At Diversity Council, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, www.diversitycouncil.org (“Website”), interact with our services, or engage with us in any other way.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data and how we treat it. By using our Website or interacting with us, you consent to the collection and use of your data as described below.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Providing and improving our services: To deliver the programs, content, and information you have requested or signed up for and to enhance the overall user experience.
- Communication: To send newsletters, event invitations, updates, and other communications relevant to your interests. If you do not wish to receive marketing emails, you can opt-out at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions.
- Processing donations and registrations: To manage your donations, event registrations, or other transactions.
- Analytics: To monitor Website usage and performance, identify trends, and improve content and services.
- Legal and compliance: To comply with legal obligations and resolve any disputes.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following situations:
- Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our Website or delivering our services (such as payment processors or email marketing platforms). These partners are obligated to handle your information securely and only for the purposes we specify.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to respond to lawful requests by public authorities (such as a court or government agency).
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred to the new owner or entity. We will notify you if this occurs.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Website. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device and help us recognize you as a user, understand your preferences, and analyze Website traffic.
You can control cookie settings through your browser. Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies, but doing so may limit some features of our Website.Data Security
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include using encryption, firewalls, and secure server technology. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email we send you.
Third-Party Websites
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. Please be aware that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of other sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Children’s Privacy
Our Website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that data as soon as possible.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post the updated Privacy Policy on this page and update the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.