Welcome to our Privacy Policy & Terms of Service hub. Here you’ll find all the legal information that governs your use of our website and services, including how we handle your data, your rights and responsibilities, and the terms under which we operate.
We encourage you to review each document carefully. By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.
Who do we collect your personal information from
We collect personal information about you from:
If possible, we will collect personal information from you directly.
How we use your personal information
We will use your personal information to:
If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email.
Disclosing your personal information
We may disclose your personal information to:
A business that supports our services may be located outside New Zealand. This may mean your personal information is held and processed outside New Zealand.
Protecting your personal information
We will take reasonable steps to keep your personal information safe from loss, unauthorised activity, or other misuse including data encryption (served over SSL).
Accessing and correcting your personal information
Subject to certain grounds for refusal set out in the Act, you have the right to access your readily retrievable personal information that we hold and to request a correction to your personal information. Before you exercise this right, we will need evidence to confirm that you are the individual to whom the personal information relates.
In respect of a request for correction, if we think the correction is reasonable and we are reasonably able to change the personal information, we will make the correction. If we do not make the correction, we will take reasonable steps to note on the personal information that you requested the correction.
If you want to exercise either of the above rights, email us at [email protected]. Your email should provide evidence of who you are and set out the details of your request (e.g. the personal information, or the correction, that you are requesting).
We may charge you our reasonable costs of providing to you copies of your personal information or correcting that information.
Internet use
While we take reasonable steps to maintain secure internet connections, if you provide us with personal information over the internet, the provision of that information is at your own risk.
If you post your personal information on the website’s message board or through our social media accounts, you acknowledge and agree that the information you post is publicly available.
If you follow a link on our website to another site (including to access any service), the owner of that site will have its own privacy policy relating to your personal information. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties and recommend that you review that site’s privacy policy before you provide any personal information.
Cookies
We use cookies (an alphanumeric identifier that we transfer to your computer’s hard drive so that we can recognise your browser) to monitor your use of the website. You may disable cookies by changing the settings on your browser, although this may mean that you cannot use all of the features of the website.
Contacting us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy, our privacy practices, or if you would like to request access to, or correction of, your personal information, you can contact us at [email protected].
This policy was last updated on 3 July 2021.
Changes to this policy
We may change this policy by uploading a revised policy onto the website and it is your responsibility to monitor the website for any changes. The change will apply from the date that we upload the revised policy.
Registration
Access to certain parts of the Website may be restricted to registered users only. In registering as a user, you confirm that all information you provide to us is accurate and complete and will be kept current. You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password and login details and must notify us at [email protected] upon becoming aware that your user ID and/or password may have been lost, stolen or otherwise compromised.
Membership Guidelines
The eMental Health International Collaborative (“eMHIC”) is committed to carrying out all its activities openly and honestly, with respect and in good faith to the highest ethical standards. All members of the eMHIC community are expected to uphold these standards by demonstrating integrity, honesty and responsibility in their involvement with eMHIC activities and in relationships with the eMHIC community at large.
These Membership Guidelines provide eMHIC members with guiding principles to provide clear understanding of expectations regarding their involvement.
As a member of eMHIC, I understand and agree that:
Content You Provide
You are responsible for all personal information, images, text, and other data or material that you share or otherwise make available through your use of the Website (collectively, Content). All Content must comply with our Acceptable Use Policy and we will treat your personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. You warrant that you hold all necessary permissions, authorizations and consents to upload, submit and/or publish any Content you upload, submit or otherwise make available through the Website, and hereby grant us a non exclusive license to publish all or any part of such Content (at our sole discretion) on or through the Website. You must notify us immediately at [email protected] should you become aware that any Content you have provided may be in breach of these Terms.
Copyright
EMHIC Global (and/or its licensors) own all intellectual property rights in the Website, including copyright in all information, Content, text, software, databases, graphics, artwork, photographs, logos, icons, sound and visual recordings. Any redistribution or reproduction of all or any part of the Website or its Content is prohibited other than the following:
You must not, except with our prior written consent ([email protected]) distribute or commercially exploit all or any part of the Content.
You must obtain our written consent prior to establishing a link to our Website or any of its Content. If you wish to do so email your request to [email protected].
Warranties and Liability
This Website is made available to you on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranties or conditions, express or implied, of any kind. We make no representation or warranty that the Website is appropriate or available for use in all countries or that the content satisfies the laws of all countries. You are responsible for ensuring that your access to and use of the Website is not illegal or prohibited, and for your own compliance with all applicable laws, standards and industry codes of practice.
Your use of, and any reliance upon, the Website and its Content is at your own sole risk. You are solely responsible for verifying the reliability, timeliness, quality, suitability, integrity and completeness of information obtained through your use of the Website. Any link on the Website to other sites does not imply any endorsement, approval, or recommendation of, or responsibility for, those sites or their contents, products, operations or operators.
We do not warrant that your access to or use of the Website will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that the Website will be fit for any particular purpose or meet your requirements. To the fullest extent permitted by law, all representations and warranties, express or implied, statutory or otherwise, including, but not limited to any implied warranty of quality, merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are expressly disclaimed.
EMHIC Global (including its directors, officers and agents) shall not be liable to you or any third party for any loss or damage of any kind, including but not limited to, direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or punitive damages, loss or corruption of data, lost profits or opportunity or revenue or failure to realize expected benefits arising from or in connection with your use of the Website or any Content even if we had previously been advised of the possibility of such damages. To the extent that we are found to be liable the maximum liability of EMHIC Global (including its directors, officers and agents) will be limited in the aggregate to $100.00 New Zealand dollars.
Restrictions
Except to the extent expressly permitted by these Terms you must not copy, download, display, reproduce, distribute, modify, edit, alter, translate, adapt or enhance any of the Website or its content (including but not limited to any templates) in any manner or reverse engineer or decompile any code, script, or software available on or forming part of Website, or permit any third party to do same. You have no right, title or interest in or to the Website or its content and you shall not “frame” or “mirror” the Website, any information contained on, framed within or accessible from or through the Website on any other server or internet-based device without the prior written consent of EMHIC Global.
Indemnity
You agree to release, indemnify, and keep indemnified EMHIC Global, its directors, officers and agents, from and against any actions, claims, demands, lawsuits, costs, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees on a solicitor and client basis) incurred, claimed or alleged by us or by any third party and relating in any way to your failure to comply with these Terms.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your registration and/or access to the Website and/or any Content in our sole discretion at any time and for any reason, without notice or liability to you.
These Terms will be governed by the laws of New Zealand and may be waived only in writing. If any of these Terms becomes illegal, invalid or unenforceable the remainder of the Terms will be unaffected.
This policy was last updated on 3 July 2021.
Changes to this policy
We may change this policy by uploading a revised policy onto the website and it is your responsibility to monitor the website for any changes. The change will apply from the date that we upload the revised policy.
By using the Website and submitting, uploading or otherwise sharing Content you confirm you are the sole and exclusive owner of all intellectual property rights in the Content, and that the Content complies with all relevant laws, statutes, regulations, industry and community standards.
Your Content must not:
Any questions regarding our Acceptable Use Policy should be directed to [email protected].
This policy was last updated on 3 July 2021.
Changes to this policy
We may change this policy by uploading a revised policy onto the website and it is your responsibility to monitor the website for any changes. The change will apply from the date that we upload the revised policy.
The eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) is a global charitable organisation committed to enhancing mental health outcomes through the use of digital technologies. As a membership-based entity, eMHIC offers a platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and access to various resources, including webinars, articles, and discussion forums.
Informational Purposes Only
All content provided by eMHIC, whether through our website, events, or publications, is intended solely for informational purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, articles, webinars, newsletters, and discussion forums. The information shared is designed to foster knowledge and facilitate dialogue among mental health professionals, researchers, policymakers, and the general public.
Not a Substitute for Professional Advice
The resources and information provided by eMHIC are not intended to serve as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We strongly encourage individuals to seek the guidance of qualified health providers with any questions or concerns they may have regarding a medical or mental health condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it based on information obtained through eMHIC.
No Endorsement of Third-Party Content
eMHIC may feature content, opinions, or statements from third parties, including guest speakers, authors, and members. These views and opinions are those of the respective authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of eMHIC. The inclusion of such content does not imply endorsement or validation by eMHIC.
Limitation of Liability
While eMHIC endeavors to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on our website or shared through our platforms. Any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk.
In no event will eMHIC, its affiliates, partners, or contributors be liable for any loss or damage, including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of our resources or participation in our events.
External Links
Through our platforms, you may encounter links to external websites that are not under the control of eMHIC. We have no control over the nature, content, and availability of those sites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.
Reservation of Rights
eMHIC reserves the right to make additions, deletions, or modifications to the content at any time without prior notice.
Acceptance of Terms
By using our website, participating in our events, or accessing our resources, you acknowledge and agree to this disclaimer and its terms.
This policy was last updated on 3 July 2021.
Changes to this policy
We may change this policy by uploading a revised policy onto the website and it is your responsibility to monitor the website for any changes. The change will apply from the date that we upload the revised policy.
