Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 23rd, 2023

Americana World Community Center (“Americana,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit or interact with our website, programs, events, and digital services.

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Information We Collect

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We may collect the following types of information:

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• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, or other information you voluntarily provide (e.g., through forms, event registrations, donations, newsletters, or inquiries).

• Program & Service Information: Information shared when registering for or participating in programs, classes, or services.

• Technical & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics data collected through cookies or similar technologies.

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How We Use Your Information

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We use collected information to:

   •    Provide programs, services, and resources
   •    Process registrations, donations, and event participation
   •    Communicate updates, newsletters, or organizational information
   •    Improve our website, services, and outreach
   •    Comply with legal or regulatory requirements

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Sharing Of Information

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Americana does not sell or rent personal data. We may share information only:

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• With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms) who assist in operating our website or programs

• When required by law or legal process

• To protect the rights, safety, or property of Americana, participants, or the public

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Data Security

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We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information. However, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

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Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

Your Rights & Choices

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You may:

• Request access to or correction of your personal data

• Opt out of email communications at any time

• Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or operational requirements

Requests may be submitted to: ra.spencer@americanacc.org 

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Children’s Privacy

Americana’s website is not directed toward children under 13. Any information collected related to youth programming is provided by parents, guardians, or authorized institutions and handled with heightened care.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.