PRIVACY POLICY

 
 
 

Introduction & Organizational Info:

We, at Eastside LEADS, are dedicated to serving our members to the best of our abilities. Part of our commitment involves the responsible management of personal information collected through our website eastsideleads.org, and any related interactions. Our primary goals in processing this information include:

  • Providing timely support and responding to inquiries or service requests.

  • Providing communications to users who have requested them through our sign-up form.

It is our policy to process personal information with the utmost respect for privacy and security. We adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure that the data we handle is protected against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. Our practices are designed to safeguard the confidentiality and integrity of your personal information, while enabling us to deliver the services you trust us with.

Your privacy is our priority. We are committed to processing your personal information transparently and with your safety in mind. This commitment extends to our collaboration with third-party services that may process personal information on our behalf, such as in the case of sending invoices. Rest assured, all activities are conducted in strict compliance with applicable privacy laws.

Scope and Application:

Our privacy policy is designed to protect the personal information of all our stakeholders, including website visitors, registered users, and customers. Whether you are just browsing our website eastsideleads.org, we ensure that your personal data is processed with the highest standards of privacy and security. This policy outlines our practices and your rights related to personal information.

Data Collection and Processing:

The following list details the types of personal information we may process:

  • First and Last Name

  • Email address and/or Phone number

Please note, that we only process information that is essential for delivering our services, complying with legal obligations, or enhancing your user experience. Your privacy is paramount, and we are dedicated to handling your personal information responsibly and in accordance with all applicable laws.

At Eastside LEADS, we believe in using personal information responsibly and ethically. The data we collect serves multiple purposes, all aimed at enhancing the services we offer and ensuring the highest level of satisfaction among our users, customers, and employees. Here are the key ways in which we use the personal information collected:

  • Communication Efforts

Your privacy is our priority. We process your personal information transparently and in accordance with your preferences and applicable privacy laws. We are committed to ensuring that your data is used solely for the purposes for which it was collected and in ways that you have authorized.

Data Storage and Protection:

  • Personal information is stored in secure servers located in the following locations: US. For services that require international data transfer, we ensure that such transfers comply with all applicable laws and maintain data protection standards equivalent to those in our primary location.

Transparency and Control:

We believe in transparency and providing you with control over your personal information. You will always be informed about any significant changes to our sharing practices, and where applicable, you will have the option to consent to such changes.

Your trust is important to us, and we strive to ensure that your personal information is disclosed only in accordance with this policy and when there is a justified reason to do so. For any queries or concerns about how we share and disclose personal information, please reach out to us at tania@eastsideleads.org.

User Rights and Choices:

At Eastside LEADS, we recognize and respect your rights regarding your personal information, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. We are committed to ensuring you can exercise your rights effectively. Below is an overview of your rights and how you can exercise them:

Your Rights:

  • Right of Access (Article 15 GDPR): You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you and to obtain information about how we process it.

  • Right to Rectification (Article 16 GDPR): If you believe that any personal information we hold about you is incorrect or incomplete, you have the right to request its correction or completion.

  • Right to Erasure (‘Right to be Forgotten’) (Article 17 GDPR): You have the right to request the deletion of your personal information when it is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, among other circumstances.

  • Right to Restriction of Processing (Article 18 GDPR): You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information under certain conditions.

  • Right to Data Portability (Article 20 GDPR): You have the right to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and to transmit those data to another controller.

  • Right to Object (Article 21 GDPR): You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information, under certain conditions, including processing for direct marketing.

  • Right to Withdraw Consent (Article 7(3) GDPR): Where the processing of your personal information is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.

  • Right to Lodge a Complaint (Article 77 GDPR): You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe our processing of your personal information violates applicable data protection laws.

Direct Marketing and Communications:

At Eastside LEADS, we may use your personal information to send you direct marketing communications regarding updates from our campaigns, coalition partner event announcements, and other relevant information that we believe may be of interest to you. We are committed to ensuring that our direct marketing practices are transparent, lawful, and in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.

Obtaining Consent for Direct Marketing:

  • Unsubscribe Option: Every direct marketing communication we send will include clear instructions on how to unsubscribe or opt-out from receiving future marketing communications. You can exercise your right to opt-out at any time, and we will promptly honor your request to stop sending you marketing messages.

    Types of Direct Marketing Communications:

We may use your submitted information to send you direct marketing communications via various channels, including: email

Managing Your Preferences:

You have control over the direct marketing communications you receive from us. You can manage your communication preferences by using the unsubscribe link provided in our marketing emails or text messages.

Policy Updates and Changes:

At Eastside LEADS, we are committed to keeping you informed about how we handle your personal information and any changes to our privacy practices. We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, industry standards, or our business operations. We want to assure you that any updates will be communicated transparently and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Notification of Changes:

  • Notification Process: In the event of significant changes to our privacy policy that may affect your rights or the way we handle your personal information, we will provide notice through prominent means, such as email, website notifications, or other appropriate channels. We will also indicate the effective date of the updated policy at the top of the document.

  • Reviewing Changes: We encourage you to review our privacy policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Your continued use of our services after any changes to the policy signifies your acceptance of the updated terms.

Opt-In Consent for Material Changes:

For material changes to our privacy policy that require your consent under applicable data protection laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we will seek your explicit opt-in consent before implementing the changes. You will have the opportunity to review the updated policy and provide your consent before any changes take effect.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy policy or any updates to it, please don’t hesitate to contact us at tania@eastsideleads.org. We are here to address any inquiries you may have and to ensure that you have the information you need to feel confident about how your personal information is handled.

To access more information on what data is and is not collected please click HERE.