Privacy Policy

Introduction

Henry George School of Social Science of San Francisco ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our programs and services. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site.

Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register for our programs, express interest in obtaining information about us or our products and services, participate in activities on the website, or otherwise contact us. The information we collect includes:

• Personal identification information (name, email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Program registration details and participation information
• Communication preferences and correspondence with us
• Donation and payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Any other information you choose to provide through forms, surveys, or direct communication

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect or receive to:

• Facilitate program registration and participation
• Process donations and maintain donation records
• Send administrative information, program updates, and organizational communications
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our website, programs, and services
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights
• Communicate about volunteer opportunities, events, and ways to support our mission

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to access or store information. Cookies are small data files placed on your device that help us improve our services and your experience. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our website.

Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized or unlawful processing, accidental loss, destruction, or damage. These measures include secure servers, encryption of sensitive data during transmission, restricted access to personal information, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our programs, or servicing you
• Professional advisors such as lawyers, auditors, and insurers
• Government authorities when required by law or to protect our rights
• Successor entities in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

All third parties with whom we share information are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of your personal information and use it only for the purposes specified by us.

Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

• The right to access and receive a copy of your personal information
• The right to rectify inaccurate or incomplete personal information
• The right to request deletion of your personal information
• The right to restrict or object to processing of your personal information
• The right to data portability
• The right to withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.

Children's Privacy

Our programs serve youth, and we take special care to protect the privacy of minors. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove that information from our systems.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: