Last Updated: July 6, 2026

1. Service Description and Acceptable Use

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website and services provided by Equity Institute LLC ("we," "our," or "us"). Our services include equity consulting, dignity-centered leadership training, the Dignity Compass framework and assessments, learning communities such as the Equity Fellowship and Consultant Collective, webinars, teach-ins, and related planning tools for organizations and individuals in Olympia, Washington and the surrounding communities.

You agree to use our services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You are prohibited from using our services in any way that violates any applicable laws or regulations.

2. User Responsibilities

By using our services, you represent and warrant that:

All information you provide is accurate and up to date

You will maintain the accuracy of your information

You have the legal capacity to agree to these Terms

You will not use bots, scripts, or automated methods to access our services

3. Privacy of Personal & Organizational Information

Equity Institute LLC understands the sensitive nature of the information clients and members share with us.

We handle personal, organizational, and engagement information you share with us, including intake content, materials, and consulting arrangements, with care and discretion

Information you provide for intake forms, membership, webinars, or consulting arrangements may be shared with third-party vendors solely to fulfill those requests

You agree to notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use or disclosure of information submitted through our website

4. SMS Communications & TCPA Compliance

By providing your contact information and opting in, you agree to receive communications from Equity Institute LLC, including phone calls, emails, and SMS messages.

SMS Program Description:

Our SMS program includes messages such as webinar and teach-in reminders, membership and Fellowship updates, engagement scheduling notifications, and occasional communications related to our consulting and learning community services.

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply.

You may opt out at any time by replying "STOP" to any message.For assistance, reply "HELP" or contact us directly.

We comply with the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) and only send messages in accordance with applicable laws.

5. Carrier Liability Disclaimer

Mobile carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

6. Age Restriction (18+)

Intake forms, membership sign-ups, and other services on this website are intended to be used by individuals who are at least 18 years old. By using our services, you confirm that you are 18 years of age or older, or that you are acting with the consent of a parent or legal guardian.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Equity Institute LLC will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of data, arising from your use of our website or services.

8. Intellectual Property

All content, trademarks, photographs, and materials on this website, including the Dignity Compass framework, are owned by or licensed to Equity Institute LLC and are protected by applicable laws, except for materials submitted by clients or members, which remain the property of the submitting client or member.

9. Termination of Service

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our website or services at any time for violations of these Terms.

10. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes will be resolved in the courts located in Thurston County, Washington, where Equity Institute LLC is headquartered. You agree to submit to the jurisdiction of these courts.

11. Privacy Policy

Your use of our services is also governed by our Privacy Policy. Please review it here: https://menshealing.org/privacy--policy