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SistahCare Alliance Newsletter Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 9, 2024

At SistahCare Alliance, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you subscribe to our Newsletter. By subscribing to the SistahCare Alliance newsletter, you consent to the practices outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

When you subscribe to our Newsletter, we may collect the following information:

- Email Address: Used to send you the SistahCare Alliance newsletter and relevant updates.

- Name (Optional): Used to personalize communication.

- Other Voluntary Information: Any additional information you provide through surveys or feedback forms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide for the following purposes:

- To Send the Newsletter: Your email address is used to deliver our Newsletter and any related communications.

- To Improve Our Content: We may use your feedback to enhance the quality of the Newsletter, including tailoring content to your interests.

- Event and Resource Updates: We may inform you about upcoming events, workshops, or resources that align with our advocacy mission for Black women's healthcare.

3. Sharing Your Information

We respect your privacy, and we do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except:

- With Service Providers: We may share your email with trusted service providers (such as our email platform) to deliver the Newsletter and maintain our service.

- As Required by Law: We may disclose your information when legally obligated.

4. Security of Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously. We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet-based service is entirely secure, so while we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Managing Your Information

You have control over your subscription and personal information:

- Updating Your Information: You can update your email address or preferences by clicking the "Manage Preferences" link at the bottom of any newsletter email.

- Unsubscribing: If you no longer wish to receive our Newsletter, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in any email we send. Your email will be promptly removed from our mailing list.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Newsletter may contain links to external websites or services that SistahCare Alliance does not control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

7. Cookies

Our email platform may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to gather data on how you interact with our emails (e.g., whether you open or click links). This data helps us improve our content, but these cookies do not collect personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Newsletter is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have unintentionally collected information from a child, please get in touch with us immediately, and we will take appropriate steps to remove that information.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will notify subscribers by email or by updating the effective date at the top of this page. Please review this policy periodically 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 how your data is handled, please feel free to contact us at:

SistahCare Alliance

Email: SistahCareAlliance@gmail.com

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