Terms & Conditions
Last updated: 11 May 2026
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of melanetwork.org and all programs and services offered by Mela for Training and Education Activities (“Mela”, the “Mela Network”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). By using this website, submitting an application, registering for a program, or making a payment, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. About Mela
Mela – the Middle East Leadership Alliance – is a non-profit, non-religious, non-political leadership-development network registered in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan as Mela for Training and Education Activities. Established in 2010, Mela accelerates the personal and professional growth of mid-career business leaders across fourteen Arab countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Syria, Tunisia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen. Mela is one of four sister networks that together form a global leadership network spanning 47 countries and more than 2,000 members.
2. Eligibility & Application
The Mela Network admits high-potential candidates who are established leaders or change-agents within their organizations or communities. Eligibility criteria include:
Citizenship of one of the 14 Arab countries served by Mela.
Age range of 30 to 45 years (mid-career professional).
Completion of the online application, including biography, photograph, and CV.
Acceptance by the Mela Selection Committee, whose decisions are final and discretionary.
Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance. Mela reserves the right to refuse any application without disclosing the reason.
3. Programs, Services & Fees
Mela offers the following programs and services, payable in United States Dollars (USD):
Leadership Masterclass — Mela’s flagship 10-day in-person induction program, held at a rotating venue across the region. Program fee: USD 7,500 (single-room occupancy) or USD 5,500 (double-room occupancy). The fee covers tuition, programming, materials, accommodation, and most meals during the 10-day event. International travel and visa costs are not included.
Annual Membership — Open to Masterclass graduates, billed at USD 260 per year. Membership grants the rights listed on the Member Benefits page, including chapter participation, voting rights, eligibility for leadership roles, Global Network App access, member-only events, and the Chairman’s Awards.
Alumni Status — Free for Masterclass graduates who do not renew membership. Alumni retain limited benefits as set out on the Member Benefits page.
Chapter & Reunion Events — Hosted by national chapters and the Mela Secretariat from time to time, with their own published fees.
Mela may update fees and program details from time to time; the version published on the website at the moment of purchase is the version that applies to your transaction.
4. Payment
Payments may be made by international bank transfer to Mela’s account at Bank Al Etihad (Jordan) as published on the Membership Fees page, or by Visa or MasterCard through our authorized online payment provider. All online card transactions are processed over an encrypted HTTPS connection using TLS 1.2 or higher and SHA-256 cryptographic algorithms. Mela does not store full card numbers, CVV codes, or PIN information on its servers. All prices are quoted and charged in USD; foreign-exchange differences and bank charges are the responsibility of the payer.
5. Acceptable Use & Code of Conduct
Mela is a values-based community grounded in sustainable growth, trust-based relationships, active engagement, and respect. By using this website or participating in any Mela program, you agree to:
Provide truthful and accurate information in all applications and forms.
Comply with Mela’s Code of Conduct during Masterclasses, reunions, chapter activities, and online interactions.
Respect the confidentiality of fellow members and the materials shared in member-only contexts.
Refrain from any unlawful, harassing, or discriminatory behavior, and from any unauthorized use of the website or member database.
Mela may suspend or revoke membership, cancel a Masterclass seat, or remove a user from the Global Network App for breach of these standards, with the consequences for fees described in the Cancellation Policy.
6. Intellectual Property
All trademarks, logos, photographs, presentations, recordings, biographies, and program materials made available through the Mela Network are the property of Mela or its licensors and are protected by applicable copyright and intellectual-property laws. Members and participants may use them for their own personal, non-commercial reference. Reproduction, public distribution, or commercial use requires Mela’s prior written consent.
7. Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability
Mela offers its programs and content on an “as is” basis and makes no warranty regarding career, business, or financial outcomes. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Mela shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from use of this website, attendance at Mela programs, or interaction with the Mela community.
8. Royal Patronage & Country Hosting
Mela events have operated under the auspices of His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan, His Majesty King Mohamed VI of Morocco, and other distinguished patrons across the region. Patronage does not create any legal or commercial relationship between Mela and the relevant authorities.
9. Changes
Mela may amend these Terms from time to time. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the website or participation in Mela programs after publication constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
10. Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Any dispute arising from these Terms or from any service or program offered by Mela shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts of Amman, Jordan.
11. Contact
Mela for Training and Education Activities
Hetten College, Office 201, Amman, Jordan
Email: info@melanetwork.org
Website: www.melanetwork.org
