Terms and Conditions

1. About SLeEV

Sri Lanka e-Evangelization (SLeEV) is a Catholic educational organization operating under the guidance and blessings of the Catholic Archdiocese of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Founded by Rev. Dr. Cecil Joy Perera in 2014, SLeEV provides online theological education and catechetical courses to the Catholic faithful worldwide.

By accessing and using our website at sleev.org (“the Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

2. Our Services

SLeEV provides the following services:

• Online theological courses and educational content
• Catechetical materials and resources
• Digital learning platforms and tools
• Community forums for faith-based discussions
• Educational support and guidance

3. User Registration and Accounts

To access certain features of our Website, you may need to create an account. When registering, you agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
• Keep your login credentials confidential and secure
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or are inactive for extended periods.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

As a faith-based educational platform, we expect all users to conduct themselves with respect and dignity. You agree not to:

• Use the Website for any unlawful or prohibited activities
• Post content that is offensive, defamatory, or contrary to Catholic teachings
• Harass, threaten, or discriminate against other users
• Share or distribute content without proper authorization
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use the Website to spread false teachings or misinformation about the Catholic faith
• Engage in commercial activities without prior written consent

We reserve the right to remove content or suspend users who violate this policy.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this Website, including but not limited to courses, articles, videos, images, and educational materials, is the property of SLeEV, the Catholic Archdiocese of Colombo, or our licensed content providers.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our content for personal educational purposes only. You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or publicly display our content without permission
• Modify, adapt, or create derivative works from our materials
• Use our content for commercial purposes
• Remove or alter any copyright notices or proprietary markings

6. Course Enrollment and Completion

Course enrollment is subject to availability and approval. We reserve the right to:

• Limit enrollment in certain courses
• Modify course content, schedules, or instructors as needed
• Cancel courses due to insufficient enrollment or other circumstances
• Set prerequisites for advanced courses

Course completion certificates are issued at our discretion based on successful completion of all requirements.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. Our collection, use, and disclosure of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

By using our Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

Our Website and services are provided “as is“ without warranties of any kind. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no representations or warranties about:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of our content
• The availability or functionality of our Website
• The suitability of our courses for your specific needs

To the maximum extent permitted by law, SLeEV and the Catholic Archdiocese of Colombo shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our Website or services.

9. Third-Party Links and Content

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. These links are provided for convenience only, and we do not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites.

10. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our Website. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

11. Termination

Either party may terminate your access to our services at any time, with or without cause. Upon termination, your right to use our Website and access our content will cease immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination will remain in effect.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of Sri Lanka. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of our Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Sri Lanka.

13. Contact Information

14. Ecclesiastical Authority

SLeEV operates under the guidance and authority of His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, Archbishop of the Metropolitan Roman Catholic Diocese of Colombo, Sri Lanka. All educational content and religious instruction provided through our platform is in accordance with Catholic Church teachings and Canon Law.