Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 15th, 2025
Organization: Civic Empowerment Network (CEN)

The Civic Empowerment Network (CEN) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website, programs, and services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with us:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, and other information voluntarily provided through forms, event registrations, donations, or program applications.

• Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device information, IP address, and usage data collected automatically through cookies or analytics tools.

• Donor Information: If you make a donation, we may collect payment details (processed securely by third-party providers). We do not store full payment card numbers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve our programs, events, and services.

• Communicate updates, newsletters, and opportunities to get involved.

• Process donations and send acknowledgments or receipts.

• Respond to inquiries and provide support.

• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only when necessary:

• With trusted service providers who help us operate our website, process donations, or support our programs.

• When required by law or in response to valid legal requests.

• In aggregated or anonymized form for reporting and analysis.

4. Cookies & Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze site traffic, and customize content. You can adjust cookie settings through your browser preferences.

5. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

6. Your Rights

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

• Access and request a copy of your personal information.

• Correct or update inaccurate information.

• Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal or contractual obligations).

• Opt-out of receiving marketing or promotional communications.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

7. Children’s Privacy

CEN is committed to protecting the privacy of youth. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware that information has been collected without such consent, we will delete it promptly.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites and encourage you to review their policies.

9. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted with a revised effective date. Continued use of our website and services after updates constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Civic Empowerment Network (CEN)