American Association for Employer Relations +
A+ Membership Policies

SECTION I: Terms & Conditions

SECTION II: Membership Rules

SECTION III: Data Privacy Policy

SECTION I

TERMS & CONDITIONS

1. Acceptance of Terms

By becoming a member of the A+, you agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions, which govern your membership in the association and participation in its activities.

2. Membership Eligibility

2.1. Membership in A+ is open to career service professionals, employers, vendors, and other employer-facing practitioners who meet the eligibility criteria set by the association.

2.2. The association reserves the right to approve or deny membership applications at its discretion.

3. Membership Rights and Responsibilities

3.1. Members have the right to participate in association activities, access member resources, and attend events.

3.2. Members are expected to actively participate in association activities, promote its mission, and adhere to the association's Code of Conduct.

4. Membership Dues and Payments

4.1. Membership dues are payable monthly or annually and must be paid promptly by the due date specified by the association.

4.2. Failure to pay membership dues within the prescribed period may result in suspension or termination of membership.

4.3 CSU employees must use non-state funds for all transactions (A+ cannot collect state funds from the California State University (CSU) system. If you are a CSU employee and pay to join A+, you confirm that you are using an auxiliary, foundation, or another external funding source and that state funds are not being used for A+ membership.)

5. Privacy and Data Handling

5.1. The association collects and stores personal information in accordance with its Privacy Policy. Members' data will be used for association-related purposes only.

5.2. Members may request access to their personal data and have it updated or deleted as per the association's Privacy Policy.

6. Code of Conduct

6.1. Members must adhere to the association's Membership Rules and Code of Conduct (see below), promoting respectful and professional behavior at all times.

6.2. Violation of the Code of Conduct may lead to disciplinary action, including suspension or termination of membership.

7. Events and Activities

7.1. The association may organize events, seminars, and activities. Members are encouraged to participate and contribute.

7.2. The association is not responsible for any loss, damage, or injury that may occur during its events or activities.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1. All content, resources, and materials shared by the association remain the intellectual property of the association or the respective copyright owners.

8.2. Members must respect copyright and intellectual property rights when using association materials.

9. Termination of Membership

9.1. Membership may be terminated at the discretion of the association for violation of these Terms and Conditions, the Code of Conduct, or any other reason deemed necessary.

9.2. Members may voluntarily terminate their membership by providing written notice to the association.

10. Amendments

10.1. These Terms and Conditions may be amended by the association at any time. Members will be notified of any changes.

10.2. Continued membership constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms and Conditions.

11. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of California. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in San Diego County.

12. Refunds

12.1. Membership subscriptions are non-refundable.

12.2. Refunds for events are permitted up to one week before the event starts or until sold out. Once the event is sold out, purchases are non-refundable.

13. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact: info@aaer-web.com

SECTION II

MEMBERSHIP RULES & CODE OF CONDUCT

Members are expected to adhere to the following A+ membership rules and code of conduct to stay within good standing and to uphold the professional community.

Active Participation Requirement: All members are expected to actively participate in the association's discussions and activities. A commitment to engagement is vital for the growth of our community.
Annual Membership Renewal: Membership is renewed on an annual basis. To remain in good standing, members must renew their membership each year.
Contribution to Knowledge Sharing: Members are expected to contribute to the association's knowledge-sharing initiatives, such as uploading presentations, writing articles/blogs, posting in the forum, commenting on posts, or sharing resources with the community.
Respectful Interaction: Respectful and professional communication is a fundamental requirement. Members should treat each other with courtesy and professionalism in all interactions.
Confidentiality: Members must respect the confidentiality of sensitive information discussed within the association. Protect the privacy and trust of fellow members and organizations.
Support for Diversity: The association values diversity and inclusion. Discrimination, hate speech, or offensive behavior will not be tolerated.
Self-Promotion: Self-promotion is welcome in the appropriate channels. Self-promotion should focus on sharing knowledge and supporting others in the field.
No Plagiarism: When sharing content or ideas, give proper credit and respect copyright and intellectual property rights.
Constructive Engagement: Provide constructive feedback and engage in positive discussions. Avoid personal attacks or negative comments.
No Trolling or Disruption: Do not engage in trolling or disruptive behavior that hinders meaningful discourse or association activities.
Ethical and Legal Conduct: Members are expected to adhere to high ethical standards and comply with all relevant laws and regulations in their professional conduct.
Respect the Association's Mission: Uphold and promote the mission and goals of the association in your professional activities.
Support Ongoing Learning: Encourage and support the ongoing learning and development of fellow members. Share opportunities for growth and training.
Membership Dues: there are currently no fees to join A+ as a Starter member; A+ offers other membership tiers for a fee.
Feedback and Improvement: Provide feedback and suggestions to the association to help improve its services and activities.
Membership Promotion: Agree to grant A+ permission to display your logo and name as a member for promotional and recognition purposes. This permission is non-exclusive and revocable; you can request the removal of your logo and name from membership at any time.
Active Recruitment: Actively participate in the recruitment of new members who can contribute to the association's goals.

By adhering to these membership rules, we aim to create a dynamic and engaged professional community that actively contributes to the growth and success of the Employer Relations community.

DATA PRIVACY POLICY

Introduction

The American Association for Employer Relations (A+) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our members' personal information. This Data Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect data. By becoming a member of A+, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from our members:

Contact Information: Name, address, email address, phone number.
Professional Information: Job title, employer, work history.
Membership Information: Membership ID, membership status, and history.
Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address, and transaction history.
Communication Preferences: Preferences for receiving communications from A+.
Website Usage Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and the dates/times of visits.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Membership Management: To manage your membership, process renewals, and provide member benefits.
Communication: To send you newsletters, updates, event invitations, and other information related to your membership.
Improvement of Services: To improve our services, website functionality, and member experience.
Payment Processing: To process membership fees and other transactions.
Compliance and Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements and protect our legal rights.

Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with the following stakeholders:

Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in providing services, such as payment processing, email communications, and IT support.
Affiliated Organizations: Partners and affiliates that help us deliver member benefits and services.
Legal Authorities: When required by law or in response to valid legal processes.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include:

Access controls to restrict access to personal data
Secure data storage and transmission protocols

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: To request access to the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: To request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: To request the deletion of your data, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.
Restriction: To request a restriction on processing your data under certain circumstances.
Objection: To object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
Data Portability: To request a copy of your data in a commonly used format.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Data Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and we will notify members of significant changes via email or through our member communication channels.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Data Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at the information below:

American Association for Employer Relations (A+)
Email: info@aaer-web.com

By maintaining your membership with A+, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Data Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

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