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Terms of Use

Last Updated: June 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website (CommunityMediaAdvocacyNetwork.org), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement.

2. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily download one copy of the materials on this website for personal, non-commercial transitory viewing only.

3. Disclaimer

The materials on this website are provided on an “as is” basis. Community Media Advocacy Network makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaims and negates all other warranties including, without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights.

4. Limitations

In no event shall Community Media Advocacy Network or its suppliers be liable for any damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of data or profit, or due to business interruption) arising out of the use or inability to use the materials on this website.

5. Donations

Community Media Advocacy Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (formerly HSHOM) that owns and operates Hotspots Magazine and supports The Advocate Journalism Project. All donations are voluntary and are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, and are processed by our third-party payment provider. This website provides general information only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. Please consult a qualified professional regarding your specific situation.

6. Consent to Communications

By contacting Community Media Advocacy Network through this website, by phone, or by email:

  • You consent to be contacted by Community Media Advocacy Network via phone, SMS/text message, and/or email regarding your inquiry.
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7. Accuracy of Materials

The materials appearing on this website could include technical, typographical, or photographic errors. Community Media Advocacy Network does not warrant that any of the materials on this website are accurate, complete, or current.

8. Links

This website has not reviewed all sites linked to it and is not responsible for the contents of any such linked site. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement.

9. Modifications

Community Media Advocacy Network may revise these terms of use at any time without notice. By using this website you are agreeing to be bound by the then current version of these terms of use.

10. Governing Law

These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that state.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact:

Community Media Advocacy Network
Email: support@CommunityMediaAdvocacyNetwork.org
Address: 123 Main Street, New York, NY