Terms of Use

Effective date: June 2023

These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of representationwatch.org (the “Site”), operated by Representation Watch (“we”, “us”, or “our”). By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

Purpose of the site

Representation Watch is an independent media watchdog and public interest organisation. The Site publishes analysis, commentary, research, and opinion relating to representation across media and culture. Content is provided for informational, educational, and critical purposes only.

Nothing on this Site should be construed as legal, professional, or financial advice.

Use of content

All content on this Site, including articles, essays, graphics, and original research, is the property of Representation Watch unless otherwise stated.

You may:

Read and share links to our content
Quote limited excerpts for non-commercial purposes, provided proper attribution is given
Reference our work for discussion, critique, or educational use

You may not:

Reproduce full articles without permission
Republish content for commercial purposes without written consent
Modify, misrepresent, or present our content as your own
Use our content in a way that implies endorsement or affiliation without permission

Requests for permission may be sent to info@representationwatch.org.

User submissions and contributions

If you submit content, commentary, or other materials to Representation Watch:

You confirm that you have the right to submit the material
You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free right to review, edit, publish, or decline the submission
You understand that publication is not guaranteed

We reserve the right to remove or edit submissions at any time, including after publication, if they violate these Terms or raise legal, ethical, or safety concerns.

Opinions and viewpoints

Content published on this Site reflects the views of Representation Watch or, where indicated, the views of individual contributors. Opinions expressed are offered in good faith and are based on publicly available information, research, and commentary.

We do not guarantee that all content is free from error, nor do we warrant completeness or timeliness.

Commentary on individuals and organisations

Representation Watch engages in critique of public figures, institutions, and media products. Such commentary is intended as opinion, analysis, and fair comment on matters of public interest.

We do not claim factual accuracy for third-party statements quoted or referenced and do not assume responsibility for external content linked from this Site.

Prohibited conduct

You agree not to:

Use the Site for unlawful purposes
Interfere with the Site’s operation or security
Attempt to access restricted areas or systems
Use the Site to harass, threaten, or defame others
Submit content that is knowingly false, misleading, or infringes on the rights of others

We reserve the right to restrict or terminate access for violations of these Terms.

Third-party links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or embedded content. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of those third parties. Accessing external sites is at your own risk.

Disclaimer of warranties

The Site and its content are provided “as is” and “as available.” We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Site or its content.

Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Representation Watch shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Site or its content, including indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Representation Watch from any claims, losses, or expenses arising out of your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

Governing law

These Terms of Use shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.

Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state or federal courts located in New York.

Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.