Effective Date: July 1, 2025

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The Earth Elders (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, engage with our services, or communicate with us.

By using our site or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

 

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information (provided by you):

• Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
   

• Donation information
   

• Newsletter sign-ups
   

• Volunteer or partnership inquiries
   

b. Automatically Collected Information:

• IP address
   

• Browser type and operating system
   

• Pages visited and links clicked
   

• Referring website or source
   

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
We use cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and support security functions. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Send newsletters, updates, and organizational announcements
   

• Process donations and acknowledge contributions
   

• Respond to inquiries or support requests
   

• Improve website functionality and user experience
   

• Maintain internal records and comply with legal obligations
   

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

 

3. Legal Bases for Processing (for EU/UK Users)

Under the GDPR, our lawful bases for collecting and using your information may include:

• Your consent
   

• The performance of a contract
   

• Compliance with legal obligations
   

• Legitimate interests, such as improving our services and ensuring the security of our platform
   

 

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share your information with:

• Service providers and platforms that help operate our website (e.g., email and donation platforms)
   

• Legal authorities, if required by law
   

• Partners or collaborators, only with your consent or where legally permitted
   

All third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data in accordance with this policy.

 

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

 

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information
   

• Withdraw your consent at any time
   

• Object to or restrict processing of your data
   

• Request a copy of the data we hold about you (data portability)
   

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: comms@earthelders.org

 

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We recommend using secure networks and practicing good password hygiene.

 

8. International Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries outside your own, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses where required.

 

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age in relevant jurisdictions) without verifiable parental consent.

 

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. We encourage you to review it regularly.

 

11. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your data, please contact:

The Earth Elders
Email: comms@earthelders.org
Mailing Address: 

The Earth Elders

5 Tudor City Place #1231

New York, NY 10017