Terms & Conditions – #MyEpilepsyJourney Campaign

Organizer

‍The #MyEpilepsyJourney campaign (“Campaign”) is organized by LivaNova under the brand Epsy Health (“Organizer”). The Campaign supports the Epilepsy Foundation of America, a U.S.-based non-profit organization.

1. Eligibility

  • The Campaign is open to individuals aged 13 years or older. Participants under 18 must have permission from a parent or guardian.
  • U.S. Residents Only: The Campaign is limited to residents of the United States.

2. Campaign Overview & Goals

Campaign Purpose: #MyEpilepsyJourney invites people living with epilepsy, and those who support them, to share personal stories. Posts may include moments of hope, creative expression, or experiences with epilepsy.

Donation: For every eligible post, the Organizer will donate $5 USD to the Epilepsy Foundation of America, up to a total of $5,000.

Goals:

  • Raise awareness of epilepsy and challenges associated with epilepsy or Drug-Resistant Epilepsy.
  • Create a safe, inclusive space for storytelling and community connection.
  • Empower participants to advocate for themselves and others.
  • Raise funds for the Epilepsy Foundation of America through social storytelling.

Main Message: “Every voice matters. Every story adds strength.”

3. How to Participate

  • Create a post: photo, short video, or artwork.
  • Share your story: treatments, setbacks, growth, support, or advice.
  • Use the hashtag #MyEpilepsyJourney and tag @epsyhealth.
  • Nominate 2 friends to join.

4. Donation Mechanism:

  • $5 per eligible post, up to a total campaign donation of $5,000.
  • One donation per unique post; duplicates or substantially identical posts may not count.
  • Each Instagram account may contribute up to 1 eligible post. ‍

5. Community Spotlights

Selected posts may be featured in:

  • Weekly “Spotlight Stories” on Instagram and the blog.
  • Fan Feature Fridays in Stories.
  • Mash-Up Reels showcasing community creativity.
  • Support Circle posts from caregivers, friends, and loved ones.

Spotlight selection is not a contest and does not imply endorsement, ranking, or compensation.

6. Privacy

  • Participation is voluntary and at the participant’s discretion.
  • Instagram handles and publicly available content may be shared in connection with the Campaign.
  • Participants are also subject to Instagram’s Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

7. Employee Participation and Non-Promotion

  • Participation is voluntary.
  • Posts must reflect authentic experiences with epilepsy or supporting someone with epilepsy.
  • The Campaign is not marketing or promotion for any product, treatment, or therapy. Mentions of LivaNova, VNS Therapy, or other brand names are strictly prohibited.

8. Disclaimers & Limitations

  • The Campaign is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram.
  • The Organizer may modify, suspend, or terminate the Campaign for reasons including technical issues, misuse, or unforeseen events.
  • Donation tracking is managed in good faith; the Organizer does not guarantee perfect accuracy.

9. Governing Law

  • These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to conflict of law principles.
  • Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Texas.

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