Effective Date: June 26, 2026
Introduction
Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs (“Carnegie Council,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is an independent nonprofit institution founded over a century ago that works to empower ethics across international relations and defend the moral principles of international cooperation, democracy, fidelity, and humanitarianism.
These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the websites and mobile applications operated by Carnegie Council, including www.carnegiecouncil.org, cceia.com, carnegiecouncil.us, carnegieclimate.org, ethicsandinternationalaffairs.org, and any other interactive features or downloads that we operate and make available (collectively, the “Websites”).
Please read these Terms carefully. By accessing or using the Websites, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these Terms, do not use the Websites.
Use of Materials
The content and materials on the Websites, including text, articles, audio and video recordings, podcasts, images, software, graphics, logos, and all other intellectual property (collectively, the “Content”), are owned by Carnegie Council or its licensors and are protected by United States and international intellectual property laws.
We grant you a limited, revocable license to access and use the Content for your personal, non-commercial, informational purposes. Except as expressly authorized by these Terms or by written permission from Carnegie Council, you may not modify, reproduce, republish, prepare derivative works of, upload, post, transmit, sell, publicly display, or otherwise exploit any Content.
You may quote or reference Carnegie Council materials for educational or scholarly purposes provided that you attribute the source and do not suggest that Carnegie Council endorses your work. You may not use the name “Carnegie Council,” our logos, or any of our program names as metatags or other hidden text without our written consent.
Submissions and Applications
Certain features of the Websites allow you to submit information to Carnegie Council, including through event registrations, newsletter sign-ups, program applications, fellowship applications, surveys, or other forms (“Submissions”).
You agree that all information you provide is accurate, complete, and current, and that you have the right to provide such information.
Submissions are used by Carnegie Council solely for purposes related to administering programs, events, research, and organizational activities. Submissions are not publicly posted on the Websites unless explicitly stated at the time of submission. We reserve the right to screen, refuse to post, remove, or edit any Submissions that are publicly posted on the Websites. Where a Submission is made publicly available, you understand that it may be viewed, used, or distributed by third parties, and Carnegie Council is not responsible for any such use or misuse.
By submitting information, you acknowledge that Carnegie Council may review, process, and retain your Submission in accordance with these Terms and our Privacy Policy.
If your Submission includes materials such as written responses, research, or other content, you grant Carnegie Council a perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use such materials for purposes consistent with our mission, including evaluation, program administration, reporting, and internal or external communications, unless otherwise specified.
Participation in certain programs or research activities may be subject to additional terms, consent forms, or confidentiality provisions.
Website Access and Communications
You may access and use the Websites without creating an account. Certain features, such as event registration, program applications, or communications, may require you to provide personal information, including your name, email address, or mobile phone number.
By providing this information, you agree that it is accurate and that Carnegie Council may use it in accordance with these Terms and our Privacy Policy. You understand that such information may be made publicly available and Carnegie Council is not responsible for any use or misuse (including any distribution) by any third party.
If you choose to provide a mobile phone number, you may receive SMS communications as described below.
SMS Messaging
By providing your mobile phone number and opting in to receive SMS (text) messages from Carnegie Council, you consent to receive text messages related to our programs, events, and activities.
Types of Messages
You may receive SMS messages including:
- Event registration confirmations and reminders
- Program updates and announcements
- Application status updates for programs or fellowships
- Notifications related to your participation in Carnegie Council activities
- Occasional informational messages related to our mission
Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary depending on your interactions with Carnegie Council, including event registrations, subscriptions, or program participation.
Message and Data Rates
Message and data rates may apply to any messages sent to you from Carnegie Council and to us from you. Please contact your mobile carrier for details regarding your messaging or data plan.
Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive. After you send STOP, we will send a confirmation message and you will no longer receive SMS messages unless you opt in again.
Help and Support
If you need assistance, you may reply HELP to any message or contact us at: [email protected], or 212-838-4120.
Consent and Eligibility
By opting in to receive communications from Carnegie Council, you confirm that you are the account holder or have permission to enroll the provided mobile number, and that you are at least 18 years of age or have obtained appropriate consent.
Your consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of making a donation, purchasing any goods or services, or participating in Carnegie Council programs.
SMS Privacy
Information collected through SMS communications will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Acceptable Use Policy
In addition to other prohibitions set out in these Terms, you agree not to:
- Use the Websites for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable law
- Use the Websites to solicit or engage in unauthorized commercial activity
- Send unauthorized commercial communications such as spam
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to or disrupt any part of the Websites
- Engage in conduct that restricts or harms other users
- Reverse-engineer or attempt to derive source code
- Collect or harvest personal information without authorization
- Use automated tools, bots, or scraping technologies to access or collect data, including for training artificial intelligence systems
We may investigate and prosecute violations to the fullest extent permitted by law. We reserve the right to, at our sole discretion, disclose information as necessary to comply with any applicable law, regulation, legal process or governmental request.
Intellectual Property Rights and DMCA Notices
Carnegie Council respects the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe your copyright has been infringed, you may submit a DMCA notice including:
- Identification of the copyrighted work
- Identification of the infringing material and its location
- Your contact information
- A good-faith statement of unauthorized use
- A statement of accuracy
- Your signature
Send notices to: [email protected]
Third-Party Content and Links
Our Websites may include content and links from third parties. These are provided for informational purposes only and do not imply endorsement.
We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or safety of third-party content or websites, including risks related to malware, phishing, or data misuse. You should review their terms and privacy policies.
Donations and Transactions
Carnegie Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our Websites may allow donations, purchases, or event registrations.
Payments may be processed by third-party providers. We are not responsible for errors by these providers.
Unless otherwise stated, donations are non-refundable to the fullest extent permitted by law. If you believe a donation was made in error, please contact us promptly.
We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any transaction at our discretion.
Privacy
By using the Websites, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.
We may share limited personal information with program partners, co-sponsors, and service providers solely as necessary to operate our programs, events, and activities, and subject to appropriate confidentiality and data protection obligations.
We may use contractors and third-party providers for services such as analytics, communications, and operations.
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information under applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Carnegie Council processes personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws. These rights may include the ability to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your data. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details.
Where personal information is transferred internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Participation in research activities may be subject to additional consent terms and ethical review protocols governing the collection and use of your information.
The Websites are not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
For more information about managing your communications preferences or submitting a privacy-related request, including requests to access, update, or delete your personal information, please visit our Information Requests page, available through the Websites.
Accessibility
Carnegie Council is committed to providing a website that is accessible to the broadest possible audience. We strive to conform to recognized accessibility standards, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), and continuously improve usability for all users.
Disclaimers
THE WEBSITES AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS. CARNEGIE COUNCIL MAKES NO WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not guarantee that the Websites will be uninterrupted or error-free or free of harmful components. Content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice.
Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Carnegie Council and its affiliates, and their respective directors, officers, employees, and agents, from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees), including but not limited to those arising out of or related to your use of the Websites, your Submissions, or your violation of these Terms or applicable law.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Carnegie Council will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of the Websites.
Some jurisdictions do not allow certain limitations, so these may not apply to you.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New York. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts located in New York, New York.
International Use
The Websites are operated from the United States. If you access them from outside the U.S., you are responsible for compliance with local laws.
You agree not to use the Websites in violation of U.S. export control or sanctions laws.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Notice of changes to material terms will be posted on the Websites. Continued use of the Websites after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Termination
We may, in our sole discretion, terminate or suspend access to the Websites at any time without notice if you violate these Terms. Termination of such access or use will not waive or affect any other right or relief to which Carnegie Council may be entitled at law or in equity.
General Provisions
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Websites, constitute the entire agreement between you and Carnegie Council regarding your use of the Websites.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable, that provision will be deemed severable and will not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions.
No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term.
Contact Us
If you have questions about these Terms, contact:
[email protected]
170 East 64th Street
New York, NY 10065
212-838-4120