Privacy policy.
At Unionize Baltimore, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who engage with our community. This privacy policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of personal information, emphasizing our dedication to safeguarding the data of workers, organizers, and activists involved in building solidarity and union membership in Baltimore.
1. Information We Collect:
We collect personal information from individuals who voluntarily engage with Unionize Baltimore through our website, social media channels, events, workshops, or other forms of communication. This information may include, but is not limited to:
Name
Contact details (such as email address, phone number)
Workplace information
Membership status in labor unions or similar organizations
Demographic information (such as age, gender, race/ethnicity)
2. How We Use Personal Information:
The personal information collected by Unionize Baltimore is used solely for the purpose of furthering our mission to build solidarity and union membership in Baltimore. This may include:
Communicating with individuals about union organizing efforts, events, and opportunities for engagement
Providing resources, support, and assistance to workers seeking to organize their workplace
Analyzing trends and demographics to improve our outreach and advocacy efforts
Responding to inquiries and requests for information
3. Protection of Personal Information:
We recognize the sensitive nature of the information shared with us by workers, organizers, and activists, and we are committed to ensuring its confidentiality and security. Unionize Baltimore implements appropriate technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
4. Disclosure of Personal Information:
Unionize Baltimore does not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties for any purpose. We may disclose personal information only in the following circumstances:
With consent: We may share personal information with individuals or organizations when explicit consent has been obtained from the individual.
Legal compliance: We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request, such as a subpoena or court order.
Protection of rights: We may disclose personal information to protect the rights, property, or safety of Unionize Baltimore, its members, or others.
5. Your Choices and Rights:
Individuals have the right to access, update, or request deletion of their personal information held by Unionize Baltimore. To exercise these rights or to opt-out of receiving communications from us, please contact us using the information provided below.
6. Discretion and Protection Against Harm:
Unionize Baltimore recognizes the importance of discretion in protecting the privacy and safety of workers who are organizing their workplace. We take proactive measures to prevent harm or retaliation against individuals involved in union organizing efforts, including limiting the disclosure of sensitive information and providing guidance on maintaining anonymity where necessary.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy:
Unionize Baltimore reserves the right to update or modify this privacy policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. We encourage individuals to review this policy periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices.
8. Contact Us:
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or the handling of your personal information by Unionize Baltimore, please contact us at:
info@unionizebaltimore.org
By engaging with Unionize Baltimore, individuals acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this privacy policy. Thank you for your trust and support in our efforts to advance worker rights and solidarity in Baltimore.