Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 10/31/2025     

Welcome to Social Impact Career Advisors ("SICA," "we," "our," "us"). By accessing or using our website and services, you ("you," "user," "Seeker," or "Advisor") agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms & Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree, please do not use our site.

1. Eligibility

  • You must be at least 18 years old to use SICA.

  • By using the site, you represent that you have the authority and capacity to agree to these Terms.

2. Use of the Site

  • You agree to use SICA for lawful purposes only.

  • You may not misuse the site for spamming, harassment, commercial solicitation, or unlawful activity.

  • SICA may suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms.

3. Nature of the Services

  • SICA connects Seekers (individuals seeking career guidance in social impact and CSR) with Advisors (independent professionals in the CSR field who provide career guidance through scheduled conversations). Advisors are not employees or contractors of SICA.

  • SICA is a platform for information-sharing only. We do not verify, warrant, or guarantee the accuracy of advice or information given by Advisors.

  • SICA does not guarantee employment, internships, or professional outcomes of any kind.

4. Payments and Refunds

  • Payments for SICA sessions are processed at the time of booking.

  • All payments are non-refundable, except in cases where an Advisor must cancel a scheduled session and a suitable reschedule cannot be arranged.

  • In such cases, SICA may, at its discretion, issue a full refund to the Seeker.

  • SICA is not responsible for missed sessions, technical difficulties, or schedule conflicts on the part of the Seeker.

  • By booking a session, you acknowledge and agree to this refund policy.

5. Intellectual Property

  • All content on the SICA site, except for user-generated content, is owned by SICA.

  • You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute site content without written permission.

6. Privacy

  • Your use of the site is also governed by our Privacy Policy [link].

  • Advisors and Seekers are expected to respect each other’s personal information and not disclose it without permission.

7. Disclaimer of Liability

  • SICA and its Advisors provide information and guidance for educational purposes only.

  • SICA makes no warranties about the accuracy, reliability, or outcomes of any advice or information exchanged.

  • To the fullest extent permitted by law, SICA disclaims all liability for any loss or damages arising from your use of the site or services.

8. Termination

  • SICA reserves the right to suspend or terminate access to the site for violations of these Terms.

9. Governing Law

  • These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Maryland, without regard to conflict of law principles.

10. Additional Terms for Seekers

  • You acknowledge that guidance from Advisors is general and not a substitute for professional services such as legal, financial, or medical advice.

  • You agree to communicate respectfully and professionally with Advisors.

  • You may not solicit Advisors for unrelated business opportunities, sales, or personal gain.

  • You are responsible for your own career decisions and outcomes.

11. Additional Terms for Advisors

  • You acknowledge that your role with SICA involves providing guidance in exchange for modest compensation for each conversation with a Seeker.

  • You agree to provide general guidance and mentorship, not professional services.

  • You may not solicit Seekers for your own business, recruiting, or other personal gain.

  • You agree to keep Seeker information confidential unless you have explicit permission to share it.

  • Your advice and views are your own; SICA is not responsible for them.

12. Code of Conduct

All users of SICA, including Seekers and Advisors, agree to uphold the following standards:

Respect and Professionalism

  • Treat all participants with courtesy, respect, and professionalism.

  • Avoid offensive, discriminatory, or harassing language or behavior.

Commitment and Reliability

  • Show up on time for scheduled conversations and honor commitments.

  • Provide advance notice if you must reschedule or cancel.

Appropriate Boundaries

  • Keep interactions focused on career development and guidance.

  • Do not use SICA to solicit unrelated business, products, or services.

  • Maintain professional boundaries at all times.

AI Notetaking and Recording

  • To ensure privacy and open dialogue, the use of AI notetakers, transcription tools, or any form of automated recording during Advisor-Seeker conversations is prohibited.

  • Neither Seekers nor Advisors may record or transcribe sessions using AI or other tools without the explicit consent of all participants and SICA.

  • Seekers are encouraged to take their own notes manually during or immediately after the call to capture key takeaways.

Confidentiality

  • Respect the privacy of others. Do not share personal or professional information without explicit permission.

Integrity and Good Faith

  • Seekers: Approach conversations with openness, curiosity, and gratitude.

  • Advisors: Provide guidance in good faith, recognizing that outcomes are the responsibility of the Seeker.

Failure to comply with this Code of Conduct may result in suspension or termination of access to SICA.

13. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from your use of SICA will first be addressed through good-faith negotiation. If unresolved, disputes will be handled through mediation in the State of Maryland.

Acceptance

By creating an account or using SICA, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms & Conditions, including the Code of Conduct.

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 9/15/25

Social Impact Career Advisors (“SICA,” “we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our website and services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information you provide: When you sign up as a Seeker or Advisor, we may collect your name, email address, payment details (for Advisors), professional background, and other information you choose to share.

  • Usage Information: We collect information about how you interact with our site, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited.

  • Communication Data: We may collect records of your communications with us or between Seekers and Advisors if conducted through the platform.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, operate, and improve our services.

  • Connect Seekers and Advisors.

  • Process payments to Advisors.

  • Communicate with you about your account, sessions, or updates.

  • Ensure user safety and compliance with our Terms & Conditions.

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your information. We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • With Advisors and Seekers: To facilitate scheduled conversations.

  • With Service Providers: Who help us operate our site (e.g., payment processors, hosting providers).

  • For Legal Compliance: If required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of SICA and its users.

4. Payments

Payment processing for Advisor services may be handled by third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). We do not store full payment card details on our servers.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your information at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Choices

  • Account Information: You may update or delete your account information through your profile settings.

  • Communications: You may opt out of marketing emails by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those messages.

8. Children’s Privacy

SICA is not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. International Users

If you access SICA from outside the United States, please note your information may be transferred and processed in the U.S.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with a revised “Last updated” date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: hello@socialimpactcareeradvisors.com