COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARK NOTICE
© 2025 Sovran Systems Institute. All Rights Reserved.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION
All content, teachings, methodologies, and educational systems presented by Sovran Systems Institute are exclusive intellectual property protected under U.S. copyright and trademark law.
This includes but is not limited to:
- Written materials, books, and publications
- Video and audio recordings
- Ministry session content and curricula
- Website content and design
- Social media posts and communications
- The Resiliency Code™ operating system
- Nine Fields capacity building methodology
- All proprietary systems and processes
TRADEMARK NOTICE
The following are trademarks of Sovran Systems Institute:
Registered Trademarks: None currently registered
Unregistered Trademarks (Common Law):
- The Resiliency Code™
- Sovran Wellth™
- Sovran Systems Institute™
- The Resilient Path™
- Sovran Press™
- The Grounds™
These marks identify the source of our religious educational services and materials. Unauthorized use in connection with any goods, services, courses, or materials is prohibited and may constitute trademark infringement.
PERMITTED USES
✓ Sharing SSI content using platform native share functions (YouTube share, website links, etc.)
✓ Brief quotations (under 300 words) for personal study, academic discussion, or commentary with proper attribution to "Sovran Systems Institute" and link to original source
✓ Linking to SSI website or YouTube channel from your own platforms
PROHIBITED USES (Without Written Permission)
✗ Downloading, re-uploading, or redistributing SSI video or audio content
✗ Screen recording or capturing SSI content for redistribution
✗ Incorporating clips, excerpts, or segments into other content
✗ Creating derivative works based on SSI materials
✗ Commercial use of SSI content or systems
✗ Teaching, training, or offering certification using The Resiliency Code™ or related methodologies
✗ Using SSI trademarked terms in your own courses, materials, or services in ways that suggest affiliation or endorsement
THE RESILIENCY CODE OPERATING SYSTEM LICENSING
The Resiliency Code™ operating system is proprietary. Any individual or organization wishing to teach, train, or provide services using our methodologies must enter into a formal licensing agreement with Sovran Systems Institute.
Licensing agreements include:
- Quality control requirements
- Mission and values alignment provisions
- Trademark usage guidelines
- Ongoing accountability to SSI religious authority
For licensing inquiries: info@sovransystemsinstitute.com
YOUTUBE-SPECIFIC GUIDANCE
All SSI YouTube content is published under Standard YouTube License (not Creative Commons). This means:
- You may watch and share videos using YouTube's native share function
- You may not download, re-upload, or create compilations
- You may not use Content ID or claim ownership of SSI content
- Brief quotations with attribution are permitted for commentary or educational purposes
DMCA AND ENFORCEMENT
Sovran Systems Institute actively protects its intellectual property. Unauthorized use will result in:
- DMCA takedown notices for infringing content
- Cease and desist communications
- Legal action when warranted
To report potential infringement: info@sovransystemsinstitute.com
ATTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS
When quoting or referencing SSI materials with permission:
- Credit "Sovran Systems Institute" as the source
- Include link to original content when published online
- Use proper trademark symbols (™) on first mention
- Do not imply endorsement or affiliation beyond what exists
QUESTIONS AND PERMISSIONS
For questions about copyright, trademark usage, or to request permission for uses not covered above:
Sovran Systems Institute
1601 GA Highway 40 E Unit M329
Kingsland, GA 31548
info@sovransystemsinstitute.com
RELATED LEGAL DOCUMENTS
- 508(c)(1)(A) Declaration: [link]
- Ministry Disclaimer: [link]
Last Updated: December 26, 2024