Welcome to the official website of React Unite Now (R.U.N.), a movement committed to connecting citizens with businesses and individuals who share similar social, political, and ideological values. Our platform is designed to foster value-based consumerism, activism, and political discourse, by enabling consumers to make informed purchasing decisions and helping businesses that align with these values to reach like-minded customers.
By using the React Unite Now website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these Terms, please refrain from using the site.
Throughout this website, and all related websites, communications, documents, promotional materials, and representations, the names “React Unite Now,” “R.U.N.,” “React Unite Now Inc.,” “R.U.N. Inc.,” and any stylistic variations or abbreviations shall all be understood to mean React Unite Now Incorporated.
1. Purpose and Mission
React Unite Now (R.U.N.) is more than just a website; it’s a movement focused on creating a network of individuals and businesses who are committed to:
Value-Based Purchasing: Helping consumers make more informed choices by supporting businesses that align with their personal values.
Promoting Thoughtful Discourse: Facilitating constructive discussions around social, political, and ideological issues that matter.
Activism & Engagement: Encouraging active participation in causes that align with our collective values.
We also provide businesses with the opportunity to clearly signal their commitment to these shared values by using The Lantern (TM) symbol, signifying that they support the movement’s mission and principles.
Slogan: “Follow The Lantern, Feed Your Values, Starve The Beast.” (TM)
This slogan embodies the core of our movement: guiding consumers to make choices that align with their ethical beliefs, empowering businesses that share these values, and challenging systems that do not.
2. Buyer and Seller Responsibilities
For Buyers:
Informed Decisions: Buyers are encouraged to make purchasing decisions based on the values they hold dear. The Lantern symbol helps you identify businesses that share your values, but we encourage you to still engage critically with the brands you choose to support.
Respectful Engagement: While purchasing from Lantern-endorsed businesses, buyers should engage in respectful discourse with others and refrain from using the platform for harmful or disruptive behavior.
For Sellers:
Using the Lantern: Sellers who wish to use The Lantern symbol on their products or services must adhere to the values clearly outlined on the R.U.N. website, which include ethical business practices, sustainability, and social justice. The Lantern serves as a mark of commitment to these principles and helps buyers identify businesses aligned with their values.
Transparency: Sellers should ensure that the values they promote are accurately reflected in their business practices. Failure to uphold these standards could lead to revocation of The Lantern symbol from their listings.
Sellers are also encouraged to engage in healthy, open dialogue about the principles behind their products and services, fostering mutual understanding between consumers and businesses.
3. Intellectual Property
The content, logos, and symbols on this website (including The Lantern (TM) symbol) are the property of React Unite Now or its licensors. You may not use, reproduce, or distribute any content from this website without express permission, except for personal, non-commercial use, or in cases where you are a registered seller using The Lantern symbol in accordance with these Terms.
4. User-Generated Content
Users may contribute to discussions, share opinions, and post content on the website. By submitting content, you agree to:
Grant React Unite Now a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use and distribute your content.
Respectful Discourse: Content that is offensive, defamatory, discriminatory, or misleading will not be tolerated. However, we acknowledge that political discourse can be contentious, and we aim to provide a space for a wide range of views to be discussed respectfully.
We encourage healthy, civil discourse, but reserve the right to remove content that violates our guidelines or disrupts the platform’s purpose.
5. Promoting Value-Based Purchasing and Seller-Buyer Connections
As part of our mission, we connect businesses and consumers who share similar values:
Value-Based Purchasing: We help buyers identify and support businesses that adhere to ethical principles aligned with social justice, environmental sustainability, and community welfare.
The Lantern: Sellers who align with the R.U.N. movement can use The Lantern symbol to signal their commitment to these values, making it easier for buyers to know which businesses share their ideals. However, The Lantern symbol does not imply that R.U.N. is responsible for the quality or reliability of the business.
Affiliate Links and Financial Transparency: Some links on our website may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you purchase a product or service through them. While we only promote businesses and services that align with the movement’s values, we encourage buyers to conduct their own research and ensure they are comfortable with any financial decisions they make.
6. Privacy and Data Collection
React Unite Now values your privacy and is committed to transparency regarding the collection and use of your personal data. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy, which outlines the following:
Data Collection: We collect information such as browsing activity, IP addresses, and demographic data to improve your user experience and provide targeted content. This data will not be sold or shared with third parties without your consent, except as required by law.
User Control: You have the right to request access to or deletion of your personal data. We strive to ensure that your data is secure and used only for the purpose of providing services related to the movement.
7. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability
While we aim to provide accurate and valuable content, React Unite Now makes no representations or warranties about the completeness or accuracy of the information on this website. The Lantern symbol does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of a business’s performance, quality, or ethical practices beyond the alignment with the movement’s values.
No Endorsement: The Lantern symbol does not imply that we guarantee or vouch for the success of any business using it. We encourage users to make purchasing decisions carefully and critically.
Limitation of Liability: React Unite Now is not liable for any damages, losses, or issues resulting from the use of this website or the reliance on any information, products, or services provided here.
8. Moderation, Censorship, and Free Expression
We recognize the importance of free speech and diversity of thought but aim to maintain a respectful and civil platform. While we encourage open discussions, we reserve the right to remove content that is:
Harmful or Abusive: Including but not limited to hate speech, personal attacks, or offensive material.
Misleading or False: Content that intentionally spreads misinformation, particularly related to political or ideological discourse, may be subject to moderation.
We will make every effort to ensure that moderation policies are transparent and applied consistently. However, we also encourage users to report any content they believe violates these guidelines.
9. Changes to the Terms of Use
React Unite Now reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the website after such changes will constitute acceptance of the modified terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of British Columbia in which React Unite Now is headquartered. Any disputes arising from these terms will be resolved in the appropriate courts in that jurisdiction.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Use, please feel free to contact us at [contact@reactunitenow.org] or visit our Contact page.
Conclusion
By using the React Unite Now website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by these Terms of Use. We are excited to help you engage in meaningful discourse and empower you to make thoughtful, value-based purchasing decisions that support a better, more just society.