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New York City Black Deaf Advocates, Inc. (“NYCBDA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, visitors, and supporters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or submit information through our online forms.

By using our website or submitting any form, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Membership category (General, Senior, or Student)
  • Payment information processed securely through PayPal (we do not store payment details)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process and manage your membership registration
  • Send you meeting notices, newsletters, and event updates
  • Respond to your inquiries and requests
  • Maintain our membership records
  • Notify you in case of weather or emergency situations affecting events

How We Share Your Information

NYCBDA does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

  • With the National Black Deaf Advocates (NBDA) as required for dual membership and chapter reporting
  • With service providers (such as JotForm and PayPal) who assist us in operating our website and processing payments
  • As required by law or to protect the rights and safety of NYCBDA, its members, or others

Third-Party Services

Our website uses third-party tools including JotForm (for membership applications), PayPal (for payment processing), YouTube (for video content), and social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, and Twitter/X. These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them. NYCBDA is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party platforms.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

NYCBDA does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If you believe a child has submitted information to us without consent, please contact us and we will remove it promptly.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information, subject to legal and organizational requirements
  • Opt out of receiving communications from us at any time

Changes to This Policy

NYCBDA reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
New York City Black Deaf Advocates, Inc.
P.O. Box 15, New York, NY 10028
Email: NYCBDA@gmail.com
Phone (Text): 646-363-6407
VP Phone: 347-669-7057
Instagram: @nycbda