Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
The Valdosta-Lowndes Metro Section of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy. This policy describes how we collect, use, and share information when you visit our website.
The Valdosta-Lowndes Metro Section of NCNW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, operating as part of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW), which is dedicated to empowering women, families, and communities.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
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Personal Information: When you fill out forms, register for events, make donations, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
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Youth Membership Information: For youth members (ages 12-18), we may collect the name, date of birth, email address, and parent/guardian contact details.
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Non-Personal Information: We automatically collect certain data about your interaction with the website, such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited, to enhance user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
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Respond to inquiries and provide requested services.
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Process event registrations and donations.
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Communicate updates, newsletters, and information about upcoming events.
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Improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
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Comply with legal obligations.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information in the following situations:
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Service Providers: We may engage third-party vendors to assist with website maintenance, payment processing, or email distribution. These vendors are bound by confidentiality agreements.
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National NCNW: As a section of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW.org), we may share certain information with the national office to facilitate membership services, reporting, and organizational initiatives. This sharing is conducted in compliance with applicable privacy standards.
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Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or if necessary to protect the rights and safety of NCNW, its members, or the public.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the site may not function properly without them.
5. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Youth Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy of youth members. Our website and services are designed to comply with applicable child privacy laws. For youth memberships (ages 12-18), we collect information with the consent of a parent or guardian. Youth members are encouraged to involve a parent or guardian in their interactions with us.
8. Your Rights and Choices
You may request to:
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Access or update the personal information we hold about you or your child.
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Opt out of receiving communications at any time by following the unsubscribe link or contacting us directly.
9. Donations and Tax Information
10. Changes to This Policy
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, donations made to the Valdosta-Lowndes Metro Section of NCNW may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. For questions regarding tax-deductible contributions, please contact us directly.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
11. Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Valdosta-Lowndes Metro Section, NCNW
P.O. Box 5491, Valdosta, Georgia 31603
Phone: 229-234-7565
Email: Ncnwofvaldosta@gmail.com
Website: ncnwofvaldosta.org
National NCNW Website: NCNW.org