Your privacy matters to us.

Effective Date: August 5, 2026

1. Introduction

The Human Rights Law Society ("HRLS," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information entrusted to us by our donors, supporters, volunteers, applicants, partners, website visitors, and individuals who interact with our organization.

This Privacy Policy explains how HRLS collects, uses, stores, protects, and discloses personal information through our websites, online platforms, fundraising activities, communications, programs, and other organizational activities.

HRLS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing human rights, combating human trafficking, protecting children's rights, and supporting individuals and organizations engaged in related humanitarian, advocacy, legal, educational, and community-based efforts.

By accessing an HRLS website or voluntarily providing personal information to HRLS, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Scope of This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to personal information collected through:

• HRLS websites
• Online forms
• Donation platforms
• Fundraising campaigns
• Newsletters and email communications
• Volunteer and internship applications
• Partnership communications
• Events and programs
• Surveys and feedback forms
• Other interactions with HRLS

3. Information HRLS Collects

HRLS collects personal information only when voluntarily provided or when necessary for legitimate nonprofit purposes.

A. Donors and Supporters

HRLS may collect name, mailing address, email address, telephone number, donation history, communication preferences, event participation information, payment confirmation information, and other information voluntarily provided by supporters. HRLS does not require donors to provide more information than reasonably necessary to process donations, maintain records, communicate with supporters, and fulfill nonprofit obligations.

B. Volunteers, Interns, and Applicants

HRLS may collect name and contact information, resume or curriculum vitae, educational background, professional experience, skills and qualifications, references, areas of interest, and other information necessary to evaluate applications.

C. Partners and Organizations

HRLS may collect information from organizations, institutions, and individuals who collaborate with HRLS, including organization name, contact information, program information, publicly available organizational information, partnership documentation, and information necessary to evaluate collaboration opportunities.

D. Website Visitors

When visitors use HRLS websites, we may automatically collect limited technical information, including IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, pages visited, website interaction data, referral sources, and date and time of website activity. This information is generally collected in aggregate form and is used to improve website performance, security, accessibility, and user experience.

4. Sensitive Information

Because HRLS works in areas involving human trafficking, children's rights, and vulnerable populations, HRLS recognizes the importance of protecting sensitive information. HRLS may encounter sensitive information relating to survivors of trafficking, children, vulnerable individuals, partner organizations, advocates and service providers, and confidential program activities.

HRLS takes reasonable precautions to protect sensitive information and does not collect, disclose, or publish sensitive personal information unless necessary for legitimate organizational purposes and permitted by applicable law. HRLS does not publicly identify survivors, children, or vulnerable individuals without appropriate authorization and informed consent.

5. Cookies and Website Technologies

HRLS websites may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, analyze website traffic, understand visitor engagement, remember user preferences, improve online services, and enhance website security. Visitors may modify browser settings to restrict cookies; however, certain website features may not function properly without cookies.

6. How HRLS Uses Personal Information

HRLS may use personal information for charitable activities, donations and fundraising, communications, and organizational administration. This includes supporting HRLS programs and initiatives, evaluating partnerships, administering charitable activities, processing donations, providing acknowledgments, maintaining donor records, sending newsletters, responding to inquiries, maintaining records, improving operations, protecting organizational security, and complying with legal obligations.

7. Donor Privacy Policy

HRLS values the trust and generosity of its donors. HRLS does not sell donor information, rent donor mailing lists, or trade donor information with other organizations. HRLS may use donor information to process contributions, provide acknowledgments, communicate about HRLS activities, maintain appropriate nonprofit records, and comply with legal and financial reporting obligations. Donors may request that HRLS limit certain communications by contacting HRLS directly.

8. Donation Processing and Payment Information

HRLS uses secure third-party payment processors to process donations. Payment information may be processed through payment processors, online donation platforms, and financial service providers. HRLS does not store complete payment card information on its own systems unless necessary for legitimate administrative purposes. Third-party providers maintain their own privacy policies and security practices.

9. Third-Party Service Providers

HRLS may use trusted third-party providers to support organizational operations, including website hosting, email communication platforms, donor management systems, payment processing, event registration, cybersecurity services, and analytics providers. These providers may access personal information only as necessary to provide services to HRLS and are expected to protect such information appropriately.

10. Email Communications and CAN-SPAM Compliance

HRLS complies with applicable requirements governing nonprofit email communications, including the federal CAN-SPAM Act. HRLS communications will identify HRLS as the sender, provide accurate sender information, include a method to unsubscribe, and honor opt-out requests. Individuals may unsubscribe from HRLS communications at any time.

11. Children's Privacy

HRLS is committed to protecting children's privacy. HRLS does not knowingly collect personal information from children through online services without appropriate consent where required by applicable law. HRLS recognizes that children and vulnerable individuals may be connected to HRLS's charitable mission. Any information involving children is handled with appropriate confidentiality and care. HRLS complies with applicable children's privacy requirements, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act ("COPPA") where applicable.

12. Disclosure of Personal Information

HRLS does not sell personal information. HRLS may disclose personal information only when you provide consent, disclosure is necessary to provide requested services, disclosure is made to trusted service providers, required by law or legal process, necessary to protect the safety, rights, or property of HRLS or others, or otherwise permitted under applicable law.

13. Information Security

HRLS maintains reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, disclosure, and destruction. While HRLS takes reasonable measures to protect information, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

14. Data Retention

HRLS retains personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for nonprofit operations, donor stewardship, financial reporting, legal compliance, recordkeeping, and organizational administration. Retention periods depend on the nature of the information and applicable legal obligations.

15. Your Privacy Choices and Rights

Individuals may contact HRLS regarding access to personal information, correction of inaccurate information, requests regarding communications, and questions regarding HRLS privacy practices. HRLS will review and respond to reasonable requests consistent with applicable law.

16. Florida Privacy and Nonprofit Considerations

HRLS is committed to maintaining responsible information practices consistent with applicable Florida nonprofit requirements. HRLS maintains appropriate safeguards regarding donor information, nonprofit records, financial information, and organizational communications. HRLS handles personal information consistent with applicable federal and state privacy obligations.

17. U.S. State Privacy Laws

Certain states provide additional privacy protections to residents. HRLS respects applicable privacy rights provided under relevant state laws. HRLS does not sell personal information as defined under applicable privacy laws. Individuals seeking information about their privacy rights may contact HRLS.

18. Changes to This Privacy Policy

HRLS may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

19. Contact HRLS

Questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to: