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Americans 4 Equality Privacy Policy

Introduction

Americans 4 Equality ("A4E", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our programs, services, website, and communications.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, and other identifying information.
Program Participation Data: Class attendance, course progress, feedback, and certifications.
Communications: Emails, SMS responses, or other interactions with our team.
Technical Information: IP address, device type, browser type, and usage data when visiting americans4equality.org.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide educational and workforce development services.
Communicate about programs, schedules, and opportunities.
Improve our website, services, and student experience.
Comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

Trusted Partners: For program delivery, certification, or technical support (under strict confidentiality agreements).
Service Providers: For communications (e.g., SMS or email), web hosting, or data analytics.
Legal Obligations: If required by law, to comply with legal processes or protect our rights.

4. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no system can be 100% secure, so we encourage you to take personal precautions when sharing sensitive information.

5. Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
Opt-out of SMS or email communications at any time by replying STOP or contacting us.
Request information about how your data is used.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at programs@mlkgandhi.org or call 1 (800) 916-0368.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our programs are designed for individuals aged 16 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13 without parental consent.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with the updated effective date. Continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.