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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 05/2026

Our Commitment to Your Privacy

The Monterey Bay Area Climate Justice Collaborative (MBACJC) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. We believe in transparency and community control over personal information.

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Land Acknowledgment

We acknowledge that our digital presence operates on the unceded lands of the Ohlone, Costanoan, Amah Mutsun, Esselen, and other Indigenous Peoples. We honor their sovereignty and commit to protecting the privacy of all community members, especially those from vulnerable populations.

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Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Contact Information: Name, email, phone number, mailing address when you contact us, register for events, or join our mailing list

  • Participation Data: Information you share during meetings, events, or collaborative activities

  • Member Organization Details: Organization name, mission, contact person, and areas of work for member organizations

  • Feedback and Communications: Messages, comments, and feedback you send to us

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Information Automatically Collected

  • Website Usage: Pages visited, time spent on site, referring websites (through standard web analytics)

  • Technical Information: Browser type, device information, IP address (anonymized when possible)

  • Cookies: Small files that help our website function properly and remember your preferences

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How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses

  • Communication: Send updates about meetings, events, and climate justice resources

  • Event Coordination: Organize bilingual meetings and provide accessibility accommodations

  • Collaboration: Facilitate connections between member organizations and community members

  • Resource Sharing: Provide relevant climate justice tools and educational materials

  • Advocacy: Support policy work and community organizing (with your explicit consent)

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We Do NOT

  • Sell or Share: We never sell your information or share it with commercial entities

  • Government Sharing: We do not share community information with government agencies without your explicit written consent

  • Surveillance: We do not monitor or track individuals beyond basic website functionality

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Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

  • View Your Information: Request to see what information we have about you

  • Update Information: Correct or update your contact details at any time

  • Delete Information: Request deletion of your personal information

  • Communication Preferences: Choose what types of communications you receive

  • Meeting Participation: Participate in meetings without providing personal information beyond what's needed for accessibility

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How to Exercise Your Rights

  • Email us at: [privacy@mbacjc.org]

  • Call us at: [phone number]

  • Attend any of our public meetings

  • Submit a request in English, Spanish, or with Mixteco interpretation

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Data Protection and Security

Our Safeguards

  • Secure Storage: Information stored on encrypted, secure servers

  • Limited Access: Only authorized staff and volunteers have access to personal information

  • Regular Updates: We regularly review and update our security practices

  • Breach Response: We will notify you promptly if your information is compromised

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Data Retention

  • Active Participation: Information kept as long as you participate in our collaborative

  • Inactive Contacts: Removed from lists after 2 years of inactivity (unless you request to stay)

  • Meeting Records: General meeting notes kept for organizational records; personal details removed

  • Legal Requirements: Some information may be kept longer if required by law

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Special Considerations

Vulnerable Populations

We take extra care to protect the privacy of:

  • Undocumented community members

  • Indigenous community members

  • Low-income communities

  • Communities facing climate displacement

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Bilingual Services

  • All privacy rights are available in English and Spanish

  • Interpretation services available for other languages

  • Privacy notices provided in your preferred language

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Community Feedback

We regularly ask for community input on our privacy practices and update our policies based on your feedback. Your voice matters in how we handle information.

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Cookies and Website Technology

What We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic website function and security

  • Language Preferences: Remember your English/Spanish preference

  • Analytics: Basic visitor statistics to improve our website (anonymized)

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Your Choices

  • Browser Settings: You can disable cookies in your browser

  • Opt-Out: Request to opt out of analytics tracking

  • Alternative Access: Contact us directly if you prefer not to use the website

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:

  • Notify you of significant changes via email or website notice

  • Post the updated policy on our website

  • Provide the updated policy in both English and Spanish

  • Seek community feedback on major changes

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