Effective Date: 02/18/2025
Last Updated: 02/18/2025

1. Introduction
Ijaw Women of America Inc. (“IWA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ([insert website URL]). By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

This policy complies with relevant U.S. privacy laws, including:

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (for applicable users)

• Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

• Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) (if applicable)

• Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines

2. Information We Collect
We may collect:
a. Personal Information
When you interact with our website, we may collect personal details such as:

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Payment information (for donations, event registrations, or membership fees)

b. Sensitive Personal Information
We do not intentionally collect sensitive data (e.g., race, religion, health data, or biometric information). However, if voluntarily provided, we will handle it with extra care.

c. Non-Personal Information
We also collect data that does not directly identify you, including:

• Browser type and version

• IP address

• Pages visited on our site

• Time and date of visits

• Device type and operating system

d. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:

• Process donations and membership applications

• Respond to inquiries and provide support

• Send newsletters, updates, and event details (if subscribed)

• Improve website functionality and user experience

• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations

4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share data with:

• Service Providers: Vendors handling payment processing, website hosting, email communications, and analytics.

•  Legal Authorities: If required by law, to protect rights, or prevent fraud.

5. Your Privacy Rights
a. California Residents (CCPA Rights)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal data we collect about you.

• Request deletion of your personal data.

• Opt out of data selling (we do not sell personal data).

To exercise your rights, contact us at +1 678-431-6911 or +1 817-729-4096.

b. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (For E.U. Visitors)
If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR, including:

• Right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.

• Right to restrict or object to data processing.

• Right to data portability.

c. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a child’s information has been collected, contact us to remove it.

d. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers allow users to send “Do Not Track” signals. We do not currently respond to such signals, but you can manage cookies via your browser settings.

6. Data Security
We implement security measures, including encryption, firewalls, and secure servers, to protect your personal information. However, no online system is 100% secure.

7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before providing personal information.

8. Retention of Data
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

10. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Ijaw Women of America Inc.

2959 Chapel Hill Rd
Suite D #1309
Douglasville, GA 30135

Phone:
+1 678-431-6911 +1 817-729-4096

E-mail:
info@ijawwomenofamerica.com
media@ijawwomenofamerica.com