Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to the website of the Kenadid Institute for Policy & Development (KIPD).

These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of this website and all related content, publications, services, resources, and information provided by KIPD.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should discontinue use of the website.

2. About KIPD

The Kenadid Institute for Policy & Development (KIPD) is an independent, non-profit, and non-partisan institution dedicated to advancing evidence-based policy, governance reform, research, innovation, leadership development, climate resilience, and sustainable development.

The website serves as a platform for sharing knowledge products, research publications, institutional information, news, events, and partnership opportunities.

3. Use of the Website

Users may access and use the website for lawful purposes only.

You agree not to:

Use the website in violation of any applicable laws or regulations.
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to website systems or data.
Distribute malicious software, viruses, or harmful code.
Interfere with the operation or security of the website.
Use the website for fraudulent, misleading, or unlawful activities.

KIPD reserves the right to restrict access to users who violate these terms.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website is the property of KIPD or its respective content providers.

This includes:

Research reports
Policy briefs
Publications
Assessments
Articles
Graphics
Logos
Images
Videos
Website design and content

Users may download and share publications for educational, research, and non-commercial purposes, provided appropriate acknowledgment is given to KIPD.

No content may be reproduced, modified, distributed, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

5. Publications and Knowledge Products

The website may provide access to research reports, policy briefs, assessments, strategic papers, and other knowledge products.

These materials are intended for informational and educational purposes only.

While KIPD strives to ensure accuracy, the institute does not guarantee that all information is complete, current, or free from errors.

Users are encouraged to independently verify information before relying upon it.

6. News, Events and Announcements

Information regarding events, workshops, forums, training programs, and institutional activities may be updated periodically.

KIPD reserves the right to modify, postpone, or cancel events without prior notice.

7. External Links

The website may contain links to third-party websites for additional information and resources.

KIPD does not control or endorse the content, privacy practices, or services provided by external websites and accepts no responsibility for their content.

Users access third-party websites at their own risk.

8. Disclaimer

All information provided on this website is offered on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

KIPD makes no warranties or representations regarding:

Accuracy of information
Completeness of content
Availability of services
Suitability for specific purposes

Nothing on this website constitutes professional legal, financial, governmental, or policy advice.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, KIPD shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising from:

Use of the website
Inability to access the website
Reliance on website content
Downloaded materials
Technical interruptions or errors

Users assume full responsibility for their use of the website and its content.

10. Privacy

Use of this website is also governed by the KIPD Privacy Policy.

Users are encouraged to review the Privacy Policy to understand how personal information is collected, used, and protected.

11. User Submissions

Information submitted through contact forms, event registrations, partnership inquiries, or other website forms must be accurate and lawful.

Users are responsible for the information they provide.

KIPD reserves the right to remove or reject inappropriate submissions.

12. Website Availability

KIPD aims to maintain continuous website availability but does not guarantee uninterrupted access.

The website may be temporarily unavailable due to:

Maintenance activities
Technical issues
Security updates
Circumstances beyond KIPD’s control

13. Modifications to Terms

KIPD reserves the right to revise these Terms & Conditions at any time.

Updated versions will be published on this page with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the website following changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with applicable laws and regulations governing the operations of the Kenadid Institute for Policy & Development (KIPD).

Any disputes arising from the use of this website shall be resolved through appropriate legal and administrative processes.

15. Contact Information

For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:

Kenadid Institute for Policy & Development (KIPD)

Garowe, Puntland, Somalia

Email: info@kipd.org

Website: www.kipd.org