TERMS & CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION (TCP)

1. Scope

These Terms & Conditions of Participation (“TCP”) govern participation in activities organised by Black Escape Collective (BEC), including cultural events, community gatherings, collective travel and co-living experiences.

Participation implies full and unconditional acceptance of these TCP.

2. Associative Framework

Black Escape Collective operates as a non-profit association. Contributions collected from participants represent cost-sharing contributions, not the sale of commercial services.

The association does not act as a travel agency, tour operator or accommodation provider.

3. Participation Conditions

Participation may be subject to selection criteria. Black Escape Collective reserves the right to refuse or cancel participation if a participant’s behaviour jeopardises safety, community harmony or the association’s values.

4. Financial Contribution

Amounts requested correspond to participation in organisational and logistical costs, which may include accommodation, shared activities, coordination, tools and communication.

Payments confirm acceptance of these TCP.

5. Payments

Payments are due upon registration unless otherwise specified. Installment payments may be offered on a discretionary basis.

6. Cancellation & Refund Policy

6.1 Cancellation by the Participant

Unless otherwise specified, financial contributions are non-refundable, as costs are immediately incurred.

Exceptionally, the association may offer a postponement or partial refund at its discretion.

6.2 Cancellation by the Association

The association may cancel or modify an activity due to force majeure, safety concerns, insufficient participation or external circumstances. In such cases, a postponement or refund solution will be proposed.

7. International Travel & Co-Living – Limitation of Liability

Participants acknowledge and agree that:

  • Participation in international travel and co-living experiences involves inherent risks.

  • Participants are solely responsible for their travel arrangements, visas, passports, insurance, health requirements and compliance with local laws.

  • Black Escape Collective does not provide transport services, insurance coverage or medical assistance.

Each participant participates under their own responsibility and confirms having adequate travel, health and liability insurance.

The association shall not be held liable for:

  • accidents, illness, injury or death;

  • loss, theft or damage to personal belongings;

  • acts or omissions of third-party providers (accommodation owners, transport companies, activity providers);

  • changes in local conditions, regulations or political situations.

8. Behaviour & Exclusion

Any behaviour contrary to safety, respect or community values may result in immediate exclusion without refund.

9. Image Rights

Participants may be photographed or filmed during activities. Participation implies consent to the use of such images for association communication purposes unless expressly refused in writing.

10. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These TCP are governed by French law. In the event of a dispute, an amicable solution shall be sought before legal action

LEGAL NOTICE

1. Website Publisher

This website is published by:

Black Escape Collective (BEC)
Non-profit association governed by the French Law of 1 July 1901
RNA number: W691100570
Registered office: rue de Marseille, 69007 Lyon, France

Publication Director: Modja , President of the association.

2. Purpose of the Association

Black Escape Collective is a non-profit association whose purpose is to organise cultural events, collective travel experiences, community stays, and co-living experiences, with the aim of fostering cultural exchange, social connection and well-being.

The association does not operate as a travel agency and does not sell tourist packages. Any amounts collected correspond solely to financial contributions to organisational and logistical costs.

3. Website Hosting

The website is hosted by:

IONOS SE
7 place de la Gare
57200 Sarreguemines, France
Website: https://www.ionos.fr

4. Access to the Website

Access to the website is free. Black Escape Collective reserves the right to suspend or restrict access at any time for maintenance, security or updates.

5. Intellectual Property

All content published on this website (texts, images, visuals, logos, videos, graphics) is the exclusive property of Black Escape Collective, unless otherwise stated.

Any reproduction, distribution or use without prior written consent is strictly prohibited.

6. Liability

Black Escape Collective endeavours to ensure that information published on this website is accurate and up to date. However, the association cannot be held liable for errors, omissions, temporary unavailability of the website, or damages resulting from its use.

7. Personal Data

Personal data collected through the website is used exclusively for the organisation of association activities.

In accordance with the GDPR, users have the right to access, rectify or delete their personal data.

8. Cookies

The website may use cookies for functional, analytical or experience-improvement purposes. Users may configure their browser to refuse cookies.

9. Governing Law

These legal notices are governed by French law.