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Educational Use & Licensing
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The images, texts, and other materials (collectively, the "Content") on the GLOBAÏA website are protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties. GLOBAÏA, as a non-profit organization, is dedicated to promoting planetary awareness and understanding of various social, cultural, and environmental issues. To further our mission and support educational purposes, we grant a limited license for the use of our Content under the following terms and conditions:
Educational and Non-Commercial Use
You are permitted to use the Content for educational purposes and to further GLOBAÏA's mission, provided that such use is strictly non-commercial in nature. Any use, reproduction, or distribution of the Content for commercial purposes is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of GLOBAÏA.
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Modification and Derivative Works
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Reservation of Rights
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Termination
GLOBAÏA reserves the right to terminate this license at any time if you breach any of the terms and conditions. Upon termination, you must immediately cease all use, reproduction, and distribution of the Content and delete any copies in your possession or control.
Requests for Permission
If you wish to use the Content for any purpose not expressly permitted by this license statement or if you require further information, please contact GLOBAÏA at info@globaia.org.
By using the Content in accordance with this license statement, you acknowledge and agree to these terms and conditions. Failure to comply with these terms and conditions may result in legal action for copyright infringement.
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User Conduct & Copyright Compliance
Acceptable Use Policy
This Acceptable Use Policy ("Policy") outlines the guidelines and rules that users must adhere to when accessing and using the GLOBAÏA website. By using our website, you agree to comply with this Policy and any applicable laws and regulations.
Prohibited Activities:
Users of the GLOBAÏA website are strictly prohibited from engaging in the following activities:
Posting or sharing content that is abusive, harassing, defamatory, obscene, pornographic, threatening, or otherwise objectionable, or that violates the rights of others, including their privacy and intellectual property rights.
Using the website to promote or engage in illegal activities, such as fraud, hacking, phishing, or distributing malware.
Engaging in any form of spamming, including unsolicited advertising or promotional materials, junk mail, or chain letters.
Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or the systems or networks connected to the website.
Interfering with the website's operation, security, or integrity, or that of other users, through the use of viruses, bots, or other harmful software or techniques.
Scraping, data mining, or using automated means to collect information from the website without GLOBAÏA's express written permission.
Global Intellectual Property Rights Compliance
GLOBAÏA respects the intellectual property rights of others and is committed to complying with applicable copyright laws and international agreements, such as the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Copyright Treaty and the WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty. We strive to adhere to legal provisions such as the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) in the United States, the Copyright Directive in the European Union, and other relevant copyright legislation in various jurisdictions. If you believe that your copyrighted material has been posted or shared on our website in a manner that constitutes copyright infringement, please provide the following information:
A detailed description of the copyrighted work that you claim has been infringed.
A description of the location on our website where the allegedly infringing material is located, including any relevant URLs.
Your contact information, including your name, address, telephone number, and email address.
A statement by you, made under penalty of perjury, that the information provided in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on the owner's behalf.
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Please send your claim notice to the following email address: info@globaia.org.
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🌐🎨🤔 Navigating Universal Representation · MIRA and Visual Inclusivity
The Minimum Information Representation Algorithm (MIRA) is a principle stating that the visual representation of universal concepts inevitably results in a loss of information and introduction of bias. As the universality of a concept increases, the difficulty of creating an inclusive and comprehensive visual representation increases proportionally, leading to unavoidable exclusions or misrepresentations of certain perspectives or groups.
We acknowledge the inherent challenges in visually representing broad, universal concepts as described by the Minimum Information Representation Algorithm (MIRA). In our work, we strive to include diverse perspectives and are acutely aware of the sensitivities surrounding visual representation. We engage in thoughtful consideration of the potential impacts and repercussions of our visual choices.
However, we recognize that compressing general ideas into specific visual elements has inherent limitations. The MIRA principle underscores that even with the utmost care and intention, some degree of exclusion or bias may be unavoidable when visually depicting universal concepts. We present our visual work with this understanding, inviting dialogue and continual improvement in our quest for more inclusive and representative visual communication.
🗺️🔄🌍 Reimagining Earth · Beyond Cartographic Conventions
We acknowledge the Eurocentric biases in standard cartographic conventions, such as Greenwich-centered projections and North-up orientations. These norms subtly influence global power perceptions and distort geographical relationships. Our work explores alternative representations, including South-up maps and centering traditionally marginalized regions like New Zealand. By challenging cartographic assumptions, we aim to foster a more inclusive and nuanced understanding of global geography, encouraging viewers to reconsider their perceptions of Earth's spatial relationships and geopolitical dynamics.