Website Terms of Use

1. About this website

This website is owned and operated by One Woman at a Time (OWAAT), a UK registered charity. Our mission is to empower women and girls to shape their own futures, free from harm and fear. We work in Sub-Saharan Africa and beyond, supporting education, healthcare, and the eradication of harmful practices such as FGM. This website is used to share our work, raise awareness, and invite supporters to donate, fundraise, and get involved.

2. Using this website

You may use this website for lawful purposes only. You must not:

• Use the site in any way that is unlawful, harmful, or disruptive
• Copy, reproduce, or distribute any content without our written permission
• Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website
• Use the site to send unsolicited or spam communications
• Use the site in any way that could bring the charity into disrepute

3. Donations

Donations made through or via this website are gratefully received and used to further the charitable aims of One Woman at a Time. Donations are non-refundable except in exceptional circumstances at the discretion of the charity. If you have a query about a donation, please contact us directly.

4. Fundraising events and challenges

Information about our charity challenges and fundraising events, including the Camino de Santiago trek and coastal walks, is provided for guidance purposes. Event places are subject to availability and are managed through third-party booking platforms including TryBooking and BookItZone. Participation in any physical challenge or event is at your own risk. We strongly encourage all participants to ensure they are physically prepared and appropriately insured for the activities they undertake.

5. Sensitive content

This website contains stories and information relating to the vulnerable women and girls we support, including references to FGM, poverty, and other difficult circumstances. All case studies are shared with consent and with identifying details changed to protect privacy. This content is presented with care and respect for the individuals involved.

6. Intellectual property

All content on this website, including text, photography, stories, and design, belongs to One Woman at a Time unless otherwise stated. You may not use, copy, or reproduce any content — particularly photographs or case studies — without prior written permission.

7. Accuracy of information

We take care to ensure the information on this website is accurate and up to date. However, we reserve the right to make changes without notice. For the most current information about our projects, events, or how to support us, please contact us directly.

8. External links

This website may contain links to third-party websites and partner organisations for your convenience. We have no control over the content of those sites and accept no responsibility for them or any loss that may arise from your use of them.

9. Limitation of liability

One Woman at a Time will not be liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of this website or reliance on any information contained within it, to the fullest extent permitted by law. This does not affect your statutory rights.

10. Privacy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy & Cookie Policy and Data Protection policy, both of which are available on this website.

11. Changes to these terms

We may update these terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the website after changes are made means you accept the updated terms.

12. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.