Legal Disclaimer - Non Discrimination Policy - Privacy Policy
Legal Disclaimer
Effective Date: March 7, 2025
Empower Advocacy Oxford, Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website, sign up for services, or engage with our programs.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use our site:
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Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and demographic details (when voluntarily submitted through forms).
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Non-Personal Information: Browser type, device type, IP address, and site usage data (via cookies or analytics tools).
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
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Respond to inquiries or requests for support
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Process volunteer or program applications
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Share updates about our services, workshops, or fundraising efforts
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Improve the functionality and accessibility of our website
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Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Data Protection
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Access to personal data is limited to staff and trusted service providers who need it to operate our services.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to improve user experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, although this may affect the functionality of the site.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics, email services) to help us better understand usage patterns and communicate with you. These third parties are not permitted to use your personal data for their own purposes.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.
Your Rights
You have the right to request:
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Access to your personal data
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Corrections or updates
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Removal from our mailing lists
To make a request, contact us at: empoweradvocacyoxford@gmail.com
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Empower Advocacy Oxford, Inc.
📧 empoweradvocacyoxford@gmail.com
🌐 www.eaoxinc.org
Non-Discrimination Policy
Empower Advocacy Oxford, Inc. welcomes and values all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing an inclusive and respectful environment for everyone in our programs and events.
Privacy Policy
This privacy policy sets out how Empower Advocacy Oxford, Incorporated (EAOX INC) uses and protects any information that you give us when you use this website.
EAOX INC is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.
EAOX INC may update this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page periodically to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from March 7, 2025.
What We Collect
We may collect the following information:
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Name and job title
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Contact information including email address
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Demographic information such as postcode, preferences, and interests
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Other information relevant to surveys, program participation, and/or offers
What We Do With the Information We Gather
We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with better service, and in particular for the following reasons:
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Internal record keeping
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Improving our programs, services, and outreach
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Periodically sending informational or promotional emails about new opportunities, special events, or resources that may be of interest
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Contacting you for program evaluation or research purposes by email, phone, or mail
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Customizing the website according to user interests
EAOX INC will never sell your personal information.
Security
We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. To prevent unauthorized access or disclosure, we have put in place suitable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard the information we collect online.
How We Use Cookies
A cookie is a small file which asks permission to be placed on your computer’s hard drive. Once you agree, the file is added and the cookie helps analyze web traffic or lets you know when you visit a particular site. Cookies allow web applications to respond to you as an individual, tailoring operations to your needs and preferences.
We use traffic log cookies to identify which pages are being used. This helps us analyze data about web page traffic and improve our website. We only use this information for statistical analysis, after which the data is removed from the system.
Cookies help us provide a better website by enabling us to monitor which pages you find useful. A cookie does not give us access to your computer or any information other than what you choose to share.
You may choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Doing so may prevent you from taking full advantage of the website.
Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you leave our site, please note that we do not control those websites. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information you provide while visiting such sites. This privacy statement does not govern other websites, and we encourage you to review the privacy statement applicable to each site you visit.
Controlling Your Personal Information
You may choose to restrict the collection or use of your personal information in the following ways:
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Whenever you are asked to fill in a form on the website, look for the option to indicate that you do not want the information to be used for direct marketing purposes.
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If you have previously agreed to us using your information for direct marketing, you may change your mind at any time by writing to or emailing us at .empoweradvocacyoxford@gmail.com
We will not sell, distribute, or lease your personal information to third parties unless we have your permission or are required by law. We may use your information to send you updates about partner organizations if you indicate interest.
You may request details of personal information which we hold about you. If you would like a copy, please write to:
Empower Advocacy Oxford, Incorporated (EAOX INC) at empoweradvocacyoxford@gmail.com
If you believe any information we are holding is incorrect or incomplete, please contact us as soon as possible. We will promptly correct any inaccuracies.
