Migraine World Summit

Media & Content Usage Policy

Last updated: March 25, 2025

Overview

Overview

Last updated: March 25, 2025

The Migraine World Summit (MWS) is dedicated to reducing the global burden of migraine through education and fundraising. We encourage responsible sharing of Summit insights while respecting our intellectual property.


Overview

1. Media & Press Inquiries

Interview Requests
Requests to interview Carl Cincinnato or Paula K. Dumas may be submitted via our website chat. Media credentials may be requested.

Logo Usage
The Migraine World Summit logo is protected and may not be used without express written permission.

Photos & Videos
Approved press materials, including images and video samples, are available upon request.

Press Releases
View our latest press release here.


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2. Content Usage Policy

We encourage non-commercial sharing of Summit insights under the following conditions:

Non-Commercial Use (Permitted with Attribution)

You may quote or summarize content if you:

  • Attribute the Migraine World Summit as the source.

  • Include a visible link to migraineworldsummit.com.

  • Do not alter the content.

Examples:

“In an interview during the 2024 Migraine World Summit, Dr. X said, ‘Y’.”
Photo/Video: “Copyright Migraine World Summit 2024. Used with permission.”

You may request:

  • Use of up to 200 words of a transcript

  • Use of up to 1 minute of video or audio
    → via our Support Page


Commercial Use (Requires a License)

A license is required for any commercial use of Summit content, including:

  • Workplace training or intranet systems

  • Public events or conferences

  • Paid apps or platforms

  • Marketing, advertising, or product websites

Please contact us to request a license.


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3. Prohibited Uses Without Permission

Unless you receive express written permission, you may not:

  • Sell, sublicense, or monetize Migraine World Summit content.

  • Modify or create derivative works.

  • Embed our content (video/audio/transcripts) on your website or blog.

  • Republish full or partial transcripts.

    • Note: All transcripts are copyrighted. You may request use of up to 200 words for non-commercial purposes.

  • Use video/audio content beyond 1-minute excerpts.

  • Republish or excerpt educational resources, including:

    • Trigger Guides

    • Treatment Directory

    • Treatment Guideline Summary

    • Emergency Protocol

    • Nutrition & Dining Guide


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4. Social Media Guidelines

We welcome and encourage respectful, stigma-reducing social media engagement. Together, we can raise awareness and support for the migraine community.

Ways to Participate:
  • Follow us:
    Facebook
    Twitter/X – @MigraineSummit

  • Use hashtag #MWS in Summit-related posts.

  • Share your thoughts on speakers and topics with a link to MigraineWorldSummit.com.

  • Engage with the community in a constructive, supportive manner.

Language Matters:

Help reduce stigma by using inclusive, accurate language:

  • ✅ “People with migraine”

  • ❌ “Migraineurs” or “migraine sufferers”

  • ✅ “Migraine” or “migraine attack”

  • ❌ “Migraine headache” (it’s more than a headache)

Remember: Your posts are public and may remain online indefinitely.


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Contact Us

For any questions about media use, interviews, or content licensing use the website chat in the bottom-right corner to contact us or leave a message.

    Media & Content Usage Policy