Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 2026

At Indigenous Knowledge. Digital Futures. One Alliance. (iDIA), we are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. As a nonprofit organization rooted in the ancestral knowledge of the Ipai Yuman peoples, we value trust, transparency, and responsible stewardship of the information you share with us.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, participate in our programs, or otherwise interact with iDIA.

Who We Are

iDIA (Indigenous Digital Alliance) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Indigenous knowledge, strengthening cultural resilience, advancing digital sovereignty, and supporting Indigenous communities through education, advocacy, storytelling, and technology.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Information You Provide

When you interact with our website, you may voluntarily provide information including:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number (where applicable)

• Organization or community affiliation

• Event registrations

• Volunteer applications

• Donation information

• Messages or inquiries submitted through contact forms

• Newsletter subscription details

Automatically Collected Information

When you browse our website, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Operating system

• Pages visited

• Date and time of access

• Referral websites

• Cookies and similar technologies

This information helps us improve website performance, accessibility, and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests

• Deliver newsletters and organizational updates

• Manage event registrations

• Process donations

• Improve website functionality

• Understand visitor engagement

• Support educational and community programs

• Communicate opportunities for participation

• Maintain website security

• Meet legal and regulatory obligations

We only use personal information for purposes consistent with our mission.

Newsletter Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may send:

• Program updates

• Community stories

• Cultural initiatives

• Events

• Funding announcements

• Volunteer opportunities

• Educational resources

• Organizational news

You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link included in every email.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember user preferences

• Improve website functionality

• Analyze website traffic

• Enhance user experience

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect certain website features.

Donations

If you donate through our website, payment information is processed securely through trusted third-party payment providers.

iDIA does not store complete payment card information on our servers.

Please review the privacy policies of the payment processor you use for more information.

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services including:

• Email marketing providers

• Donation platforms

• Event registration services

• Website analytics providers

• Website hosting providers

• Embedded media services

These providers only receive information necessary to perform their services and are expected to protect your information appropriately.

Embedded Content

Pages on our website may include embedded content such as:

• Videos

• Maps

• Social media posts

• External publications

Embedded content from third-party websites behaves in the same manner as if you visited those websites directly.

Those websites may collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share information only when necessary:

• With trusted service providers assisting our operations

• To comply with legal obligations

• To protect the safety, rights, or property of iDIA or others

• During organizational restructuring where legally required

Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Respect

As an organization centered on Indigenous communities, iDIA recognizes that cultural knowledge carries responsibilities beyond conventional data practices.

Information related to Indigenous knowledge, cultural heritage, community stories, language, ceremonies, traditional ecological knowledge, and community intellectual property is treated with respect and handled in accordance with applicable community protocols, permissions, and ethical standards.

We strive to ensure that cultural knowledge is collected, shared, and preserved in ways that honor Indigenous ownership, governance, and digital sovereignty.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

While no online system can guarantee absolute security, we continuously work to maintain secure systems and responsible data management practices.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide requested services

• Maintain organizational records

• Comply with legal obligations

• Support ongoing nonprofit operations

When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized where appropriate.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information

• Correct inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your information

• Withdraw consent for communications

• Request a copy of your data

• Object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under the age of 13 unless specifically participating in educational or community programs with appropriate supervision.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent where required.

International Visitors

Because our website may be accessed from different countries, your information may be processed in jurisdictions with privacy laws different from those in your location.

By using our website, you acknowledge this possibility.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by other organizations.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites and encourage visitors to review their respective privacy policies.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or organizational activities.

The updated version 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 through the contact information provided on the iDIA website.

Our Commitment

At iDIA, we believe that protecting personal information is inseparable from protecting Indigenous knowledge, cultural identity, and community trust. We are committed to handling information responsibly while advancing a future where Indigenous voices, traditions, and digital sovereignty continue to thrive for generations to come.