

 3. Warranty

The information, content, and materials provided on The Sage Institute for Foreign Affairs website are provided without representations or warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Your use of our website is solely at your own risk. We do not represent or warrant that the functions of our website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from harmful or malicious interference from outside actors outside of the Institute’s control. We do not endorse or make any representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding any third-party content including other websites, products, companies, organizations, governments, individuals, or services linked to or from our website.  While the factual information and content on our website was prepared, reviewed, and curated by individuals generally considered experts in their fields, this factual information is subject to change without or with very limited notice and may not remain current at all times. The factual information and content on our website is provided for the general knowledge, information, and education of our users and not for any specific purpose.  Accordingly, we do not represent or warrant the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or availability of any factual information or content on our website.  To the extent any content on our website constitutes a matter of opinion, the opinion stated is that of the author and not the Institute, and no such opinion should be relied on for any purpose other than the user’s general knowledge or education. Should you believe that any factual information contained on this website is incorrect, kindly contact us at info@thesageinstitute.org.

 4. Trademark

The name "The Sage Institute for Foreign Affairs" and associated logos are trademarks owned by the Institute. These trademarks are protected under applicable trademark laws. Unauthorized use of our trademarks without the Institute’s prior written permission is prohibited.

 5. Intellectual Property

All content on our website, including text, images, graphics, logos, and videos, is the property of the Institute and is protected by U.S. and international intellectual property and copyright laws, unless otherwise stated. You are prohibited from copying, distributing, displaying, modifying, or creating derivative works from our content without obtaining prior written consent from the Institute.

The copyrights to photographs of individuals displayed on our site are owned by the respective individuals or their original sources. These photographs are used on our platform in accordance with the principles of fair use, serving the purpose of offering educational and informative content. Photographs of individuals are generally sourced from official sources, such as official government webpages, webpages maintained by the individuals or their employers, X (formerly known as Twitter), or other publicly accessible social media sites, or are otherwise available in the public domain. To the extent feasible, we ensure appropriate attribution and recognition are provided for all photographs and external content appearing on our website whenever applicable. Should you believe that your photograph has been utilized contrary to fair use principles or wish to request its removal, kindly contact us at info@thesageinstitute.org.

Furthermore, if you believe that any content on The Sage Institute for Foreign Affairs website infringes upon your copyright or other intellectual property rights, please contact us immediately at info@thesageinstitute.org with a detailed description of the copyrighted work, the location of the infringing material, your contact information, and a statement confirming your ownership or authorization. We will promptly investigate your claim and take necessary actions in accordance with applicable laws.

Our use of cover images for publications and other media outlets is either covered by fair use or has been granted proper permissions. Users of our website are not authorized to reproduce these images without obtaining consent from the copyright holder.

6. Use of Website Content

By accessing and using the content provided on The Sage Institute for Foreign Affairs website, you agree to the following terms and conditions:

• No Data Mining: User agrees not to engage in data mining, data extraction, or any similar activity to collect or gather information from our website.

• No Automated Tools: User agrees not to use automated tools, robots, web crawlers, or any other means that may result in the automated collection of data from our website without prior written consent.

• No Use of AI or Machine Learning: User agrees not to use artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning techniques to analyze, process, or extract insights from the content on our website.

• Respect Copyright and Trademark Notices: User agrees not to remove, alter, or obscure any copyright, trademark, or proprietary information included on our website, whether belonging to the Institute or to third parties.

• No Systematic Storage: User agrees not to systematically store or compile our content in electronic or print format outside of our website.

• No Transmission over Newsletter or Similar Services: User agrees not to transmit our content over email newsletters, mailing lists, or other similar services without obtaining prior written consent.

• No Reverse Engineering: User agrees not to reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to derive the source code of any software or technology used in the website.

• No Unauthorized Modifications: User agrees not to modify, adapt, translate, or create derivative works based on our content without prior written authorization from the Institute or the applicable copyright holder of content appearing on our website.

7. Unauthorized Downloading Prohibited

Unless expressly provided by The Sage Institute for Foreign Affairs, you may not download, reproduce, or store content from our website unless we have made available an authorized means for such purpose, such as downloadable PDF files. Unauthorized downloading or reproduction of content is strictly prohibited and may infringe upon our intellectual property rights, the intellectual property rights of others, and these Terms of Use. If the Institute provides downloadable content on its website, the content is intended solely for personal, educational, non-commercial use and informational purposes in accordance with these Terms of Use. You agree not to modify, distribute, reproduce, transmit, create derivative works from, or otherwise exploit the downloadable content for any other purpose without prior written consent from the Institute. Any unauthorized use of downloadable content may infringe on our intellectual property rights and result in legal action.

If you have a legitimate need for downloadable content not provided, please contact us at info@thesageinstitute.org to inquire about obtaining the necessary permissions or formats. 

8. Attribution Requirement

When using any content sourced from the Institute, including but not limited to text, images, documents, organizing principles, or multimedia, you are required to provide proper attribution to the Institute or, where applicable, to the original author or intellectual property right owner. This attribution should clearly indicate the source of the content and acknowledge the Institute as the source and acknowledge either the Institute or, where applicable, the original author or intellectual property right owner as the creator. Failure to appropriately credit the Institute or, where applicable, the original author or intellectual property right owner, for its content is a violation of these Terms of Use and may violate the intellectual property rights of the Institute or others.

9. Promotion and Affiliation

Except where expressly and unambiguously stated otherwise in writing, the Institute is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or directly associated with the sources of data, publications, organizations, or individuals featured on our website. The presence of such information on our platform does not constitute an endorsement, ratification, or promotion of these sources, publications, organizations, or individuals by the Institute. Our aim is to provide informative content for educational purposes, and we encourage users to critically evaluate the information they access through our platform. Any references to external sources, publications, organizations, or individuals are provided for informational and educational purposes only.

9. User Account Responsibility

By creating an account on this website, you acknowledge and agree to be solely responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials, including your username and password. You further represent and warrant to the Institute that you are eligible under the laws of the jurisdiction of your permanent residence or domicile (whichever or both may apply) to use this website and its services and, if required under the laws of the jurisdiction of your permanent residence or domicile (whichever or both may apply), you have obtained the consent of your parent or legal guardian to use this website and its services. You understand that any activities conducted through your account will be attributed to you, and you agree to immediately notify us of any unauthorized access or suspicious activity related to your account. We recommend that you keep your account information confidential, log out of your account after each session, and take necessary precautions to prevent unauthorized access. We are not and will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with these account security measures or your misuse of the website and its services.

10. Prohibited Account Sharing

The content and services provided on this website are intended solely for registered users who have properly subscribed for access. Sharing account information with unauthorized individuals is a violation of these Terms of Use. Users found in violation of this policy may face account suspension or termination. We take this measure to ensure the integrity of our content and services, as well as to maintain the security and privacy of our users' data. If you suspect unauthorized access to your account or have concerns about account security, please contact us at info@thesageinstitute.org immediately.

11. Account Access and Privileges

We reserve the right to modify, restrict, or terminate access to specific account features or content on our website at our sole discretion without providing prior notice. This may include changes to available services, content availability, or account privileges. Such modifications will be implemented in accordance with our commitment to providing an optimal user experience and may occur without prior notice.

12. User Conduct

Users of this website acknowledge and agree that they shall not employ any means, tools, software, or techniques to circumvent or evade any paywall, access restrictions, or limitations placed on our website's content. Any attempt to bypass paywalls or access restrictions is strictly prohibited and may result in the termination of accounts or legal action. The Institute reserves the right to take appropriate measures to protect its content and enforce the terms of use.

Furthermore, you agree not to impersonate any person or entity, falsely claim an affiliation, engage in unauthorized access, use bots or automated scripts, or participate in any fraudulent or illegal activity while using this website and its services. Any such actions may result in immediate termination of your account and may be subject to legal consequences. We will not be held liable for any loss or damage arising from your failure to comply with these account security measures or your misuse of the website and its services.

13. Unsolicited Offers and Use of Information

By using this website, you agree not to use any information, data, contact information, or other content obtained from or available on our website to make unsolicited offers, advertisements, or solicitations to any individuals or entities, whether through email, postal mail, phone calls, messages, social media, or any other means of communication. This prohibition includes but is not limited to offers of goods, services, networking, fundraising, or business opportunities without the explicit consent of the recipients. Violation of this provision may result in the termination of your account and may be subject to legal actions.

14. Feedback and Comments

The Institute welcomes your feedback and comments regarding our website, services, and content. By submitting any feedback, suggestions, or comments to us, you agree that the Institute may, at its sole discretion, use and share such feedback or comments for any purpose without providing compensation to you, unless a prior agreement has been expressly reached to the contrary.

15. International Access

The Sage Institute for Foreign Affairs operates primarily in the United States. If you access or use our website or services from outside the United States, you acknowledge and agree that you are solely responsible for complying with all laws, rules, regulations, and requirements in your jurisdiction to the extent those laws, rules, regulations, and requirements supersede the choice of law provisions in these Terms of Use. By accessing or using our website from locations outside the United States, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States, where data protection laws may be different from those in your jurisdiction.

16. Website Security

The Institute strives to provide a safe and secure online environment; however, we do not guarantee that our website is free from viruses, malware, or other potentially harmful elements. By accessing and using our website, you acknowledge and accept the inherent risks associated with using the internet and agree that the Institute will not be held liable for any damage, loss of data, or harm to you or your computer, software, or other devices that may result from your use of our website or from downloading any materials from it.

17. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. The Institute does not endorse or control the content of these websites and is not responsible for their content, accuracy, or safety. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

18. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the Institute is not and will not be liable for any damages of any kind whatsoever, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages in any way arising out of, related to, or connected with (a) your use of our website or the consequences to you, your property (whether tangible or intangible), other individuals, and other individuals’ property (whether tangible or intangible) of your use of our website; or (b) the content of our website, including, without limitation, the accuracy or inaccuracy of any content on our website and whether any of the content on our website is alleged, deemed, or determined to be libel, slander, or otherwise defamatory of or towards you or any person, legal entity, company, unincorporated association, government, or government office, official, or instrumentality anywhere in the world.

19. Indemnification; Remedies.

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Institute, its directors, officers, employees, agents, attorneys, independent contractors, independent managers, successors, assigns, parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, and the directors officers, employees, agents, attorneys, independent contractors independent managers, general or limited partners, members, shareholders, of the Institute’s successors, assigns, parents, subsidiaries, and affiliates, individually and collectively, from any and all claims, damages, liabilities, costs, suits, actions and causes of action, judgements, expenses, and losses of any kind whatsoever, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, in any way arising out of, with respect to, or related to your use of our website, the consequences to you, your property (whether tangible or intangible), other individuals, and other individuals’ property (whether tangible or intangible) of your use of our website, your violation of these Terms of Use. The Institute may enforce these Terms of Use by any legal means, including by bringing an action in a court of competent jurisdiction seeking damages, injunctive relief, or specific performance of these Terms of Use.

20. Force Majeure: The Sage Institute for Foreign Affairs shall not be liable for any failure or delay in the performance of its obligations under these Terms of Use arising out of or caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, governmental actions, war, terrorism, pandemic, epidemic, fire, flood, insurrection, power failure, natural disasters, labor disputes, or any other event beyond the control of the Institute. In such cases, the Institute's performance shall be excused to the extent necessary to remedy the effects of the force majeure event. The Institute shall make reasonable efforts to minimize the impact of such events and to resume normal operations as soon as practicable.

21. Modification and Termination

The Institute reserves the right to modify or terminate the website and these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Continued use of our website after modifications constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms.

22. Governing Law and Jurisdiction; Severability

The laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, without regard or affect to its conflict of law principles, govern these Terms of Use and the meaning and effect of these Terms of Use will be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. You consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state courts of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States federal courts located in the Commonwealth of Virginia regarding any and all legal actions, lawsuits, claims, or disputes in any way arising from, with respect to, or related to these Terms of Use or seeking to enforce these Terms of Use.  You hereby irrevocably and expressly (a) submit to the personal jurisdiction of the state courts of the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States federal courts located in the Commonwealth of Virginia with respect to any and all legal actions, lawsuits, claims, or disputes in any way arising from, with respect to, or related to these Terms of Use or seeking to enforce these Terms of Use and (b) renounce any claim or defense that such courts lack personal jurisdiction, are not the proper venue, or constitute an inconvenient forum. If any term or provision of these Terms of Use is held to be invalid or unenforceable in any jurisdiction in the world, the invalidity or unenforceability of that term or provision in such jurisdiction will not impact the continued validity and enforceability of that term or provision in any other jurisdiction in the world or the validity and enforceability of the other terms and provisions of these Terms of Use, and to such extent the terms and provisions of these Terms of Use are severable.