Intellectual Property Policy for the Mentor Me Now Foundation
Introduction
The Mentor Me Now Foundation (MMNF) recognizes the importance of protecting intellectual property rights, including copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, and patents. This policy outlines our commitment to safeguarding our intellectual property and respecting the intellectual property rights of others.
Ownership of MMNF Intellectual Property
- MMNF retains ownership of all intellectual property created by employees, contractors, and volunteers in the course of their work for MMNF.
- MMNF has the exclusive right to use, reproduce, display, and distribute its intellectual property.
Protection of MMNF Intellectual Property
- MMNF will take necessary steps to secure its intellectual property and prevent unauthorized use by third parties.
- MMNF will pursue legal remedies against any individual or organization found to be violating MMNF's intellectual property rights.
Use of Third-Party Intellectual Property
- MMNF respects the intellectual property rights of third parties and will only use their intellectual property with express permission or under fair use guidelines.
- MMNF will ensure that all content shared on MMNF's website, social media channels, and other marketing materials are properly licensed or used under fair use guidelines.
Disclosure of MMNF Intellectual Property
- MMNF requires that all employees, contractors, and volunteers sign a non-disclosure agreement to protect confidential and proprietary information from unauthorized disclosure.
- MMNF requires that all employees, contractors, and volunteers disclose to MMNF any intellectual property created outside of work that may interfere with MMNF's intellectual property rights.
Enforcement
- MMNF will take necessary action to enforce this policy, including disciplinary action against employees, contractors, and volunteers who violate this policy.
- MMNF will take legal action against third parties who violate MMNF's intellectual property rights.
Conclusion
At MMNF, we recognize that our intellectual property is fundamental to our operations and mission. Through our Intellectual Property Policy, we maintain a commitment to safeguarding our intellectual property and respecting the intellectual property rights of others. We take seriously our responsibility to secure our intellectual property and pursue legal action against any individual or organization found to be violating MMNF's intellectual property rights.
