Terms and conditions

1. Introduction

These Terms and Conditions (referred to as the "Terms") form an agreement between you, the participant ("Participant", "you"), and the organizer by Kazakhstan Competitive Programming Federation (referred to as "Organizer"), for participation in the Algorithm and Code Training School (ACTS) Camp in Astana, Kazakhstan ("Event"). The event is designed for high school students aiming to excel in competitive programming and is organized into two cohorts:

• Early Talent cohort: For high school students who are at least 14 years old and under 18 years of age, and who are not in their final year of high school as of the event start date.
• IOI national teams cohort: For high school students who are at least 14 years old and under 19 years of age, and who have been selected to represent their respective countries at the International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI) 2026.

By registering for the Event, you agree to these Terms.

2. Eligibility

3. Registration and Participation

Registration Details: During the registration process, you will be asked to provide the following information:

• First name
• Last name
• Email address
• Codeforces handle
• Graduation year
• Country
• Age
• How did you hear about us?
• Are you considering studying at Constructor University Bremen with a full scholarship from the JetBrains Foundation?
• Are you considering studying at Neapolis University Pafos with a full scholarship from the JetBrains Foundation?

You also have the option to subscribe to newsletters from the Organizer, JetBrains s.r.o., Neapolis University Pafos, and Constructor University Bremen gGmbH.

4. Selection Process

For the IOI National Teams cohort, invitations will be sent directly to selected participants.

For the Early Talent cohort, the selection process consists of two stages:

• Entrance Contest (30%): Applicants will be required to participate in an entrance contest to assess their programming skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Personal Profile Evaluation (70%): Based on results of the Republican Olympiad in Informatics in 2026.

Upon successful selection for the Event, participants will be notified via email. The Organizer, i.e., the academic committee, reserves the right to select participants based on their overall profile scoring (including, but not limited to, performance in the entrance contest and personal profiles), and its decision will be final.

5. Cheating and Misconduct Policy

Participants are expected to compete with integrity and respect towards fellow competitors, Organizers, and experts. Participants are expected to adhere to a code of conduct that promotes respect, collaboration, and a positive learning environment.

• Participants are expected to attend all classes and activities scheduled during the Event period.
• Any behavior deemed disruptive, disrespectful, or inappropriate by the Organizer may result in immediate dismissal from the Event without refund.

Any form of cheating, plagiarism, using artificial intelligence (AI) tools, or dishonest conduct -- whether during the entrance contest, in-camp activities, or on associated platforms (including but not limited to Codeforces) -- is strictly prohibited. Organizers reserve the right to investigate suspected violations and take appropriate action, including but not limited to:

• Disqualification from contests or activities
• Immediate revocation of the camp invitation
• Permanent ban from future Algorithm and Code Training School Events

6. Personal Data

Collection and Use: The personal data collected during registration will be used solely for the purposes of organizing the Event, communicating important information, and, if consent is given, sending newsletters and updates related to the Organizer, JetBrains s.r.o., Bremen Constructor University, Neapolis University Pafos.

Consent Management: By submitting the registration form, participants acknowledge that their personal data will be processed in accordance with the purposes explained above. Participants can manage their consent preferences by contacting the Organizer directly or, where available, using an unsubscribe link in each email. Upon request, participants will be unsubscribed from future communications. More details can be found in JetBrains' Privacy Policy and the Organizer's Privacy Policy.

Privacy Policy: The processing of personal data will adhere to the Organizer's privacy policies, ensuring the protection of participants' information.

7. Export Control

Any Participant must comply with all applicable laws and regulations with regard to economic sanctions, export controls, import regulations, restrictive measures, and trade embargoes (all herein referred to as "Sanctions"), including those of the European Union and the United States. Participants declare and warrant that they are not a person targeted by Sanctions, nor they are otherwise owned or controlled by or acting on behalf of any entity or person targeted by Sanctions. Participants agree that they will not download or otherwise export or re-export any related technical data directly or indirectly to any person targeted by Sanctions or download or otherwise use any data for any end use prohibited or restricted by Sanctions.

The Organizers shall not provide, directly or indirectly, any products, services, or funds to any person or entity that is subject to any sanctions or trade restrictions.

The Organizers will immediately reject or exclude any participants ordinarily incident (such as located or residing) in the territories subject to export control or sanctions restrictions. The territories subject to export control or sanctions restrictions include:

• North Korea
• Iran
• Cuba
• Syria
• Russian Federation
• Belarus
• Crimea region of Ukraine
• Territories of the so-called entities of Donetsk and Luhansk People's Republic
• Other annexed territories of Ukraine, such as Kherson and Zaporozhye regions

Participants are required to cooperate with the Organizers in their efforts to ensure compliance with Export Control laws.

8. Liability

The Organizer will take necessary precautions for safety. However, the Organizer is not liable for loss, injury, or property damage, except in cases of proven intent or gross negligence by the Organizer.

9. Photography and Media Consent

By participating in the Event, participants grant the Organizer the right to take photographs and videos for promotional and documentation purposes. If you don't want to be photographed, please send an email to the organizer.

10. Changes and Cancellations

The Organizer reserves the right to modify the Event's format, schedule, or rules, or cancel the Event, at any time without prior notice. Participants will be informed of any significant changes through their provided contact email.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Kazakhstan

12. Acceptance of Terms

By registering for the Event, participants acknowledge they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms.

13. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns regarding the Event or these Terms, participants can contact the Organizer at admin@cpfed.kz