Privacy Policy for Mobilizing African American Mothers through Empowerment (MAAME, Inc.)

Effective Date: 2-3-25

At MAAME, Inc., accessible from www.maameinc.org, we prioritize the privacy of our visitors and users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website.

If you have any questions or require further information about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@maameinc.org.

1. Consent

By accessing and using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: When you contact us, sign up for an account, register for events, subscribe to our services, or communicate via SMS, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other relevant details.
• Communication Data: If you email us, submit forms, or contact us directly, we may collect details of your communication, including any attachments.
• Log Data: Our website automatically collects information such as IP addresses, browser type, internet service provider (ISP), referring/exit pages, date and time stamps, and the number of clicks. This data is used for analytics and site improvement.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and web beacons to store preferences and track site usage. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve our website and services.
• To understand user behavior and enhance user experience.
• To provide customer service and respond to inquiries.
• To send updates, newsletters, and necessary SMS notifications.
• To prevent fraudulent activities and enhance security.
• To process donations and payments securely through third-party payment providers.

4. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share limited information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in website hosting, email and SMS delivery, analytics, and payment processing. These third parties are obligated to keep your information confidential.

We do not share your mobile information with third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Advertising and Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies separately.

6. Data Protection Rights (CCPA & GDPR Compliance)

Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable data protection laws, including:

• Right to Access: You can request copies of your personal data.
• Right to Correction: You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Deletion: You can request the deletion of your data under certain conditions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request limitations on how we process your data.
• Right to Object: You can object to data processing for marketing or other reasons.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request that we transfer your data to another organization or to you.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@maameinc.org. We will respond within 30 days as required by law.

7. Children’s Privacy

We are committed to protecting children’s privacy. Our website is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately at info@maameinc.org, and we will take appropriate action.

8. Data Retention Policy

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy. Once data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it unless required by law to retain it for a longer period.

9. Legal Basis for Processing Data (For GDPR Compliance)

We collect and process personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• User consent.
• Contractual necessity.
• Compliance with legal obligations.
• Legitimate business interests, such as security and fraud prevention.

10. Data Transfers and Protection

We do not transfer your personal data to external organizations without your consent, except as required by law or as necessary to provide our services. In cases where data transfer is necessary, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your data remains protected.

11. Data Security and Unauthorized Sharing Prevention

We take data security seriously and have implemented strict security protocols to protect user data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

• We have strict access controls and protocols in place to prevent unauthorized sharing of user data.
• Our security measures include encryption, secure access controls, and periodic security audits.
• Only authorized personnel with a legitimate need have access to personal data, and they are required to follow strict confidentiality agreements.

12. Data Breach Policy

In the event of a data breach, we will promptly assess the risk to your personal data and, where required, notify affected individuals and regulatory authorities in accordance with applicable laws.

13. User Control Over Communication Preferences

You may opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or SMS messages or by contacting us at info@maameinc.org. Transactional and service-related communications will still be sent where necessary.

14. Third-Party Payment Processors

If you make a payment or donation on our website, your payment details are processed by third-party payment processors. We do not store your credit card or banking information. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for further details.

15. Location of Data Storage and Processing

Your personal data may be stored and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your data to these locations.

16. Accessibility and Inclusivity Commitment

We are committed to ensuring that our Privacy Policy and website are accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. If you need assistance or require this policy in an alternative format, please contact us at info@maameinc.org.

17. Security Measures

We implement security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

18. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

19. Contact Information

For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at:

MAAME, Inc.
Email: info@maameinc.org
Website: www.maameinc.org