Privacy Policy for TOECM Initiative

Effective Date: October 9, 2024.

TOECM Initiative (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or engage with our programs, services, and events. By accessing our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Who We Are

The TOECM Initiative website is owned by TOECM Initiative, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We are the data controller of your personal data and are committed to its confidentiality and security.

2. Personal Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

We may collect personal data you voluntarily provide when you:

• Register for events, workshops, or services.

• Subscribe to newsletters or mailing lists.

• Make a donation or purchase through the site.

• Contact us directly via forms or email..

This data may include

• Name, email address, and phone number.

• Mailing address and organization.

• Payment information (processed securely via third-party platforms).

b. Device Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect information about your device and browsing activity, including:

• Web browser, IP address, and time zone.

• Pages visited, search terms, and referring websites.

• Cookies installed on your device.

We refer to this data as “Device Information.”

3. Why We Collect Your Data

We collect and process your data for the following purposes:

• To fulfill agreements or provide requested services.

• To process donations and issue receipts.

• To manage event registrations and share updates.

• To improve website functionality and understand usage patterns.

• To identify potential abuse and ensure website security.

We prioritize collecting only the minimal amount of data necessary to fulfill these purposes.

4. Your Rights

If you are a European resident, you have the following rights under GDPR:

• The right to be informed about how your data is used.

• The right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data.

• The right to restrict processing or object to its use.

• The right to data portability.

• Rights related to automated decision-making and profiling.

If you wish to exercise these rights, contact us at initiative@toecm.com. Please note that your data may be transferred outside Europe, including to the United States and Canada, to fulfill legitimate business purposes or contractual obligations.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website usage, and improve services. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the website may not function properly.

6. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. TOECM Initiative is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing personal information.

7. How We Protect Your Information

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to secure your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. These measures include:

• Secure servers and encryption for sensitive data.

• Limited access to personal information.

However, no data transmission over the internet or wireless networks can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

8. Legal Disclosures

We may disclose your information if:

• Required by law (e.g., compliance with subpoenas or legal processes).

• Necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of TOECM Initiative or others.

• Investigating fraud or responding to government requests.

9. Information Security

We maintain a controlled, secure environment to protect your data. However, while we strive to safeguard your information, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.

10. Your Choices

You are not required to provide personal data to access the website, but certain features may be unavailable without it (e.g., newsletter subscriptions or event registration). If you are unsure about what data is mandatory, please contact us at initiative@toecm.com.

11. Changes to This Policy

TOECM Initiative reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the updated policy will include the “Effective Date” at the top.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:

Email: initiative@toecm.com
Phone Number: 206-705-3746

By using our website or engaging with TOECM Initiative programs, you agree to this Privacy Policy.