Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 27TH  2025

ASK GRISELDA is committed to protecting your privacy, safety, and dignity. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you visit our website or reach out for support. As a **survivor‑led nonprofit**, we approach privacy with trauma‑informed care and deep respect for confidentiality.

- Our Commitment to Survivors

We understand that many visitors—especially survivors of human trafficking and exploitation—may have concerns about safety, confidentiality, and retaliation. 

We:

* Collect **only the information necessary** to provide support or respond to inquiries

* **Do not require disclosure** of immigration status to receive help

* Do **not sell or share personal information** for marketing purposes

* Take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access

- Information We May Collect

Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect:

 1. Information You Choose to Share

* Name (or alias)

* Email address or phone number

* Messages submitted through contact or intake forms

* Any information you voluntarily include when requesting resources or support

You are never required to share more than you are comfortable sharing.

 2. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, limited technical data may be collected automatically, such as:

* IP address

* Browser type

* Device information

* Pages visited and time spent on the site

This information is used only to help us understand website usage and improve accessibility and functionality.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

* Respond to requests for resources or support

* Communicate with you if you ask us to

* Improve our website and services

* Meet legal or reporting obligations when required by law

We **do not** use personal information for advertising or commercial purposes.

Confidentiality & Safety

* Information shared with ASK GRISELDA is treated as **confidential**.

* We do not share personal information with third parties unless:

  * You give explicit consent

  * It is required by law (e.g., a valid court order)

  * There is an immediate risk of serious harm to you or someone else

Whenever possible, we prioritize survivor safety and autonomy before disclosure.

Third‑Party Services

Our website may use trusted third‑party services (such as website hosting or secure form tools) to operate effectively. These providers are required to protect your information and may only use it to perform services on our behalf.

Our website may also include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

Cookies

We may use limited cookies or similar technologies to:

* Ensure basic website functionality

* Understand general site usage

You can adjust your browser settings to disable cookies, though some features of the site may not function properly.

Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

* Request access to the personal information you shared with us

* Ask us to correct or delete your information

* Withdraw consent for future communication

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

- Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 without adult involvement. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:

ASK GRISELDA Corporation

Website: www.askgriselda.org

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