--- title: Terms & Conditions --- [![](https://www.oseyad.org/hs-fs/hubfs/FAVICON%20SILVER%20OSEYAD%20LOGO%20(180%20x%20180%20px).png?width=180&height=180&name=FAVICON%20SILVER%20OSEYAD%20LOGO%20(180%20x%20180%20px).png)](http://oseyad.org) # Terms & Conditions Last Updated: September 1, 2026 Welcome to **The Little Library That Could**, a program of *Okumayı Sevdirme ve Yaygınlaştırma Derneği* ("Oseyad"). These Terms & Conditions apply to participation in **The Little Library That Could** program, including reading room visits, program membership, book borrowing, activities, events, online services, and other services offered through the program. By applying for program membership, booking a visit, registering for an activity, borrowing books, or otherwise participating in the program, you agree to follow these **Terms & Conditions,** our [Children's Policy](https://www.oseyad.org/childrenspolicy?hsLang=en-us), and our [Reading Room Rules](https://www.oseyad.org/en-us/reading-room-rules?hsLang=en-us), as may be updated from time to time. ## 1. ABOUT OSEYAD AND THE LITTLE LIBRARY THAT COULD OSEYAD is a nonprofit association (*dernek*) established and regulated under Turkish law. **The Little Library That Could** is a children's community reading program operated by OSEYAD.Through **The Little Library That Could**, OSEYAD provides children and families with opportunities to read, discover books, participate in programs and, for eligible members, borrow books. All programs and services offered through **The Little Library That Could** are free. ## 2. IMPORTANT DISTINCTION ABOUT MEMBERSHIP **The Little Library That Could** has its own program membership for participating families. **Membership in The Little Library That Could program is not legal membership in OSEYAD.** OSEYAD is a regulated Turkish association. Legal membership in OSEYAD is a separate status governed by applicable Turkish law and OSEYAD's bylaws (*tüzük*). Throughout these Terms & Conditions and the website, unless specifically stated otherwise, “member” and “membership” refer to membership in **The Little Library That Could** program, not legal membership in OSEYAD. Membership in **The Little Library That Could** program does NOT: - Make a child, parent, responsible adult, or family a legal member of OSEYAD; - Provide voting rights in OSEYAD; - Provide the right to participate in OSEYAD's General Assembly; - Provide management or governance rights in OSEYAD; or - Provide any other rights associated with legal membership in OSEYAD as an association. - Book regular reading room visits; - Participate in eligible programs and activities. - Book borrowing privileges; - Access to the members-only online book catalog. - Following the [Reading Room Rules](https://www.oseyad.org/en-us/reading-room-rules?hsLang=en-us); - Returning borrowed books responsibly and on time; - Respecting appointment, cancellation, and attendance policies; - Treating children, families, volunteers, and OSEYAD team members respectfully; - Caring appropriately for books, materials, and the reading room; and - Communicating with the OSEYAD team when issues arise. - Treat children, families, volunteers, and OSEYAD team members with kindness and respect; - Use respectful language and respect other people's personal space; - Keep bags and personal belongings in the lockers provided; - Remove shoes before entering the reading room or use the shoe covers provided; - Keep food and drinks away from books and reading areas; - Handle books and materials with care; - Leave books for our team to reshelve; - Help children tidy the space and return toys, activities, and materials to their proper places before leaving; and - Follow reasonable instructions from OSEYAD team members and volunteers relating to the reading room and its activities. ## 3. FIRST VISIT & ORIENTATION Every new family begins with a mandatory Welcome Visit & Orientation. During this first visit, families can become familiar with the reading room and collection, learn how visits and programs work, review the [Reading Room Rules](https://www.oseyad.org/en-us/reading-room-rules?hsLang=en-us), and learn about program membership. Information about applying for program membership is provided only after a family has completed its Welcome Visit & Orientation, however, completing the orientation does not automatically create or guarantee program membership. ## 4. PROGRAM MEMBERSHIP **The Little Library That Could** program membership is free and is available to Istanbul families with readers under 18. A parent or responsible adult applies on behalf of the family after completing the mandatory Welcome Visit & Orientation. Applications are reviewed by the OSEYAD team before membership is activated. **Program membership is subject to approval by OSEYAD and is not guaranteed by completion of the orientation or submission of an application.** ## Community / Activity Membership •    Book regular reading room visits; •    Participate in eligible programs and activities. **Community / Activity Membership does not include book borrowing privileges or access to the online book catalog.** ## Book Club Membership Book Club Membership includes all Community / Activity Membership privileges, plus: •    Book borrowing privileges; •    Access to the members-only online book catalog. All program membership privileges are subject to these Terms & Conditions, the [Reading Room Rules](https://www.oseyad.org/en-us/reading-room-rules?hsLang=en-us), good standing, and applicable program policies. ## 5. MEMBERSHIP YEAR, RENEWAL & GOOD STANDING The membership year for **The Little Library That Could** program runs from October 1 through June 30. Members in good standing may have their program membership renewed for the following membership year without submitting a new application. **All program membership renewals are at the discretion of the OSEYAD team and are not automatic or guaranteed.** Good standing includes, among other things: OSEYAD may decline to renew, temporarily pause, restrict, or otherwise modify program membership or particular membership privileges when appropriate. There is no annual renewal application unless OSEYAD specifically requests updated information or a new application. Any decision regarding **The Little Library That Could** program membership or renewal is made at the discretion of the OSEYAD team, subject to applicable law. **Program membership is separate from and unrelated to legal membership in OSEYAD as a Turkish association.** ## 6. READING ROOM VISITS All visits to **The Little Library That Could** are [by appointment](https://oseyad.simplybook.me/v2/). Families must reserve the appropriate appointment before coming to the reading room. A family appointment is for the family included in the reservation. Guests must make their own appointment where required. Everyone visiting the reading room is expected to follow the [Reading Room Rules](https://www.oseyad.org/en-us/reading-room-rules?hsLang=en-us) described below. ## 7. CHILDREN & ADULT SUPERVISION **The Little Library That Could** is a family reading room. It does not provide childcare. Children under 18 must remain with a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult throughout their visit. **Children may not be dropped off or left unattended.** The accompanying adult is responsible for supervising the children in their care, helping them follow the [Reading Room Rules](https://www.oseyad.org/en-us/reading-room-rules?hsLang=en-us), treating books and shared materials appropriately, respecting others, and leaving together at the end of the visit. We encourage adults to help children learn that being part of a shared reading community comes with responsibility for themselves, other people, books, and the space. ## 8. READING ROOM CONDUCT & CARE **The Little Library That Could** is a shared community space. Everyone is expected to help keep it welcoming, comfortable, and respectful. Children should be encouraged to participate in caring for the books and shared space in age-appropriate ways. ## 9. APPOINTMENTS, CANCELLATIONS & COMMUNICATION Reading room appointments are limited. Please arrive on time and leave at the end of your scheduled appointment so the space is available for the next family. **Arriving late does not extend your appointment.** If you cannot attend, please cancel as early as possible so another family can use the appointment. If you are running late or something changes, please let us know. **Repeated late cancellations, no-shows, or significant lateness may result in temporary restrictions on booking privileges.** These policies help keep our limited appointments available and fair for everyone. **Communication is important.** If circumstances make it difficult to attend an appointment or follow a program policy, please contact us. ## 10. BORROWING & RENEWING BOOKS Book borrowing is available only to Book Club Members in good standing. Each child may borrow up to 4 books for 4 weeks. Books may be eligible for one additional four-week renewal period, provided that the member is in good standing, another reader has not placed a hold on the book, and the renewal is approved by the OSEYAD team. **All book renewals are at the discretion of the OSEYAD team and are not automatic or guaranteed.** Members are responsible for keeping track of borrowed books, caring for them, and returning them by their due dates unless a renewal has been approved. Borrowing and renewal privileges belong to the member family and may not be used to borrow books on behalf of non-member families. OSEYAD may limit or pause borrowing or renewal privileges when books are overdue, program policies are not followed, or a member is not in good standing. ## 11. OVERDUE BOOKS Books need to circulate so everyone in our community has an opportunity to enjoy them. OSEYAD may send reminders when books become due or overdue. If books remain overdue after reminders, borrowing and renewal privileges may be reduced or temporarily paused. Continued or repeated overdue borrowing may result in borrowing privileges being temporarily paused. **Communication is important. If you are having difficulty returning a book, please contact us so we know what is happening.** ## 12. LOST OR DAMAGED BOOKS Books are meant to be read and enjoyed. Normal wear from appropriate reading is expected. Families are expected to take reasonable care of borrowed books. If a book is lost or significantly damaged, please let us know. Please do not attempt to repair a damaged book yourself. Return the damaged book so we can determine whether it can be repaired. Please also do not purchase a replacement copy unless we ask you to do so, as editions and collection needs may differ. OSEYAD will determine the appropriate next step based on the book and the circumstances. ## 13. ONLINE BOOK CATALOG The online catalog for **The Little Library That Could** is a Book Club Member service and is not publicly available. Community / Activity Members do not have access to the online catalog. Access is provided only after a family has been approved for Book Club Membership. The catalog is currently provided through the Libib app. Where login or access credentials are provided, they are intended for the member family and should not be shared with non-members. Access to the online catalog is subject to continued Book Club Membership, good standing, and applicable program rules. ## 14. PROGRAMS & EVENTS **The Little Library That Could** may offer story hours, reading and creative activities, author and illustrator events, workshops, multilingual programs, community events, and other reading-related activities. **All OSEYAD programs are free.** Some programs require advance registration and may have limited capacity or recommended age ranges. Children must remain with a parent or responsible adult during programs unless OSEYAD specifically states otherwise. OSEYAD may modify, reschedule, or cancel programs when necessary. ## 15. SCHOOL & GROUP VISITS OSEYAD welcomes schools and children's groups for specially arranged visits to **The Little Library That Could**. School and group visits must be arranged in advance. Submitting a request does not confirm a reservation. A group visit is confirmed only after OSEYAD communicates confirmation to the requesting organization or responsible adult. Teachers, group leaders, and accompanying adults remain responsible for supervising the children in their group throughout the visit. Additional rules or capacity limits may apply. ## 16. SAFETY & SERIOUS CONDUCT The everyday expectations for behavior in the reading room are set out in the [Reading Room Rules](https://oseyad.simplybook.me/v2/) and Section 8 above. Behavior that is unsafe, seriously disruptive, threatening, discriminatory, abusive, or damaging to people, books, materials, or property is not permitted. OSEYAD may ask a visitor to stop inappropriate conduct or, where necessary, ask a visitor or family to leave the reading room. Serious or repeated violations may result in temporary restriction or suspension of participation in **The Little Library That Could** program. Any decision will be considered in light of the circumstances and the need to protect children, families, volunteers, team members, and the reading community. ## 17. PHOTOGRAPHY & RECORDING OSEYAD may occasionally photograph or record programs, events, or activities. Participation in **The Little Library That Could**, program membership, or attendance at an event does not by itself constitute consent for identifiable photographs or recordings of a child or adult to be published or used by OSEYAD. Where consent is required, it will be requested separately and handled in accordance with applicable Turkish law and OSEYAD's Privacy & KVKK practices. ## 18. PERSONAL BELONGINGS Visitors are responsible for their personal belongings. Bags, shoes, and other belongings should be stored in the lockers provided while using the reading room. Please remember to collect all belongings before leaving. OSEYAD cannot accept responsibility for belongings that are lost, misplaced, damaged, or left behind, except to the extent responsibility cannot legally be excluded under applicable law. ## 19. BOOK DONATIONS OSEYAD welcomes offers of suitable books for the collection. Please contact us before bringing books to the reading room. Book donation offers may be reviewed based on collection needs, condition, age and reading level, language, content, and available space. Submitting a donation offer does not mean OSEYAD is able to accept the books. Please wait for confirmation before bringing donations to the reading room. Once a donation has been accepted and ownership transferred to OSEYAD, OSEYAD may determine how the donated materials can best support its purposes and collection needs, subject to any expressly agreed restrictions. ## 20. VOLUNTEERS Volunteers are an important part of OSEYAD's work. Submitting a volunteer application does not guarantee a volunteer position. Volunteer opportunities depend on OSEYAD's current needs, availability, suitability, and the nature of the work involved. Volunteers are expected to follow OSEYAD policies and maintain appropriate, reliable, and respectful conduct when interacting with children, families, other volunteers, and the community. OSEYAD may determine whether a volunteer placement should begin, continue, change, or end. ## 21. PRIVACY & PERSONAL DATA OSEYAD processes personal data in accordance with applicable Turkish law, including Law No. 6698 on the Protection of Personal Data (KVKK). Personal data may be processed as necessary to administer visits, program membership, borrowing, activities, communications, volunteer applications, donations, and other OSEYAD services. Please see our [Privacy & KVKK Notice](https://www.oseyad.org/en-us/privacy-notice?hsLang=en-us) and [Cookie Policy](https://www.oseyad.org/en-us/cookie-policy?hsLang=en-us) for further information about how personal data is processed and your rights. Where explicit consent is required for a particular processing activity, it will be requested separately. Agreement to these Terms & Conditions does not replace any explicit consent required under applicable data-protection law. ## 22. WEBSITE & THIRD-PARTY SERVICES OSEYAD may use third-party services to support functions such as appointment scheduling, website services, communications, and the online book catalog. Use of those services may also be subject to the relevant provider's terms and privacy practices. OSEYAD tries to keep information on its website accurate and current, but schedules, programs, availability, policies, and services may change. Current booking information and direct communications from OSEYAD should be followed where they differ from older website information. ## 23. CHANGES TO PROGRAMS & SERVICES OSEYAD may change reading room hours, appointment availability, borrowing rules, program schedules, membership benefits, or other operational arrangements when reasonably necessary. Because **The Little Library That Could** is a nonprofit community program operating with limited space and resources, particular programs or services may occasionally be changed, paused, or discontinued without express notice. Program membership, membership renewal, membership type, borrowing and book renewal privileges, and access to particular program benefits remain subject to eligibility, good standing, applicable program rules, and the discretion of the OSEYAD team. Material changes affecting existing program members will be communicated where appropriate. ## 24. CHANGES TO THESE TERMS OSEYAD may update these Terms & Conditions when its programs, services, policies, or legal obligations change. The current version will be published on the website with the date of the most recent update. Where a material change significantly affects existing program members, OSEYAD may also communicate the change directly. ## 25. GOVERNING LAW These Terms & Conditions and participation in **The Little Library That Could** program are governed by the laws of the Republic of Türkiye. Nothing in these Terms & Conditions is intended to limit any right or protection that cannot lawfully be excluded under applicable Turkish law. ## 26. QUESTIONS & COMMUNICATION A strong reading community depends on communication, consideration, respect, and shared responsibility. If you have a question, cannot attend an appointment, are having difficulty returning a book, have a concern about your program membership, or need help with **The Little Library That Could**, please contact us. OSEYAD-*Okumayı Sevdirme ve Yaygınlaştırma Derneği* **The Little Library That Could** Cevizli Mah. Bağdat Cad. 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