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Privacy Policy

 

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

 Bi-Okoto Drum & Dance Theatre, Inc., doing business as Bi-Okoto, Bi-Okoto Drum & Dance Theatre, Bi-Okoto Cultural Center, and Bi-Okoto Cultural Institute ("we," "us," or "our"), values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you interact with our website, services, and programs. By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described herein.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Payment information (e.g., credit card details, billing address)

Non-Personal Information:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Cookies and usage data

Sensitive Information: If required, we may collect additional information for specific services, such as dietary restrictions for event catering or health information for program safety.

2. How We Collect Your Information

We collect information in the following ways:

  • Directly from you: When you fill out forms on our website, register for events, subscribe to newsletters, or participate in surveys.
  • Automatically: Through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies when you interact with our website. The website may automatically record information like IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited. This information is aggregated and not personally identifiable.
  • From third parties: Payment processors or partners who provide services on our behalf.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for purposes such as:

  • Providing and improving our programs and services
  • Communicating with you about events, updates, and promotions
  • Processing payments and donations
  • Customizing your website experience
  • Complying with legal obligations
  • Providing donor benefits, gift acknowledgments, and internal reporting

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: For payment processing, email marketing, website hosting, and other essential services. Any shared data is either aggregated or anonymized to prevent the disclosure of personally identifiable information.
  • Legal Authorities: When required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal proceedings.
  • Event Partners: For collaborations and program facilitation.

5. Your Privacy Choices

You have the following rights:

  • Access and Update: Request access to or update your personal information.
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications or opt out of certain data uses.
  • Delete: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal and operational requirements.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email] or via our website’s contact form. We encourage users to contact us to update their personal information to ensure accuracy and relevance.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. These may include:

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.
  • Analytics Cookies: For understanding site usage and improving performance.
  • Marketing Cookies: To deliver relevant advertisements.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, firewalls, Secure Socket Layers, and monitored access to work areas and network hardware.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our programs are family-oriented, but we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information promptly.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:

Bi-Okoto Drum & Dance Theatre, Inc.

Address: 5601 Montgomery Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45212, USA.

Phone: +1 513-221-6112

Email: center@bi-okoto.com