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Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Last Updated: January 2025
Data Collection
Information We Collect
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Personal Information
- Name and contact information
- Email address and phone number
- Event registration details
- Educational program enrollment
- Volunteer application information
- Community membership data
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Automatically Collected Data
- Website usage and analytics
- IP address and browser information
- Cookies and tracking data
- Device and operating system details
- Social media interactions
- Survey and feedback responses
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How We Use Your Information
- Event coordination and communication
- Educational program management
- Newsletter and updates delivery
- Community engagement activities
- Website improvement and analytics
- Legal compliance and safety
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Information Sharing
- We never sell personal information
- Limited sharing with trusted partners
- Event co-organizers when necessary
- Legal authorities if required by law
- Service providers under strict agreements
- Anonymous data for research purposes
Protection & Rights
Your Rights & Data Protection
Your Privacy Rights
- Access your personal data
- Request data correction or update
- Delete your information
- Opt-out of communications
- Data portability requests
- File privacy complaints
Security Measures
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Secure server storage
- Regular security audits
- Limited staff access
- Multi-factor authentication
- Incident response procedures
Cookies & Tracking
- Essential cookies for website function
- Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)
- Social media integration cookies
- Preference and settings cookies
- Marketing cookies (with consent)
- Cookie management options
Third-Party Services
- Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
- Email service providers
- Social media platforms
- Video conferencing tools
- Survey and form platforms
- Cloud storage services
Contact & Retention
Data Retention & Contact Information
Data Retention Periods
- Event data: 3 years after event
- Educational records: 5 years
- Membership data: Active + 2 years
- Financial records: 7 years
- Website analytics: 26 months
- Email communications: Until unsubscribed
Special Circumstances
- Legal obligations may extend retention
- Active investigations require preservation
- Historical records for cultural purposes
- Dispute resolution requirements
- Anonymized data for research
- Backup data deletion procedures
Contact Our Privacy Team
Email: info@accstl.org
Phone: 314-717-1244
Mail: Arab Cultural Center
Adress
St. Louis, Missouri
Response Time: Within 30 days
Policy Updates
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Notification Methods:
- Email notifications for significant changes
- Website announcements
- Newsletter updates
- Social media posts
Effective Date: Changes take effect 30 days after notification
Legal Compliance: This privacy policy complies with applicable privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection and privacy.