TERMS & CONDITIONS

Center for Trait-Based Transformation

Effective Date: March 30, 2026

Welcome to the Center for Trait-Based Transformation, including StartfromStrength.org and all connected digital properties across our Prevention, Recovery, and Leadership programs (collectively, the "Site").

By accessing this website, downloading resources, submitting forms, opting into SMS communications, or using any related services, you agree to these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. WEBSITE + RESOURCE USE

You may use this website to:

- Learn about the Trait-Based Framework

- Download public guides and research

- Submit contact or partnership inquiries

- Join certification or ambassador pathways

- Request implementation support

- Opt into SMS or email updates

- Schedule discovery or strategy calls

You agree not to:

- Misuse or disrupt the website or its services

- Scrape, duplicate, or republish proprietary framework materials

- Impersonate another person or organization

- Use automated means to harvest contact information

- Reproduce the framework curriculum without written permission

2. SMS / MOBILE TERMS OF SERVICE

How to Opt In

By providing your mobile phone number and checking the SMS consent checkbox on any form on this website, you expressly consent to receive recurring automated text messages from the Center for Trait-Based Transformation. You are not required to provide your mobile number or opt into SMS as a condition of accessing resources, purchasing, enrolling, or participating in any program or partnership.

Types of Messages

Once you opt in, you may receive text messages regarding:

- Resource and guide delivery

- Implementation updates and follow-ups

- Appointment reminders and scheduling confirmations

- Certification and ambassador program updates

- Requested support communications

- Occasional educational announcements related to the Trait-Based Framework

Message Frequency

Message frequency varies based on your inquiry type, selected pathways, and program activity. You may receive up to 4–6 messages per month depending on your engagement.

Charges

Message and data rates may apply. Contact your mobile carrier for details.

How to Opt Out

You may cancel SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message you receive from us. After texting STOP, you will receive one final confirmation message confirming your opt-out, and no further SMS messages will be sent to your number unless you opt in again.

Help

For assistance, reply HELP to any message, or contact us at:

Center for Trait-Based Transformation

[email protected]

Consent Is Not a Condition of Purchase

SMS consent is not a condition of purchase, enrollment, certification, partnership, or access to any resource or service offered by the Center for Trait-Based Transformation.

3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

All framework content, downloadable guides, diagrams, certification structures, learning materials, brand language, and visual assets are the exclusive intellectual property of the Center for Trait-Based Transformation unless otherwise stated. This includes, without limitation:

- The Trait-Based Framework and all associated models

- Prevention, Recovery, and Leadership program materials

- Ambassador curriculum and training content

- Research, guides, and implementation workflows

- Diagrams, site copy, and visual assets

No reproduction, resale, relicensing, or redistribution of any content is permitted without prior written consent from the Center for Trait-Based Transformation.

4. EDUCATIONAL + INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES

All website materials are provided for educational, informational, organizational, and professional development purposes only. Nothing on this Site constitutes or should be interpreted as:

- Medical treatment or clinical mental health advice

- Legal advice or counsel

- A guarantee of licensure, funding, employment, or certification completion

5. NO GUARANTEE OF OUTCOMES

Results vary based on individual circumstances, environment, implementation quality, leadership support, and participant engagement. The Center for Trait-Based Transformation makes no guarantees regarding:

- Recovery or school outcomes

- Organizational transformation timelines

- Leadership development results

- Funding approvals

- Certification completion or outcomes

6. THIRD-PARTY TOOLS

This website may use or link to third-party services including, but not limited to, Teachable, CRM and SMS platforms, scheduling tools, embedded video or PDF tools, analytics providers, and partner websites. The Center for Trait-Based Transformation is not responsible for the availability, content, or policies of any third-party service.

7. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Center for Trait-Based Transformation shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website, its resources, SMS communications, or any implementation decisions made in connection with our services.

8. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

9. UPDATES TO THESE TERMS

These Terms & Conditions may be updated periodically. The effective date above reflects the most current version. Your continued use of this website and SMS services following any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.