1. Introduction

By registering for and participating in AVSW 2025: A Very Special Photo Challenge (“the Challenge”), participants acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions established by the Organiser, Autism Resource Centre (Singapore) [“ARC(S)”]

2. Eligibility

• The Challenge is open to individuals worldwide.
• Participants below 18 years of age must obtain parental or guardian consent at the time of registration.

3. Participation Guidelines

• The Challenge consists of six (6) weekly photo prompts. Participants are encouraged to complete each prompt, capture a photo, and share it on their profile page and/or social media platforms.
• Participants must register for a fundraising profile through the event website. Donations can only be collected via their personal fundraising profile.

4. Fundraising & Donations

• There are no registration fees or minimum fundraising requirements.
• All monetary donations raised through the Challenge will be directed to ARC(S) to support its programmes and initiatives.
• Donations are non-refundable.

5. Safety & Liability

• Participants are responsible for their own safety while completing the Challenge. ARC(S) is not liable for any injuries, losses, or damages arising from participation.
• Participants acknowledge that they will participate in the Challenge in a manner chosen by them, at locations chosen by them, and at their own risk.
• ARC(S) will not provide volunteers, marshals, or medical personnel assistance to any participant during the Challenge.
• Participants must ensure that all content shared is lawful, respectful, and aligns with the spirit of the campaign. ARC(S) reserves the right to remove your registration profile and/or social media posts contributed by you should the content be deemed inappropriate or offensive.

6. Content Usage & Intellectual Property

• By registering and participating in the Challenge, participants grant ARC(S) the right to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute any photos, videos, or other content submitted for promotional, informational, and outreach purposes.
• ARC(S) may feature participant content on social media, websites, marketing materials, and other communication channels related to the Challenge.

7. Data Protection and Data Security

We are committed to safeguarding your personal data in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA) of Singapore.

By registering for AVSW 2025 or making a donation, participants consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data by ARC(S) for purposes related to the Challenge. Your information will be used solely for processing your donation, issuing receipts, and communicating with you about our initiatives and events, unless you have given explicit consent for other uses. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

We do not share your personal data with third parties except where required by law or necessary to process your donation through trusted service providers who are contractually bound to comply with data protection obligations.

By donating to ARC(S), you consent to the collection and use of your information as described above. You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at donation@autism.org.sg. 

8. Event Modifications & Cancellations

• ARC(S) reserves the right to modify and/or substitute any of these rules and regulations at its discretion, without prior notice.
• In the event of unforeseen circumstances, ARC(S) may cancel or postpone the Challenge without prior notice.

9. General Terms

• ARC(S) retains the right to disqualify participants who violate these Terms and Conditions or engage in misconduct.
• Any disputes will be resolved at the sole discretion of ARC(S).

Indemnity Form

In consideration of being allowed to participate in "A Very Special Photo Challenge", I acknowledge and agree that:

• I understand that participation in the Challenge is voluntary and involves the creation and sharing of photos or videos online, which I will undertake at my own discretion and responsibility.
• I will participate in the Challenge in a manner and location of my choosing and take full responsibility for ensuring my safety and compliance with any local laws or regulations while doing so.
• I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives, and next-of-kin, hereby release, indemnify, and hold harmless ARC(S), its affiliates, and representatives involved in this Challenge directly or indirectly, with respect to any and all personal injury, loss, damage, or other consequences associated with my participation, to the fullest extent permitted by law.
• I have read this release of liability and assumption of responsibility agreement, fully understood its terms, and freely and voluntarily agree to it without any inducement.