Educational & Confidence-Building Disclaimer

1. Educational & Confidence-Building Disclaimer

Hairitage Day is an educational confidence-building program for youth. We provide hair-care demonstrations, information, and hands-on confidence activities. We are not a medical, dermatology, or therapeutic service provider.

This program is for:

• Educational purposes
• Personal development
• Cultural hair-identity awareness
• Confidence building

Information presented should not be considered medical, clinical, or therapeutic advice.

2. No Medical or Dermatological Treatment

• Does not diagnose hair or skin conditions
• Does not prescribe treatments
• Does not provide medical evaluations
• Does not claim to cure or fix hair-related conditions

Parents/guardians are encouraged to seek professional dermatology or medical evaluation for clinical care needs.

3. Hair Products & Allergies Disclaimer

Professional hair-care products may be used for styling demonstrations and services. Parents/guardians are responsible for disclosing:

• Allergies
• Sensitivities
• Scalp conditions
• Product-related concerns

Hairitage Day is not responsible for:

• Undisclosed allergies
• Delayed reactions
• Pre-existing dermatological conditions

If allergies are disclosed, efforts will be made to accommodate when possible.

4. No Guarantee of Style Outcomes

Hairitage Day services such as braiding, styling, educational demonstrations, and hair-care tips are provided for confidence and learning purposes. Hairstyles may vary and may not match examples shown in marketing or demonstrations.

5. Clothing & Personal Property Disclaimer

Hairitage Day is not responsible for:

• Staining of clothing
• Damage to personal items
• Loss of accessories or belongings

Families are encouraged to dress children appropriately for interactive styling activities.

6. Photo, Video & Media Disclaimer

Events may include photography and videography for:

• Program documentation
• Education
• Social campaigns
• Donor updates
• Website and media usage

Parent/guardian consent is required for minors. Families may decline participation in media without penalty.

7. Social Media Use Disclaimer

Families who take their own photos and videos during events do so at their own discretion. Hairitage Day is not responsible for posts made by families, public comments, or content on external websites or apps.

8. Third-Party Links & Resources

Hairitage Day may share external resources for education purposes. We do not control or endorse content, claims, or privacy practices of external websites or organizations.

9. No Recruitment or Endorsement Disclaimer

Participation as a volunteer, stylist, vendor, sponsor, or partner does not imply:

• Endorsement
• Affiliation
• Hiring opportunity
• Recruiting access
• Business partnership

Unauthorized solicitation is prohibited and may result in removal.

10. Assumption of Participation Risk

Participation in Hairitage Day activities is voluntary. Parents/guardians understand that minor risks associated with hair-care and styling activities may occur. Participation signifies acceptance of these risks.

11. Governing Law

This Disclaimer is governed by the laws of the State of Missouri and applicable U.S. nonprofit protections and privacy statutes.

12. Contact Information