Site Terms

Welcome to the official website of Latinos in Heritage Conservation (LHC). By accessing and using this site, you agree to the following terms, which are designed to promote transparency, protect your privacy, and ensure a respectful, accessible, and engaging experience for all visitors.

ABOUT US

Latinos in Heritage Conservation is the national non-profit organization dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and advocating for Latinx heritage, history, and cultural sites across the United States and Puerto Rico. Our work empowers Latinx communities through education, storytelling, and collective action.

Our Commitment to You

We strive to:

Provide accurate and up-to-date information about Latinx heritage and our preservation efforts.
Offer accessible, inclusive, and culturally respectful content.
Protect your privacy and personal data.
Foster a safe and welcoming online environment for all visitors.

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us.

When you visit www.latinoheritage.us, we may collect non-personal information (like browser type or pages visited) to improve site functionality. Personal information, such as your name or email, is only collected when voluntarily provided, for example when subscribing to our newsletter, registering for events, or donating.

How We Use Your Information:

To send you updates about Latinx heritage news and events.
To process donations and event registrations securely.
To improve website performance and user experience.

We never sell or share your personal data with third parties without your consent.

Read our full Privacy Policy for details.

TERMS OF USE

By using our website, you agree to:

Use the site respectfully. Do not post or transmit harmful, offensive, or unlawful content.
Respect intellectual property. All content, unless otherwise noted, is the property of LHC and cannot be reproduced without permission.
Engage responsibly. When interacting with our community through comment sections, forms, or social media, please uphold respectful and constructive dialogue.

Copyright and Intellectual Property Rights

Ownership of Content

All content on this website, including but not limited to photographs, images, graphics, illustrations, text, articles, blog posts, videos, audio files, logos, design elements, and website layout, is the exclusive property of Latinos in Heritage Conservation or used with proper authorization from rights holders and or has credited artists, photographers or muralist that appear on the site which hold artistic rights. This content is protected by United States and international copyright laws under the Fair Use Act https://www.copyright.gov/fair-use/

Original Research and Photography

Many images and photographs displayed on this website represent original research, documentation, and fieldwork conducted by LHC staff, volunteers, and contracted professionals. These visual materials document Latinx heritage sites, cultural landscapes, historic preservation projects, and community events. Significant time, expertise, and resources have been invested in creating and curating this visual archive.

Prohibited Uses

Without express written permission from Latinos in Heritage Conservation, you may NOT:

Download, copy, reproduce, distribute, or republish any images, photographs, videos, or graphics from this website
Use our visual content for commercial purposes, publications, presentations, or exhibitions
Modify, crop, alter, or create derivative works from our images
Remove or obscure copyright notices, watermarks, or attribution information
Scrape, harvest, or systematically collect images or content from our website using automated tools
Embed or hotlink our images on other websites or social media platforms
Claim our images as your own work or misrepresent their source

Permitted Uses

You may:

View and browse website content for personal, non-commercial, educational purposes
Share links to our website pages on social media (without downloading or reposting images directly)
Reference our work with proper citation and attribution in academic or educational contexts, using only small excerpts and thumbnails where fair use applies

Requesting Permission to Use Images or Content

If you wish to use any images, photographs, or substantial content from our website, you must submit a written request to info@latinoheritage.us that includes:

Description of the specific image(s) or content you wish to use
Intended use (publication, presentation, exhibition, website, etc.)
Context and purpose of use
Audience and distribution scope
Proposed credit/attribution language

LHC reserves the right to approve or deny any usage request at our sole discretion. Approved uses may require licensing fees, specific attribution requirements, and/or a signed licensing agreement.

Unauthorized use of our copyrighted materials constitutes copyright infringement and may result in:

Formal cease and desist notices
DMCA takedown requests
Legal action seeking damages and injunctive relief
Liability for attorney fees and costs

We actively monitor unauthorized use of our content and take copyright protection seriously.

Third-Party Content

Some content on this website may be owned by third parties and used by LHC with permission or under license. Such content remains the property of its respective owners and is subject to their copyright restrictions.

DMCA Policy and Designated Agent

Latinos in Heritage Conservation complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used on our website without authorization, please send a written notice to our designated DMCA agent at info@latinoheritage.us containing:

Your physical or electronic signature
Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
Identification of the allegedly infringing material and its location on our website
Your contact information (address, telephone number, email)
A statement that you have a good faith belief that the disputed use is not authorized
A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

If you believe your content was wrongly removed from our website due to a DMCA notice, you may file a counter-notification with the same contact information.

Accessibility Statement

Latinos in Heritage Conservation is committed to providing a website that is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities.

We actively work to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards and welcome your feedback to improve accessibility. Read our full Accessibility Statement for details and feel free to contact us at info@latinoheritage.us if you encounter any barriers.

Donations and Partnerships

We deeply value our donors, sponsors, and partners who make our mission possible.

When You Donate:

Your contribution is used directly to support programs, advocacy, and preservation efforts.
Donation information is processed securely.
You will receive updates and reports on how your gift makes an impact.

Partnership Opportunities:

Collaborative projects
Event sponsorships
Educational programming

Learn more on our membership page.

Content Accuracy and Updates

We strive to ensure all content is accurate and timely, but Latinx heritage preservation is an evolving field.

We reserve the right to update website content, policies, and terms without prior notice to reflect our latest work and community input.

Limitation of Liability

While we strive for accuracy, Latinos in Heritage Conservation make no warranties or representations regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of website content. Use of this website is at your own risk. LHC is not liable for any damage arising from your use of or inability to use this website.

Governing Law

These Site Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the jurisdiction where Latinos in Heritage Conservation is registered, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Changes to These Terms

LHC reserves the right to modify these Site Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

Do you have questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you! Reach us at: info@latinoheritage.us

Thank you for supporting the preservation of Latinx heritage and history. Together, we are building a stronger, more inclusive narrative.