Terms & Conditions

version 25 August 2026

1. Introduction and Scope

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern participation in the Science Summit, including:

attendance at Science Summit events and sessions, whether in person or online;
use of the Science Summit website and registration and event-management platform;
submission of proposals to organise Science Summit sessions;
participation as an approved Science Summit Convenor; and
participation as a speaker, moderator or other contributor.

The Science Summit is organised and operated by:

Science Summit Secretariat

GIVOR t/a ISC
38/39 Fitzwilliam Square West
Dublin 2
D02 NX53
Ireland

GIVOR operates the Science Summit and is referred to in these Terms as the “Science Summit”, “we”, “us” or “our”.

The Science Summit operates through:

www.sciencesummitnyc.org, the public Science Summit website; and
event.sciencesummitnyc.org, the Convene360 registration and event-management platform.

Different sections of these Terms apply depending on whether you are an attendee, session applicant, approved Convenor, speaker, moderator or other participant.

Where Science Summit and a Convenor, sponsor, partner or other organisation have entered into a separate written agreement, that agreement applies in addition to these Terms. In the event of a conflict, the separate written agreement will prevail to the extent of the conflict.

Part I – General Principles

2. Purpose, Independence and Neutrality

The Science Summit is an independent and neutral international forum dedicated to advancing the contribution of science, research, technology and innovation to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (“SDGs”) and to addressing global challenges.

The Science Summit provides a platform for scientific exchange, evidence-based discussion, cooperation and dialogue among participants from academia, research, government, international organisations, industry, civil society and other sectors.

The Science Summit is institutionally independent and does not represent, support or promote any political party, political ideology, religion or religious organisation.

Participation in the Science Summit, or the inclusion of a session, speaker, Convenor, partner or organisation in the programme, does not constitute endorsement by Science Summit of that person’s or organisation’s views, policies, activities, products or services.

Convenors are responsible for the content and perspectives presented in their sessions. Views, opinions, statements and recommendations expressed by Convenors, speakers, moderators or participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Science Summit.

The Science Summit seeks to provide an open environment in which different scientific, technological, policy and societal perspectives may be presented and discussed constructively, subject to these Terms, applicable law and appropriate standards of professional conduct.

The Science Summit is not an official meeting or event of the United Nations. Participation in or association with the Science Summit does not imply endorsement by the United Nations, its Member States, agencies, funds, programmes or affiliated organisations.

Part II – Attendee Terms

3. Registration and Free Attendance

Attendance at the Science Summit is generally free of charge for attendees, unless otherwise expressly stated for a particular activity.

Free attendance does not include travel, accommodation, visas, insurance, meals, local transportation or any other personal expenses associated with participation. Unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing, all such costs are the sole responsibility of the participant.

Registration or acceptance to participate in the Science Summit does not constitute a commitment by Science Summit to provide financial support, reimbursement or funding.

Registration is personal and may not be transferred to another person without authorisation from the Science Summit.

Participants must provide complete and accurate information when registering and should keep relevant account information reasonably up to date.

Free attendance does not create an automatic or unconditional right of admission to the Science Summit, any venue or any individual session.

Participation is subject to registration, availability, venue capacity, security requirements and these Terms. Individual sessions may also be subject to advance registration, capacity limits, approval by the relevant Convenor or other access requirements.

Science Summit reserve the right, acting reasonably, to refuse, restrict, suspend or withdraw registration, admission or participation where necessary, including for:

safety or security reasons;
venue or capacity restrictions;
failure to comply with these Terms or applicable venue rules;
abusive, disruptive, discriminatory, threatening or otherwise inappropriate conduct;
fraudulent, false or materially inaccurate registration information;
misuse of Convene360 or Science Summit credentials;
legal or regulatory requirements; or
other reasonable circumstances affecting the proper organisation, integrity or operation of the Science Summit.

4. Convene360 Accounts

Participants may be required to create an account through Convene360.

Participants are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality and security of their accounts and must not knowingly permit unauthorised use of their accounts.

Participants must not:

access or attempt to access another user’s account without authorisation;
circumvent platform security;
interfere with the operation of Convene360;
systematically scrape or extract information without authorisation;
introduce malicious software or code; or
use Convene360 for unlawful purposes.

Participants should notify the Science Summit if they become aware of unauthorised access to or use of their account.

5. Session Registration and Convenors

Science Summit sessions may be organised by independent organisations and individuals (“Convenors”).

Individual session information identifies the relevant Convenor.

When you register for a session, relevant registration information may be made available to that Convenor through Convene360 so that it can administer the session and communicate with you regarding your participation.

Further information about the information available to Convenors and how it may be used is provided in the Science Summit Privacy Policy.

6. Admission and Participation

Entry to physical Science Summit venues may require:

advance registration;
appropriate identification;
a participant badge or other credential;
security screening; and
compliance with venue-specific access procedures.

Participants must comply with reasonable instructions issued by the Science Summit, Convenors, venue personnel and security staff.

Science Summit retain responsibility for admission to Science Summit activities and venues and may refuse or withdraw access in accordance with these Terms.

7. Participant Conduct

Science Summit participants are expected to contribute to a respectful, inclusive and professional environment.

Participants must not engage in harassment, unlawful discrimination, intimidation, threatening behaviour, violence, abusive conduct, unlawful activity or deliberate disruption of Science Summit activities.

Participants should respect differing scientific, cultural, professional and policy perspectives and engage in constructive dialogue.

Serious or repeated breaches may result in removal from a session or the Science Summit and/or suspension of access to Convene360.

8. Travel, Accommodation, Visas and Other Expenses

Science Summit does not provide or cover participants’ travel, accommodation or other expenses associated with attending the Science Summit unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing in a particular case.

Participants are responsible for arranging and paying for their own:

travel and transportation;
accommodation;
visas and immigration requirements;
travel and health insurance;
meals and personal expenses; and
any other costs associated with participation.

Science Summit is not responsible for visa refusals, travel disruption, cancelled transportation, accommodation costs or other expenses independently incurred by participants, except where liability cannot lawfully be excluded.

9. Online Participation

Participants attending online or hybrid sessions are responsible for suitable internet connectivity, equipment and software.

The Science Summit cannot guarantee uninterrupted availability of online services and is not responsible for interruptions caused by a participant’s equipment, internet connection or third-party telecommunications services.

10. Programme Changes

The Science Summit may reasonably modify dates, times, venues, speakers, programme content, session formats, session duration, delivery arrangements or other operational aspects of the programme.

Sessions may be rescheduled, relocated, converted between in-person, online or hybrid formats, or cancelled where reasonably necessary.

Part III – Session Proposal Terms

11. Submission of Session Proposals

Individuals and organisations may apply to organise a Science Summit session through the designated session-proposal process.

Submitting a proposal does not guarantee acceptance or inclusion in the Science Summit programme.

The person submitting a proposal confirms that:

the information provided is materially accurate and complete;
they are authorised to submit the proposal on behalf of any organisation identified as the proposed Convenor;
they are entitled to provide information submitted about proposed speakers, moderators and collaborators; and
the proposed session and materials do not knowingly infringe applicable law or third-party rights.

12. Scientific Committee Evaluation

Session proposals may be reviewed by the Science Summit Scientific Committee and other authorised reviewers.

Evaluation may take into account factors including:

scientific quality and relevance;
contribution to the SDGs and/or global challenges;
policy relevance;
innovation;
quality and composition of the proposed session;
diversity of perspectives;
proposed speakers;
contribution to the overall Science Summit programme; and
operational feasibility.

The Science Summit retains discretion over the composition of its programme and is not obliged to accept any proposal.

Applicants may be asked to provide additional information or revise a proposal.

13. Proposal Decisions

The Science Summit may:

approve a proposal;
approve it subject to modifications or conditions;
request revisions;
place it on a waiting list; or
decline it.

Acceptance may subsequently be withdrawn where materially inaccurate information has been provided, programme requirements change, applicable deadlines or requirements are not satisfied, or continued inclusion would reasonably risk the integrity, safety or operation of the Science Summit.

14. Information About Speakers and Other Individuals

Where an applicant provides personal or professional information concerning proposed speakers, moderators, collaborators or other individuals, the applicant confirms that it is entitled to provide that information.

Applicants should, where appropriate, inform those individuals that their information has been provided to the Science Summit in connection with a proposed session.

Personal data submitted as part of a proposal is processed in accordance with the Science Summit Privacy Policy.

15. Proposal Content and Intellectual Property

Applicants retain ownership of their original proposal materials.

By submitting a proposal, the applicant grants Science Summit a non-exclusive, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce and internally distribute the proposal and associated materials as reasonably necessary to evaluate the proposal, administer the selection process and develop the Science Summit programme.

If a proposal is accepted, Science Summit may use the approved session title, description, Convenor name and logo, and relevant speaker, moderator and programme information for the organisation, publication, communication and promotion of the Science Summit.

16. Becoming a Convenor

Once a proposal is approved and applicable participation requirements have been satisfied, the responsible organisation or individual becomes an approved Science Summit Convenor.

The provisions in Part IV then apply.

Where a Convenor enters into a separate written agreement with Science Summit, that agreement applies in addition to these Terms.

Part IV – Approved Convenor Terms

17. Convenor Responsibilities

Convenors are responsible for organising and delivering their approved sessions.

This includes, as applicable:

developing the session concept and content;
inviting and confirming speakers and moderators;
obtaining necessary permissions from speakers and contributors;
ensuring speaker availability;
providing complete and accurate programme information;
meeting applicable deadlines;
coordinating speakers and participants;
ensuring submitted materials comply with applicable law and third-party rights; and
informing speakers and contributors of applicable Science Summit requirements.

Unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing, Convenors are responsible for their own costs and expenses and those of their speakers, moderators, personnel and other representatives, including travel and accommodation.

18. Convene360 Access

Approved Convenors are provided with access to Convene360 free of charge to support the organisation and management of their Science Summit sessions.

Depending on the functionality available, Convenors may use Convene360 to:

manage session information;
manage speakers and moderators;
provide biographies, photographs, logos and programme information;
update session descriptions;
review session registrations;
communicate with registered attendees;
support virtual participation; and
manage other operational aspects of their session.

Convenors are responsible for ensuring that persons using their Convene360 access are appropriately authorised.

Access to Convene360 does not create a service-level commitment or entitlement to any particular functionality. Science Summit may modify, update, suspend or discontinue functionality where reasonably necessary for technical, security or operational reasons.

19. Speaker Invitations and Prior Confirmation

Convenors must obtain the prior agreement of a proposed speaker to participate in their session before adding that individual to Convene360 or sending a speaker invitation through the platform. Convene360 is intended to formalise and manage the participation of speakers who have already agreed to take part; it must not be used to identify, approach, recruit or send unsolicited invitations to prospective speakers. Initial contact with a prospective speaker must therefore take place outside Convene360, and only once the individual has confirmed their willingness to participate may the Convenor enter their details and issue the formal Science Summit invitation through the platform. Convenors must not use the Science Summit name, platform or communications tools to conduct unsolicited speaker outreach. The Science Summit Secretariat reserves the right to remove unconfirmed speakers, restrict platform access or take other appropriate action where this requirement is not respected.

20. Virtual Participation, Zoom and Digital Services

Where virtual or hybrid participation is required, the Science Summit may make a Science Summit Zoom account or other videoconferencing facilities available to Convenors free of charge.

Convenors may alternatively use their own Zoom account or another suitable videoconferencing solution, subject to reasonable coordination with the Science Summit where necessary.

Science Summit may establish reasonable technical requirements and procedures for the integration or use of a Convenor’s own virtual meeting platform with the Science Summit programme and Convene360.

Convene360, Science Summit Zoom accounts and other digital facilities are provided free of charge to facilitate participation in the Science Summit. They do not constitute paid technology, hosting, broadcasting, software or videoconferencing services provided to the Convenor.

These facilities are provided on an “as available” basis.

Science Summit do not guarantee that Convene360, Zoom, internet connectivity, livestreaming, virtual participation or other digital services will be continuously available, uninterrupted, error-free or free from technical failures.

Technical problems may arise from circumstances including software or hardware failures, internet or telecommunications outages, third-party service interruptions, cybersecurity incidents, excessive demand or circumstances outside Science Summit’s reasonable control.

Convenors are responsible for ensuring that they and their speakers have suitable equipment, connectivity and technical arrangements for virtual or hybrid participation and are encouraged to maintain reasonable contingency arrangements.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Science Summit will not be liable to a Convenor for loss or damage arising from the temporary unavailability, interruption, malfunction or failure of Convene360, Zoom or other digital or communications services provided free of charge in connection with the Science Summit.

Where a Convenor elects to use its own Zoom account or another third-party platform, the Convenor is responsible for that service, including its configuration, licences, security, privacy settings, recordings and compliance with applicable law. Science Summit does not accept responsibility for the operation or availability of a platform selected and controlled by the Convenor.

Nothing in this section excludes or limits liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.

21. Convenor Access to Attendee Information

A Convenor may be provided with access through Convene360 to relevant registration information concerning participants registered for its session.

The information available may include participant contact, organisational and professional information as described in the Science Summit Privacy Policy.

Convenors may use this information for legitimate purposes connected with their Science Summit session, including:

administering registrations and attendance;
managing access;
communicating session information;
providing logistical or access instructions;
distributing session materials;
facilitating participation; and
reasonable follow-up directly related to the session.

Convenors must handle participant information securely and in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy laws.

22. Restrictions on Attendee Data

Access to attendee information does not give a Convenor an unrestricted right to use that information.

Unless an independent lawful basis applies, Convenors must not use Science Summit registration information to:

automatically add participants to unrelated marketing lists;
send unrelated commercial advertising;
sell participant information;
disclose it to unrelated third parties;
profile participants for unrelated purposes; or
retain or reuse information for purposes incompatible with those for which it was made available.

Where a Convenor independently wishes to process participant information for another purpose, including general marketing, the Convenor is responsible for establishing an appropriate lawful basis, providing any legally required privacy information and complying with applicable data protection and electronic communications law.

For such independent processing, the Convenor may act as an independent data controller.

23. Convenor Communications with Attendees

Convene360 may enable Convenors to communicate directly with participants registered for their sessions.

Communications should be reasonably connected to the relevant session or the participant’s involvement in it and may include:

programme and speaker information;
logistical information;
joining instructions;
relevant session materials;
changes or updates;
participation information; and
appropriate post-session follow-up.

Convene360 must not be used for spam or unrelated advertising.

24. Speakers and Moderators

Convenors are responsible for inviting and coordinating the speakers participating in their sessions and for ensuring that speakers are informed of the relevant Science Summit participation requirements.

Speaker invitations are managed through Convene360, which enables Convenors to send invitations and manage and track speakers’ responses, including whether an invitation has been accepted or declined.

All speakers participating in the Science Summit must be individually registered.

A speaker may respond to an invitation and complete the relevant registration directly or, where appropriate, these administrative steps may be managed on the speaker’s behalf by an authorised representative or secretariat.

Where a speaker’s participation is administered by an authorised representative or secretariat, the contact details of that representative or secretariat may be used in Convene360 for the purposes of managing the speaker’s invitation, registration and participation.

Where these administrative steps are completed on behalf of a speaker, the Convenor or authorised representative should ensure that the speaker is made aware of the applicable Science Summit Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Where a Convenor provides the Science Summit with a speaker’s name, biography, photograph, affiliation, presentation information or other materials, the Convenor confirms that it is authorised to provide those materials for use in connection with the organisation, publication, communication and promotion of the Science Summit.

25. Session Content, Scientific Integrity and Independence

Convenors are responsible for the content, speakers and perspectives presented in their sessions.

The Science Summit encourages academic freedom, scientific exchange, evidence-based discussion and constructive debate.

Different scientific, technological, policy and societal perspectives may be presented. Inclusion of a session, Convenor or speaker in the programme does not imply that Science Summit agrees with or endorses the views expressed.

Convenors should seek to ensure that scientific and factual claims are communicated responsibly and, where appropriate, supported by relevant evidence. Relevant conflicts of interest should be disclosed where appropriate.

Session content must comply with applicable law and must not unlawfully infringe third-party rights.

The Science Summit platform may not be used primarily for party-political campaigning, religious proselytising, unlawful discrimination, harassment or activities materially inconsistent with the scientific and collaborative purpose of the Science Summit.

26. Editorial and Programme Control

Science Summit retains final editorial and programme authority over official Science Summit channels and the overall programme.

The Science Summit may reasonably:

request revisions;
edit material for formatting, grammar, style or consistency;
remove inappropriate or unlawful material;
decline inappropriate promotional content;
make reasonable programme adjustments; or
suspend or remove a session where necessary.

Where practicable, the Convenor will be given an opportunity to address an issue before material action is taken.

Publication or inclusion of content does not constitute endorsement by the Science Summit.

27. Sponsorship and Commercial Activity

Any sponsorship associated with a session should be appropriately disclosed to the Science Summit.

Commercial promotion should remain secondary to the scientific, educational, policy or professional purpose of the session.

Sales or other commercial activities within Science Summit-controlled venues may require prior authorisation.

Separate sponsorship, participation or commercial agreements entered into with Science Summit apply in addition to these Terms.

28. Science Summit Branding

Approved Convenors may use Science Summit branding made available to them for the communication, promotion and delivery of their approved session.

Science Summit logos and brand assets must not be materially altered without permission.

The Science Summit name and branding must not be used:

to imply endorsement of an organisation, product, service, political position or other activity;
for unrelated events or activities;
after withdrawal or cancellation of a session in a manner suggesting continued participation; or
in a misleading manner.

29. Intellectual Property, Logos and Promotional Materials

Convenors, speakers and other contributors retain ownership of their respective names, trademarks, logos, presentations, research, photographs, biographies, session materials and other intellectual property.

By participating in the Science Summit, and where they have the necessary authority, Convenors and contributors grant Science Summit a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use materials provided in connection with their participation for the organisation, delivery, communication, documentation and promotion of the Science Summit and related Science Summit activities.

This may include:

Convenor and participating-organisation names and logos;
speaker and moderator names, titles, affiliations, biographies and photographs;
session titles, descriptions, abstracts and programme information;
presentation titles and appropriate extracts from session materials;
photographs, screenshots and audiovisual material relating to sessions; and
other materials provided for publication or communication in connection with the Science Summit.

Science Summit may use these materials through Science Summit communication and marketing channels, including:

the Science Summit website and Convene360;
programme materials;
newsletters and email communications;
press and media materials;
reports and publications;
social media;
presentations;
promotional campaigns;
photographs and videos;
post-event communications and highlights; and
communications promoting future editions or related activities of the Science Summit.

Science Summit may make reasonable technical, editorial and formatting adaptations, including resizing logos and images, formatting text, creating programme graphics, shortening descriptions and adapting materials for different communication channels, provided that such adaptations do not materially misrepresent the relevant organisation, individual or content.

These rights do not transfer ownership of the underlying intellectual property to Science Summit.

Use of an organisation’s or individual’s name, logo or content by the Science Summit does not imply endorsement by that organisation or individual of Science Summit, another Convenor or views expressed through the Science Summit.

Likewise, such use does not constitute endorsement by Science Summit of the relevant organisation, individual, views, products or services.

Convenors confirm that they have, or will obtain, the permissions reasonably necessary for materials they provide to Science Summit.

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Convenors are not required to obtain separate consent from participants for these standard Science Summit photography and recording activities where the necessary permissions have been obtained through the Science Summit registration and participation process.

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31. Photography, Filming and Recordings

Science Summit sessions and related activities may be photographed, filmed, livestreamed, audio-recorded or otherwise recorded by or on behalf of the Science Summit for the purposes of delivering, documenting, reporting on, communicating and promoting the Science Summit.

By participating in the Science Summit, participants acknowledge that such photography and recording may take place and that authorised photographs, recordings and extracts may be used by the Science Summit through its websites, social media, publications, reports and other communication and promotional channels, including for:

livestreaming and on-demand access;
documentation and archives;
educational and editorial activities;
reporting and publications;
institutional communications;
promotion of the Science Summit; and
promotion and communication of future Science Summit editions and related activities.

Photography, filming and recording undertaken by or on behalf of the Science Summit for these purposes form part of the Science Summit participation framework and are addressed through the Science Summit registration process, these Terms and the Privacy Policy.

Where a session is organised by a Convenor, the Science Summit may make authorised photographs, recordings or extracts relating to that session available to the Convenor.

Subject to applicable law, third-party rights and relevant speaker restrictions, the Convenor may use such materials for:

institutional communications;
educational and editorial purposes;
reporting;
websites and social media; and
reasonable promotion of its participation in the Science Summit.

Convenors are not required to obtain separate consent from participants for these standard Science Summit photography, filming and recording activities where the necessary permissions have been obtained through the Science Summit registration and participation process.

This does not apply to photography, filming, recording or uses undertaken independently by a Convenor outside this framework, or where separate or additional consent, authorisation or other safeguards are required by applicable law, including where appropriate in relation to minors.

Such permission does not transfer ownership of Science Summit branding, production materials or third-party content to the Convenor.

Convenors remain responsible for ensuring that their subsequent use of authorised materials complies with applicable law and relevant third-party rights.

Nothing in these Terms overrides rights that cannot lawfully be waived or any requirement for specific consent where applicable law requires it.

32. Programme Scheduling and Session Format

Science Summit retains responsibility for the overall Science Summit programme.

Although reasonable efforts may be made to accommodate Convenor preferences, no guarantee is given regarding dates, times, venues, duration, placement within the programme or delivery format.

Sessions may be in-person, online or hybrid.

The Science Summit may make reasonable changes to scheduling, venue or format where organisational or operational circumstances require.

33. Convenor Withdrawal and Cancellation

A Convenor wishing to withdraw its session should notify the Science Summit as soon as reasonably possible.

The Science Summit may cancel, suspend or withdraw a session where:

programme requirements materially change;
required deadlines are repeatedly missed;
applicable contractual obligations remain unfulfilled;
materially inaccurate information has been submitted;
the session creates a significant legal, security or operational concern;
the Convenor materially breaches these Terms; or
circumstances beyond reasonable control make delivery impracticable.

Any financial consequences governed by a separate written agreement will be determined under that agreement.

Part V – General Legal Terms

34. Privacy and Data Protection

Personal data processed in connection with the Science Summit is handled in accordance with the Science Summit Privacy Policy and applicable data protection law.

The Privacy Policy explains, among other matters:

information collected by GIVOR;
attendee registration and participation;
session proposals and Scientific Committee review;
Convenor access to participant information;
international transfers;
technology providers;
photography and recordings;
cookies and similar technologies; and
individual data-protection rights.

Acceptance of these Terms is separate from acknowledgement of the Privacy Policy.

35. Health, Safety and Venue Requirements

Participants, speakers and Convenors must comply with applicable health, safety, emergency, venue and security requirements.

Nothing in these Terms limits obligations imposed by applicable law or by an authorised venue or security authority.

36. Personal Property

Participants and Convenors remain responsible for their own property and equipment.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Science Summit is not responsible for loss, theft or damage to personal property except where liability cannot lawfully be excluded.

37. Insurance

Any insurance maintained by GIVOR in connection with the Science Summit does not constitute personal insurance for attendees, Convenors, speakers, sponsors, contractors or other participants.

Participants and Convenors are responsible for determining and obtaining insurance appropriate to their own circumstances and activities.

38. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, GIVOR will not be liable for indirect or consequential losses arising from participation in or inability to participate in the Science Summit, including loss of income, business opportunity or anticipated benefit.

GIVOR is not responsible for costs independently incurred by participants, speakers or Convenors in relation to travel, accommodation, visas or other participation arrangements except where expressly agreed in writing.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, GIVOR will not be liable for loss arising from the temporary unavailability, interruption, malfunction or technical failure of Convene360, Zoom, livestreaming, internet connectivity, telecommunications or other digital services used in connection with the Science Summit.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where exclusion or limitation is prohibited by applicable law, including liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation or any other liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.

39. Force Majeure

GIVOR will not be liable for delay, interruption, cancellation or failure to perform resulting from circumstances beyond its reasonable control.

These may include:

natural disasters or extreme weather;
epidemics or public-health emergencies;
war or civil unrest;
terrorism or security incidents;
government action;
strikes or industrial disputes;
venue unavailability;
transport disruption;
power, telecommunications or internet failures;
cyber incidents;
failure or interruption of third-party technology or infrastructure; or
other circumstances beyond Science Summit’s reasonable control.

In such circumstances, the Science Summit may reasonably modify, postpone, relocate, shorten, extend, convert to online or hybrid delivery, or cancel affected activities.

40. No Endorsement

Participation in the Science Summit, approval of a session proposal, inclusion in the programme or publication through Science Summit channels does not constitute endorsement by Science Summit or the Science Summit of any organisation, individual, political position, opinion, research finding, product or service.

Convenors, speakers, moderators and participants speak in their own capacity. Their views, statements and recommendations do not necessarily represent those of Science Summit.

The Science Summit maintains institutional neutrality and does not endorse or represent any political party, political ideology, religion or religious organisation.

The Science Summit’s use of a Convenor’s, partner’s, speaker’s or participant’s name, logo, image or content to identify, document or communicate their participation does not, by itself, imply endorsement between the parties.

Participation in or association with the Science Summit does not imply endorsement by the United Nations or any United Nations body.

41. Amendments

Science Summit may amend these Terms where reasonably necessary to reflect changes in the Science Summit, Convene360, applicable law, programme arrangements or operational requirements.

The current version will be published on the Science Summit website together with its effective or last-updated date.

Where appropriate, material changes affecting registered participants or approved Convenors will be communicated to them.

42. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, unlawful or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in effect to the fullest extent permitted by law.

43. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Ireland.

Subject to any mandatory rights or jurisdictional protections that apply under applicable law, disputes arising out of or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Ireland.

Where GIVOR and a Convenor or other organisation have entered into a separate written agreement containing a governing-law or dispute-resolution provision, that provision will apply to matters governed by that agreement.

44. Contact

Science Summit Secretariat

GIVOR t/a ISC
38/39 Fitzwilliam Square West
Dublin 2
D02 NX53
Ireland

Email: info@sciencesummitnyc.org

Website: www.sciencesummitnyc.org