Who we are
Our website address is: https://projectamistad.org.
What personal data we collect and why we collect it
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. The Gravatar service privacy policy is available here: https://automattic.com/privacy/. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Contact forms
Cookies
If you leave a comment on our site you may opt-in to saving your name, email address and website in cookies. These are for your convenience so that you do not have to fill in your details again when you leave another comment. These cookies will last for one year.
If you visit our login page, we will set a temporary cookie to determine if your browser accepts cookies. This cookie contains no personal data and is discarded when you close your browser.
When you log in, we will also set up several cookies to save your login information and your screen display choices. Login cookies last for two days, and screen options cookies last for a year. If you select “Remember Me”, your login will persist for two weeks. If you log out of your account, the login cookies will be removed.
If you edit or publish an article, an additional cookie will be saved in your browser. This cookie includes no personal data and simply indicates the post ID of the article you just edited. It expires after 1 day.
Embedded content from other websites
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.
These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.
Analytics
Who we share your data with
How long we retain your data
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. This is so we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically instead of holding them in a moderation queue.
For users that register on our website (if any), we also store the personal information they provide in their user profile. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account on this site, or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have provided to us. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where we send your data
Visitor comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
Amistad SMS Privacy Policy
Amistad is committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how your information is collected, used, and protected when you interact with our SMS messaging services.
Information We Collect
We collect and process your mobile phone number, name, and any other information you may provide for the sole purpose of sending SMS messages as described in use of information section in this policy.
Consent and Opt-In
You will only receive SMS messages from us if you have provided explicit consent by providing consent on your service application. Message frequency will vary based on your preferences and the nature of the communications. Standard message and data rates may apply to all text messages sent and received. Amistad obtains SMS consent through the following methods:
- Verbal Consent During Intake
Staff may request verbal consent during in-person or phone intake sessions, which is documented in the client’s file. - Paper Consent Forms
Clients may sign physical forms authorizing SMS communication. - Email Confirmation
Clients may confirm their consent via email, which is logged and stored securely.
Opt-Out Instructions
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying “STOP”. Once you opt out, you will no longer receive SMS communications from us unless you opt back in.
Use of Information
Your information is used solely for the purpose of delivering relevant SMS communications that you have agreed to receive. SMS messages including appointment reminders, application notices, and customer service. We do not use your data for any other purpose except those clearly outlined at the point of collection.
No Third-Party Sharing
No mobile information (including your phone number, opt-in data, and consent) will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Information sharing to subcontractors or service providers supporting our operations (such as SMS delivery or customer service) is permitted, but those entities are strictly prohibited from using your information for any unauthorized purposes. All other use case categories exclude opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
Data Security and Retention
We maintain industry-standard security measures including restricted access controls and secure storage systems designed to protect your data from unauthorized access or misuse. Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law and securely deleted upon request or after 30 days.
Customer Support and Help
For any questions or assistance regarding your SMS preferences or this Privacy Policy, please contact [email protected] or 915-532-3406.
- Users will also have the ability to text “HELP” for assistance, keywords or contact information