Privacy Policy
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Effective Date: October 3, 2024
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Introduction
Science Club for Girls (SCFG) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our participants, mentors, donors, volunteers, and visitors. This privacy policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to safeguard your data.
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By engaging with SCFG through our website, programs, or services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
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1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
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Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number.
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Demographic Information: Age, gender, race/ethnicity, education level.
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Program Participation: Information about your involvement in our programs, events, and mentorships.
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Financial Information: Donation details, payment information, and transaction history.
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Website Usage Information: IP address, browser type, device type, pages visited, and other analytics.
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Communications: Any emails or communications sent to SCFG.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
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Provide and improve our programs and services.
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Process donations and issue tax receipts.
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Communicate with you about events, programs, opportunities, and updates.
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Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
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Monitor and improve our website performance and user experience.
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Comply with legal obligations.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
SCFG does not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data with trusted third parties under the following circumstances:
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Service Providers: To vendors and service providers who help us operate our website, manage events, and process donations (e.g., payment processors, email platforms).
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Legal Requirements: If required by law or in response to a valid legal request, such as a court order or government inquiry.
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Partners and Affiliates: With trusted partners involved in program delivery or in collaboration with SCFG for special projects, events, or initiatives.
We ensure that all third-party service providers and partners adhere to appropriate privacy and data security standards.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate physical, technical, and administrative measures to safeguard the personal information we collect. Despite these efforts, no security measure is entirely foolproof, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
5. Retention of Information
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. If you request the deletion of your data, we will do so promptly unless there is a legal obligation to retain it.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Access and review the personal information we have collected about you.
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Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
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Opt out of receiving marketing or fundraising communications.
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Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and operational requirements.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
7. Children’s Privacy
We are dedicated to protecting the privacy of children. SCFG does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information without parental consent, please contact us, and we will take appropriate steps to delete the information.
8. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. SCFG is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page, along with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Science Club for Girls
210 Broadway, Suite 201
Cambridge, MA 02139
617.391.0361
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