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Terms & Conditions
These Terms & Conditions govern your relationship with ELSWA — from membership and training to conference participation and use of this website. They exist to protect the integrity of the Association and the professional standards our community upholds.
Last Updated
05 August 2026

Effective Date

15 August 2026
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01 Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to the official website of Endo Laparoscopic Surgeons Welfare Association (ELSWA). By accessing, browsing, registering, or using any of our services, you agree to comply with these Terms & Conditions. These terms govern the use of our website, memberships, training programs, conferences, workshops, registrations, and all services provided by ELSWA.

If you do not agree with these terms, you should discontinue using our website and services.

02 About ELSWA

ELSWA is an international professional association committed to advancing minimally invasive surgery through education, research, collaboration, professional development, and healthcare innovation. Through memberships, hands-on training programs, conferences, workshops, and global partnerships, ELSWA aims to support surgeons, medical professionals, educators, and healthcare institutions worldwide.

03 Eligibility

Certain services offered by ELSWA may require professional qualifications or eligibility criteria. Memberships, training programs, fellowships, certifications, and workshops may only be available to eligible applicants based on educational qualifications, professional experience, or institutional requirements.

ELSWA reserves the right to verify submitted information before approving any application.

04 Membership

Membership applications are subject to review and approval by ELSWA. Membership benefits, validity periods, renewal requirements, and eligibility may vary depending on the selected membership category.

ELSWA reserves the right to suspend, reject, or terminate memberships where inaccurate information, misuse, or violation of organizational policies is identified.

05 Training Programs & Conferences

Participation in hands-on training programs, workshops, conferences, and other educational activities is subject to seat availability, eligibility requirements, and successful registration.

Participants are expected to:

Follow all event guidelines and instructions.

Maintain professional conduct throughout the program.

Respect faculty members, organizers, and fellow participants.

Comply with applicable safety protocols during practical sessions.

ELSWA reserves the right to modify schedules, faculty, venues, or program content whenever necessary.

06 Payments

Registration fees, membership fees, sponsorship payments, and other applicable charges must be completed using approved payment methods available on the website.

All prices displayed are subject to revision without prior notice unless a registration has already been confirmed. Applicable taxes may be charged in accordance with local regulations.

07 Intellectual Property

All website content, including text, graphics, logos, photographs, videos, course materials, publications, certificates, branding elements, and digital resources, remains the intellectual property of ELSWA or its authorized partners.

No material may be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed, or commercially used without prior written permission from ELSWA.

08 User Responsibilities

Users agree to provide accurate and complete information while using the website and its services. Any misuse of the platform, fraudulent activity, submission of false information, or unauthorized access attempts may result in cancellation of registrations, suspension of membership, or legal action where appropriate.

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any login credentials provided for future member services.

09 Certificates & Professional Recognition

Certificates issued by ELSWA are provided based on successful participation and fulfillment of applicable program requirements. Issuance of certificates does not automatically grant professional licensure, medical registration, or statutory recognition beyond the scope of the respective program.

Participants are responsible for verifying the acceptance of certificates within their own institutions or regulatory authorities where required.

10 Limitation of Liability

While ELSWA strives to provide accurate information, high-quality educational experiences, and reliable services, the organization does not guarantee uninterrupted website availability or error-free content at all times.

ELSWA shall not be held liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential losses arising from the use of its website, services, events, or educational programs except where required under applicable law.

11 Privacy

The collection, storage, and processing of personal information are governed by the ELSWA Privacy Policy. By using our services, you also acknowledge and accept the practices described within the Privacy Policy.

12 Changes to Services

ELSWA continuously develops its educational programs and organizational initiatives. As a result, we reserve the right to modify, update, postpone, relocate, or discontinue any membership program, workshop, conference, training activity, or website feature whenever operational or organizational requirements make such changes necessary.

Reasonable efforts will be made to notify affected participants whenever possible.

13 Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India. Any disputes arising from the use of the website or ELSWA services shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts located in New Delhi, India, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

14 Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

Endo Laparoscopic Surgeons Welfare Association (ELSWA)

Address: Dwarka, New Delhi, India

Email: info@elswa.com

Website: www.elswa.com

For membership, conference, training, sponsorship, or general inquiries, please visit the Contact page available on our website.

By accessing the ELSWA website or using any of our memberships, training programs, conferences, workshops, or related services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.