PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: January 7, 2026

Welcome to Saving Virginia Wesleyan (accessible at savingvirginiawesleyan.org). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

We may collect information from you in the following ways:

Personal Data: We collect personally identifiable information, such as your name, email address, and zip code, only when you voluntarily provide it to us (e.g., when signing a petition, joining a mailing list, or contacting us).
Derivative Data: Our servers automatically collect information when you access the site, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and the pages you view.
Cookies and Tracking: We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site traffic.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

Communicate updates regarding the "Saving Virginia Wesleyan" mission.
Organize and display advocacy efforts (such as petition counts).
Improve the functionality and content of our website.
Comply with legal obligations and protect the security of our users.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our website or conducting our advocacy (e.g., email marketing platforms).
Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights and the safety of the community.
Advocacy Recipients: If you sign a petition, your name and city may be presented to the target of the advocacy (e.g., University Board of Trustees), as is standard with petition formats.

Your Rights (Virginia Privacy Rights)

As a Virginia-based entity, we acknowledge the privacy standards of the Commonwealth. Depending on your residency, you may have the right to:

Confirm whether we are processing your personal data.
Request a copy of the data you have provided.
Request the deletion of your personal data.
Opt-out of the processing of your data for targeted advertising.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at civiterterrry@gmail.com.

Third-Party Websites

Our site may contain links to other websites (such as news articles or social media).

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

Security Of Your Information

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. However, no electronic transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

If you have questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: civiterterrry@gmail.com or through our website at savingvirginiawesleyan.org