General Terms & Conditions

1. Terms & Conditions

These Terms & Conditions apply to all programs, conferences, summits, retreats, training sessions, and events operated by Future Youth Global Network (FYGN). FYGN is a brand owned and managed by FUTURE YOUTH GLOBAL NETWORK EVENT - FZCO, a company registered in Dubai Silicon Oasis, United Arab Emirates, under License No. 75038.

By submitting an application, completing payment, or attending any FYGN activity, the participant agrees to be legally bound by all clauses outlined below.

A. Eligibility

Participants must meet the age and program-specific requirements.
FYGN reserves the right to verify identity and eligibility at any stage.
Applications may be accepted or declined at FYGN's sole discretion without obligation to provide justification.

B. Registration

Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance.
Only applicants who receive an official Acceptance Email are considered approved.
Self-funded delegates must complete payment by the stated deadline. Failure to do so may result in the immediate loss of the allocated seat.

C. Fees & Charges

Application Fees: Are non-refundable under all circumstances.
Program Fees: For self-funded delegates, fees are refundable only in accordance with the Refund Policy.
Fully Funded Delegates: Do not pay program fees and therefore are not eligible for refunds.
VAT & Taxes: All fees are exclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT). If applicable under UAE law at the time of invoicing, 5% VAT (or the current legal rate) will be added to the total amount.

D. Program Adjustments

FYGN reserves the right to modify program dates, venues, speakers, schedules, or formats when reasonably required due to safety considerations, logistics, government restrictions, force majeure, or host-country regulations. Such changes do not entitle participants to refunds beyond what is stated in the Refund Policy.

E. Visas, Travel & Accommodation

FYGN may issue visa support documents where applicable but does not guarantee visa approval.
Travel arrangements, flight bookings, and immigration compliance are the sole responsibility of the participant.
FYGN is not responsible for costs or losses related to visa refusal, flight cancellation, accommodation issues, or travel delays.

F. Conduct & Removal

Participants must comply with the FYGN Code of Conduct at all times.
FYGN reserves the right to remove any participant for misconduct, harassment, or violation of laws/regulations. No refund will be issued in such cases.

G. Certification

Issuance of certificates is at the discretion of FYGN and is contingent upon full attendance, active participation, and appropriate conduct throughout the program.

H. Intellectual Property (IP)

All materials, presentations, logos, branding, and training content provided during FYGN events are the intellectual property of FYGN or its speakers. Participants may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or use these materials for commercial purposes without prior written consent.

I. Limitation of Liability

FYGN shall not be liable for illness, injury, loss, theft, visa issues, travel disruptions, accommodation failures, or force majeure events unless direct and gross negligence by FYGN is legally proven in a court of law.

J. Amendments & Severability

Updates: FYGN reserves the right to update these Terms & Conditions at any time. Continued participation after updates constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

K. Acceptance of Policies

Participation in any FYGN activity constitutes full acceptance of all FYGN legal policies, including but not limited to:

Refund Policy
Privacy Policy & GDPR Compliance
Liability & Risk Waiver
Code of Conduct
Anti-Fraud Policy

L. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Dubai.

2. Participation Agreement (Summary)

By registering for any FYGN program or event, the delegate explicitly confirms that they:

Understand and accept all FYGN legal policies and Terms & Conditions.
Are fully responsible for their own travel arrangements, insurance, and visa compliance.
Accept the refund structure without dispute, including the non-refundable nature of application fees.
Agree to comply with all behavioral standards and the Code of Conduct.
Participate voluntarily and at their own personal risk.

3. Refund Policy

This Refund Policy applies only to self-funded registrations. By completing the payment, the delegate agrees to the terms outlined below.

Application Fees

Any fees designated specifically as "Application Fees" or "Administrative Fees" are non-refundable under all circumstances.

Registration Refund Schedule

Refunds are calculated based on the date a formal cancellation request is received via email (info@fygn.org) relative to the official program start date:

Days Before Event | Refund Percentage

90 days or more: 100%
75–89 days: 75%
60–74 days: 50%
45–59 days: 25%
Less than 45 days: No refund
⚠️ Early Bird & Promotional Rates (Non-Refundable) Please note:
Registrations secured under "Early Bird" ratesor special discounted offers are strictly non-refundable. Due to the discounted nature of these tickets, the standard refund schedule above does not apply. No refunds or cancellations will be accepted for these categories regardless of the request date.

Additional Refund Conditions & Deductions

Transaction Fees: Third-party payment processing fees (e.g., Stripe, Bank Charges) and currency conversion costs are non-refundable and will be deducted from the final refund amount.
Exchange Rates: Refunds are processed in the original currency of payment. FYGN is not responsible for any difference in the refund amount due to fluctuating exchange rates or the delegate’s bank fees.
Processing Time: Approved refunds will be processed within 14–21 business days. It may take additional time for the funds to reflect in the delegate's bank account depending on their local bank policies.

Visa Rejection & Travel Policy (Strictly Enforced)

The delegate is solely responsible for obtaining the necessary visa and travel documents.
Visa rejection or delayed processing is treated as a personal cancellation.
Refunds for visa-related issues will strictly follow the "Registration Refund Schedule" table above. No exceptions will be made for late visa denials.

No-Shows & Late Withdrawals No refunds will be issued for:

Failure to attend the event (No-Show).
Cancellation requests made less than 45 days before the event.
Early departure from the program.

Fully Funded Delegates

Fully funded delegates are not eligible for refunds as no program fees are paid. However, failure to attend without prior notice may result in blacklisting from future events.

4. Anti-Fraud Policy

FYGN maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward fraud and unauthorized chargebacks. Fraudulent activity includes, but is not limited to:

Use of false identity or submission of altered/falsified documents.
Unauthorized payments, stolen credit card usage, or payment manipulation.
Friendly Fraud: Filing a dispute or chargeback with the bank after attending the event or agreeing to the non-refundable terms.

Consequences of Fraud

Immediate termination of participation without refund.
Permanent blacklisting from all FYGN programs and partner networks.
Legal Action: FYGN reserves the right to report fraudulent activity to local authorities and international credit bureaus.