Last updated: 14 February 2025

By submitting news, events, or related materials to the South England Conference (SEC) of Seventh-day Adventists, you agree to the following terms:

Submission Guidelines

• Submissions must be relevant to the mission and values of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

• Content should be accurate, appropriate, and free from offensive, defamatory, or misleading information.

• Any multimedia files (e.g., images, videos) must be of suitable quality and comply with copyright regulations.

• All submitted materials must respect individual privacy and comply with our Privacy and Safeguarding Principles. Please review these principles before submitting your event.

• The SEC reserves the right to edit, adapt, or reject any submission at its discretion.

Copyright and Permissions

• By submitting, you confirm that you have the necessary rights, permissions, or licenses to share the content.

• You grant the SEC permission to use your story, photos, or videos in our publications, social media, and online platforms.

• If your submission includes third-party content (e.g., images, music, or quotes), you must ensure that appropriate permissions have been obtained.

• If we use your story, we aim to credit you (unless you request anonymity).

Use of Personal Information

• If we use your material, we will only display the personal information you consent to share (e.g., name, church location). Your contact details will remain confidential.

• Any images or videos featuring identifiable individuals should have the necessary permissions from those individuals (or their legal guardians, if minors).

• If your name, photo, or content has been used without your consent, please contact the SEC Communication Department at communication@secadventist.org.uk to request its removal. We will review and take appropriate action in line with privacy and safeguarding policies.

Accuracy and Liability

• The SEC is not responsible for verifying the accuracy of submitted content. Contributors are accountable for ensuring their information is factual.

• The SEC is not liable for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in published content, nor for any loss or damage resulting from its use.

Content Review and Removal

• We aim to review all submissions; however, due to the volume of stories received, we may not respond individually.

• The SEC reserves the right to remove any content at any time, without prior notice, if it is deemed inappropriate, outdated, or no longer relevant.

• Contributors may request removal of their submitted content by contacting the SEC Communications Department at communication@secadventist.org.uk.

• If your name, image, or material has been used without permission, you may request its removal using the same contact details.

Amendments

• These terms may be updated periodically. By continuing to submit content, you agree to any revised terms.

• Any significant changes to these terms will be communicated on the SEC website.

For any questions regarding these terms, please contact the South England Conference of Seventh-day Adventists at info@secadventist.org.uk. At the South England Conference (SEC), we are committed to upholding the highest standards of privacy and safeguarding. Whether you are submitting an event or sharing news, all materials and personal information provided must align with the following principles to ensure the safety, dignity, and respect of all individuals.

Submission-Specific Notes

News Submissions:

• Ensure your news content is accurate and truthful.

• Provide clear details and any supporting images or media (adhering to privacy and safeguarding standards).

• Include the contributor’s contact information for follow-ups or clarifications.

Event Submissions:

• Provide all required details, including the event title, date, venue, and any promotional materials.

• Ensure all media submitted for promotion meets the standards outlined in this document.

Contact Us

For any questions or concerns regarding privacy, safeguarding, or submissions, please contact:

• Email: info@secadventist.org.uk

Thank you for helping us maintain a safe, respectful, and transparent environment for the South England Conference community.