Privacy Policy for Advocacy Q+

Effective Date: November 18, 2024

Introduction:

Advocacy Q+ (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy

explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you engage with us through our website, events, programs, or community activities.

Information We Collect:

  • Personal Information:

    • Provided directly by you when you fill out forms, participate in surveys, attend

      community events, or register for programs.

    • Examples include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address,

      and demographic data.

  • Non-Personal Information:

    • Automatically collected data such as browser type, IP address, and activity on

      our website through cookies and similar technologies.

  • Community Engagement Data:

    • Information shared during ethnographic research, focus groups, or community

      outreach programs. Data collected may include qualitative responses and

      demographic details to understand community needs.

How We Use Your Information:

  • To conduct research that supports our mission of fostering equitable communities.

  • To design and improve programs and services based on community feedback.

  • To provide updates about Advocacy Q+ programs, events, and initiatives.

  • To fulfill obligations under law and ensure compliance with nonprofit regulations.

Sharing Your Information:

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. Information may be shared:

  • With research partners or consultants assisting in data analysis for program development (shared data will be anonymized when possible).

  • As required by law or for the protection of Advocacy Q+’s rights.

Community Research Ethics:

We adhere to strict ethical standards when conducting ethnographic research. All participation is voluntary, and data collection is conducted with consent. Participants may opt out of research activities at any time.

Your Rights:

  • Opting Out: You may unsubscribe from communications or request the removal of your information by contacting us.

  • Data Access: You can request details on how your data has been used by emailing Rebecca.Bishop@Advocacyqplus.org.

Data Security:

We implement safeguards to protect your personal and community engagement data. However, no online transmission is completely secure, and we encourage caution when sharing sensitive information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy:

We may update this policy to reflect changes in operations or legal requirements. Revisions will

be noted with an updated “Effective Date”

Contact Us:

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact:

Rebecca Hailey Bishop

Phone: (864) 321-4795

Email: Rebecca.Bishop@Advocacyqplus.org

Address: 1010 Grace St. Apt 5B, Greenwood, SC, 29649