1. Registration: All attendees must register for the World Congress event. Registration details, fees, and deadlines will be communicated through the official event website.
    

2. Attendance: Only registered participants will be allowed to attend the World Congress. Badges or identification will be provided for access to the event venues.
    

3. Program Changes: The organisers reserve the right to make changes to the World Congress program, including speakers, sessions, and timing, if necessary. Any changes will be communicated to participants as early as possible.
    

4. Code of Conduct: All participants are expected to adhere to a code of conduct that promotes a respectful and inclusive environment. Harassment or disruptive behaviour will not be tolerated. In the event of a participant engaging in behaviour deemed as disruptive, disrespectful, or in violation of this code, the organisers reserve the full right to revoke the participant's access to all congress activities, including removal from the congress area. The individual in question may forfeit their right to participate in the remainder of the congress. We are committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all attendees, and your cooperation is essential to achieving this goal.
    

5. Data sharing for marketing purposes: We will not share your information with third parties for their marketing purposes. We may pass your information to our third-party service providers, subcontractors, and other associated organisations to provide services on our behalf (such as digital qualification badges, the professional congress organiser (PCO)).
    

6. Data Sharing Consent - Your choice: By participating in this event, you have the option to choose whether you give consent for the sharing of your personal data with organisations like IPMA (International Project Management Association) or event partners. Your consent to share your data will be limited to the following details: full name, job title, company, country, and email.
    

7. Retention of your data: All personal data relating to the event will be kept for as long as is required for the purpose of the event or to applicable legal obligations. IPMA-SA will delete any event-related information from the personal data of individuals after the event.
    

8. Cancellation and Refunds: Cancellation policies and refund procedures will be specified during the registration process. Requests for cancellations and refunds must be made following the outlined guidelines.
    

9. Intellectual Property: Presentations, materials, and content shared during the World Congress are protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorised distribution or use of such materials is strictly prohibited.
    

10. Photography and Recording: Attendees may be photographed or recorded during the event. By attending, participants grant the organisers the right to use these images and recordings for promotional and after-marketing purposes.
     

11. Liability: The organisers are not liable for any loss, damage, or injury sustained by attendees during the World Congress. Participants are advised to take appropriate precautions and maintain personal insurance coverage.
     

12. Force Majeure: In the event of circumstances beyond the organisers' control, such as natural disasters or political unrest, the World Congress may be rescheduled or cancelled without liability.
     

13. Governing Law: These general terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa.

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At the conclusion of these Terms of Use, we strongly encourage you to delve into our comprehensive Privacy Statement for a detailed understanding of how we handle your personal information. While this summary provides an overview, further details can be found on our dedicated Privacy Statement page.