Americans 4 Equality Non-Disclosure Agreement
This Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is entered into between Americans 4 Equality (A4E), a non-profit organization, and individuals applying for participation in A4E programs.
By submitting an application, the student agrees to the terms outlined below to ensure the protection of confidential information shared during the application process, participation, and interactions with A4E.
1. Purpose
A4E may share confidential and proprietary information with student applicants and program participants for the purpose of:
- Processing applications
- Enabling participation in A4E programs
- Ensuring compliance with A4E’s educational and operational standards
This Agreement ensures that such information remains protected and confidential.
2. Definition of Confidential Information
For the purposes of this Agreement, “Confidential Information” includes but is not limited to:
- Personal and Application address, contact details, government-issued identification.
- Academic and Participation Records: Student progress, evaluations, and disciplinary actions.
- Organizational Strategies and Policies: Internal policies, operational guidelines, and program development plans.
- Donor and Volunteer Information: Contact details and involvement records of A4E’s supporters.
- Financial Information: Budgets, funding sources, and grants.
- Research and Methodologies: Studies, surveys, and program evaluations.
- Intellectual Property: Copyrighted materials, proprietary methodologies, and technological developments.
- Recorded Sessions and Materials: Audio, video, and transcripts from program discussions, training, and mentorship.
- Personal Identification Information (PII): Sensitive personal data including tax identification numbers and bank details.
- Any other information designated as confidential by A4E.
3. Obligations of Student Applicants and Participants
By submitting an application and participating in A4E programs, the student agrees to:
- Maintain the confidentiality of all Confidential Information.
- Not disclose or distribute Confidential Information to any third party without prior written consent from A4E.
- Not share, distribute, or sell Confidential Information to unauthorized entities.
- Use Confidential Information solely for purposes related to A4E’s programs.
- Implement reasonable precautions to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure.
- Protect Personal Identification Information (PII) from identity theft or misuse.
- Return or securely destroy all Confidential Information upon request or completion of the program.
- Not engage in defamation, slander, or any statements intended to harm A4E’s reputation. (This does not prevent participants from reporting legitimate grievances or legal violations through proper channels.)
- Acknowledge that violations of this Agreement may result in removal from the program and/or legal remedies as permitted by applicable law.
4. Protection of Student Information
A4E is committed to safeguarding the personal information of all student applicants and participants. A4E agrees to:
- Use student personal data only for purposes related to the application process and program administration.
- Not share student information with unauthorized third parties without consent, except as required by law.
- Implement reasonable security measures to protect student data from unauthorized access or disclosure.
5. Term and Termination
This Agreement remains in effect throughout the student’s application process and participation in A4E programs.
The confidentiality obligations outlined in this Agreement shall continue for two (2) years following the completion of the program or termination of participation.
6. Legal Remedies
In the event of a breach of this Agreement, A4E reserves the right to seek injunctive relief and other remedies available under applicable law.
7. Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to conflict of law principles.
8. Miscellaneous
- This Agreement does not create any employment, partnership, or agency relationship between A4E and the student.
- Any amendments must be made in writing and signed by both parties.
- If any provision of this Agreement is deemed invalid, the remainder shall remain in effect.
Agreement Acknowledgment
By submitting an application to Americans 4 Equality, the student acknowledges and agrees to the terms of this Non-Disclosure Agreement.