Privacy Policy for Illinois Association of Environmental Professionals (IAEP)

Last Updated: March 5, 2025
 
The Illinois Association of Environmental Professionals (IAEP), a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, is committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your personal information when you interact with our website, services, or make donations.
 
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information in the following ways:
 
●    Personal Identifiable Information (PII): When you make a donation, register for an event, or become a member, we may collect personal information such as your name, address, phone number, email address, and payment details.
●    Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personally identifiable information, including your IP address, browser type, and website usage data, to improve the performance of our website and services.

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
●    To process donations, dues, and event registrations.
●    To communicate with you regarding IAEP events, newsletters, and updates.
●    To provide you with customer support or respond to your inquiries.
●    To analyze website usage to enhance user experience and improve our services.
●    To comply with legal obligations and maintain the security of our website.

3. Data Security
We take appropriate measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All online transactions are processed using secure, PCI-DSS compliant payment systems, ensuring your payment details are encrypted and protected.

While we implement strict security measures, no method of online transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, while we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
 
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in processing transactions, event management, or email communications, provided they adhere to privacy and data security standards consistent with this policy.
 
We may also disclose your personal information when required by law or to protect the rights, property, and safety of IAEP, its members, or the public.
 
5. Your Choices

●    Access and Correct Your Information: You may update or correct your personal information by contacting us directly.
●    Opt-Out of Communications: You can unsubscribe from our newsletters or marketing emails by following the unsubscribe instructions included in the email or by contacting us directly.
●    Delete Your Information: If you wish to have your personal information deleted, please contact us, and we will comply with your request as permitted by law.

6. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will take steps to delete that information.
 
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you through email or by posting a notice on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates.
 
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
 
Illinois Association of Environmental Professionals (IAEP)
Email: [email protected] 
Website: www.iaepnetwork.org