GENERAL CONDITIONS OF SALE AND USE OF THE WE RISE WEBSITE
Preamble
These general terms and conditions of sale (and the documents to which they refer) govern, on the one hand, the terms and conditions for subscribing to the subscriptions offered by We Rise and, on the other hand, access to and/or use of the website http://www.werise.be (the "Site").
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1. Definitions
- Subscription(s) means an Annual Subscription.
- Monthly Subscription means a subscription taken out by the Member entitling them to attend Events organized by We Rise during a month beginning on the day the payment is made by the Member and for a duration of one days.
- Annual Subscription means a subscription purchased by a Member entitling them to attend Events organized by We Rise for one (1) year beginning on the day payment is made by the Member and lasting for twelve (12) consecutive months.
- Digital Subscription means a subscription allowing online access to specific We Rise content for a monthly fee.
- Terms and Conditions means these Terms and Conditions, as amended from time to time by We Rise.
- Agreement means these Terms and Conditions, the application form, and any related document signed with these Terms and Conditions.
- Member means any individual, at least 18 years of age, who has subscribed to the Monthly Subscription, Annual Subscription, or Digital Subscription.
- Stakeholder means any individual and/or legal entity collaborating with We Rise in the organization of activities and events.
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2. Information about We Rise and the Site
The Site was created by We Rise (hereinafter "We Rise"), established by WOMADE (VAT No.: BE0750.511.269), whose registered office is located at Boulevard Adolphe Max 30, 1000 Brussels.
Members can contact We Rise by:
- E-mail: hello@womadebrussels.com
- Postal mail: Boulevard Adolphe Max 30, 1000 Brussels
3. Subscribing to a Membership
3.1. Membership Eligibility
We Rise is a network of women entrepreneurs that aims to bring together professionals from various sectors. The We Rise Membership is therefore strictly and exclusively reserved for professionals, i.e., any individual or legal entity acting in the context of their professional activity, whether public or private.
3.2. Subscription Process
A contract is formed between the Member and We Rise upon the Member’s validation of their Membership purchase under the following terms:
- Monthly Subscription: none for now
- Annual Subscription: €150.00 per year (excl. VAT) or €330.00 per year (excl. VAT), depending on period of subscription.
By subscribing, the Member acknowledges that they are signing up as a professional and that the information they provide (including VAT number) is valid and accurate. Members are responsible for keeping their data up to date.
4. Prices & Payment
4.1. Pricing
All prices are indicated in euros (€), excluding applicable Belgian VAT. Prices may be subject to promotional discounts at We Rise’s discretion.
4.2. Payment Process
Payments are made via credit card (VISA or MasterCard). Monthly and annual renewals will be charged automatically unless cancellation is requested.
5. Subscription Duration & Renewal
Memberships renew automatically:
- Annual Subscription: Renews every 12 months unless canceled.
To prevent automatic renewal, the Member must notify We Rise at least 15 days before the end of the subscription period by emailing hello@womadebrussels.com.
6. Events & Access
6.1. Membership Benefits
Members have access to:
- Networking breakfasts: One per month.
- Workshops: One or two per month (additional fee applies per workshop and is determined in collaboration with the provider).
- Panel discussions & Talks: One talk per month. Non-members may attend up to a limited number of events.
- Exclusive Mastermind groups, coworking space discounts, and mentorship programs.
Membership does not guarantee attendance at all events due to capacity limits. Registrations operate on a first-come, first-served basis.
6.2. Event Registration & Cancellation
- Registration is done solely via the Site.
- Cancellation is allowed up to 72 hours before an event for a credit voucher. No refunds will be provided.
7. Membership Changes
Members wishing to switch from a Monthly to an Annual Membership must request the change at least 5 days before their renewal date by emailing hello@womadebrussels.com.
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8. Termination of Membership
Members can:
- Cancel automatic renewal by emailing hello@womadebrussels.com at least 15 days before renewal.
- Cancel directly via their account under the “Your Account” tab.
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9. Membership & Policy Updates
We Rise may modify Membership pricing, benefits, and terms, notifying Members at least 15 days in advance.
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10. Data Privacy & Protection
We Rise handles Member data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By subscribing, Members consent to the processing of their personal data as outlined in our Privacy Policy.
11. Intellectual Property & Website Use
11.1. Content Ownership
All content, logos, images, and materials on the Website belong to We Rise and are protected by intellectual property laws. Unauthorized reproduction or commercial use is strictly prohibited.
11.2. Third-Party Links
We Rise is not responsible for the content of external links available on the Website.
12. General Terms
12.1. Modification of Terms
We Rise reserves the right to modify these Terms, with updates applying to new and existing Members after prior notification.
12.2. Dispute Resolution
In case of disputes, parties agree to seek an amicable solution first. If unresolved, the dispute will be referred to mediation before taking legal action.
12.3. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by Belgian law, and disputes fall under the jurisdiction of the Brussels judicial district.
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