Terms & Conditions

Last updated: November 2025

Welcome to the website of the International Digital Health Workforce Development Collaborative (ZIMAM).

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the following Terms and Conditions (“Terms”).

Please read them carefully before using the site.

1. About ZIMAM

ZIMAM is a Swiss not-for-profit association registered under Articles 60 ff of the Swiss Civil Code, with its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland. The organisation operates according to its officially adopted Bylaws.

These Terms govern your use of the public ZIMAM website and do not override or replace the Association’s formal Bylaws, which govern governance, membership, and organisational matters.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the website.

ZIMAM may update these Terms periodically. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of such changes.

3. Use of Website

You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes. You may not:

  • Engage in any activity that disrupts or interferes with the website.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to systems, data, or information.
  • Upload or transmit harmful code, malware, or disruptive content.
  • Use the website in a way that infringes the rights of others.

ZIMAM reserves the right to restrict access to the website for misuse or violations of these Terms.

4. Membership Information

Information on this website about membership categories, eligibility, and benefits is provided for general guidance.

All membership matters, including eligibility, rights, obligations, Fellows, termination, dues, and voting, are governed exclusively by ZIMAM’s Bylaws and approved policies of the Board of Directors.

Submitting an application or enquiry through the website does not guarantee acceptance as a member.

5. Events, Programs, and Educational Activities

ZIMAM publishes information about events, meetings, programs, and educational offerings on this website.

While ZIMAM takes care to ensure accuracy, event details may change. ZIMAM reserves the right to:

  • Modify event schedules, speakers, or programs
  • Limit participation
  • Cancel events or sessions

ZIMAM is not responsible for personal expenses incurred due to such changes.

6. Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website—including text, graphics, logos, images, documents, and multimedia—is the property of ZIMAM or its content providers and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

You may:

  • View and download materials for personal, non-commercial use only.

You may not:

  • Reproduce, modify, distribute, or republish website content without written permission from ZIMAM.

7. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to external websites.

ZIMAM is not responsible for the content, accuracy, security, privacy practices, or availability of third-party sites. Links do not imply endorsement.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

ZIMAM is committed to safeguarding personal data collected through the website.

ZIMAM may collect limited information such as:

  • Contact details submitted through forms
  • Membership or event registration information
  • Basic analytics dataData is used only for operational and administrative purposes consistent with ZIMAM’s not-for-profit mission and applicable Swiss laws.

For full details, please refer to the ZIMAM Privacy Policy (which I can also draft for you).

9. Disclaimers

The website provides general information about ZIMAM and its activities.

Information is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

ZIMAM does not guarantee:

  • Accuracy or completeness of information
  • Uninterrupted website availability
  • Error-free functionality

ZIMAM may update, modify, or remove website content at any time without notice.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Swiss law, ZIMAM shall not be liable for:

  • Any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from use of the website
  • Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
  • Any technical issues, viruses, or service interruptions
  • Any actions taken based on information from this website

Your use of the website is at your sole risk.

11. Indemnification

By using this website, you agree to indemnify and hold ZIMAM harmless from any claims, liabilities, losses, or expenses arising out of your misuse of the website or violation of these Terms.

This clause relates only to website use and does not replace the formal indemnification rules in the ZIMAM Bylaws.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Switzerland,

specifically the Canton of Geneva (or Basel if preferred to align with bylaws references).

Any disputes arising out of website use shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the

competent courts in Switzerland.

13. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms or the website, you can contact:

International Digital Health Workforce Development Collaborative (ZIMAM)

Rue de la Confédération 5, c/o Charles Russell Speechlys SA

1204 Genève, Switzerland