1. About Us

This website is operated by Bethlehem Communities Australia (BCA) (“BCA”, “we”, “us”, “our”).

Bethlehem Communities Australia is an Australian charitable organisation dedicated to supporting disadvantaged communities through initiatives such as housing, community development, education, and sustainable livelihood programs.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use this website.
 

2. Purpose of This Website

This website provides:

Information about BCA and its mission

Information about programs and projects

Opportunities to become a member or partner with BCA

Opportunities to make donations

Contact and enquiry forms

Volunteer registration

Updates, news and impact reports

All content is provided for general informational purposes only.

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

3. Donations

BCA may accept donations through secure third-party payment providers.

By making a donation, you agree that:

Donations are voluntary

Donations are generally non-refundable

You are authorised to use the payment method provided

Third-party payment processing fees may apply

BCA is not responsible for errors, delays, or interruptions caused by third-party payment providers.

Nothing in these Terms excludes rights under Australian Consumer Law where applicable.

4. Membership

BCA may offer membership opportunities to individuals who wish to support the organisation.

Membership:

May require completion of a membership form

May involve a membership fee (where applicable)

Does not grant ownership or governance rights unless specified in BCA’s constitution

BCA reserves the right to accept or decline membership applications at its discretion.

5. Volunteers and Partners

Individuals or organisations may register interest in volunteering or partnering with BCA.

Participation may be subject to:

Screening requirements

Safeguarding standards

Compliance with BCA policies and conduct expectations

BCA reserves the right to decline or remove participation where necessary to protect the organisation and its communities.

6. User Accounts

Certain website features may require account registration.

You agree to:

Provide accurate information

Maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials

Notify us of unauthorised account use

BCA may suspend or terminate accounts that:

Breach these Terms

Engage in unlawful conduct

Misuse website features

7. Contact Forms and Communications

When submitting information through contact forms you confirm that:

The information you provide is accurate

You consent to BCA using the information to respond to your enquiry

You must not submit:

Defamatory content

False information

Unlawful material

Content that infringes the rights of others

8. Intellectual Property

All content on this website including:

Text

Images

Logos

Graphics

Publications

Program information

is owned by or licensed to Bethlehem Communities Australia, unless otherwise stated.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially use website content without written permission.

9. Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

Use the website for unlawful purposes

Attempt to interfere with website functionality

Upload malicious software

Misrepresent your identity

Harass or abuse other users

BCA reserves the right to restrict access if misuse occurs.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by law, BCA is not liable for:

Loss arising from reliance on website information

Indirect or consequential damages

Technical interruptions

Third-party service failures

Nothing in these Terms excludes rights under Australian Consumer Law.

11. Privacy

Personal information collected through this website is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to These Terms

BCA may update these Terms from time to time.

Changes take effect when published on this website.

13. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Australia.

Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of Australian courts.

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