Black Women in Media

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Last Updated: January 1, 2026

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Black Women in Media (“BWIM,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of individuals who visit, access, or interact with our websites, digital platforms, events, publications, and services (collectively, the “Services”).

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This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, protect, and manage information obtained through our Services.

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By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

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We may collect the following categories of information:

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A. Information You Provide Directly

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You may voluntarily provide information when you:

• Subscribe to newsletters or mailing lists

• Register for events or experiences

• Apply to participate in campaigns, chapters, or programs

• Submit inquiries, forms, or applications

• Engage with our publications or editorial initiatives

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This information may include:

• Full name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Mailing address

• Professional or biographical information

• Demographic information (when voluntarily provided)

• Any other information you choose to submit

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B. Automatically Collected Information

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When you visit our Services, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device identifiers

• Operating system

• Pages viewed and interactions

• Referring URLs

• Date and time of access

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This information is collected through cookies, pixels, log files, and similar technologies.

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C. Third-Party Sources

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We may receive information from:

• Event platforms

• Social media platforms

• Marketing partners

• Publicly available sources

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This information is handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

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2. HOW WE USE INFORMATION

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We use collected information to:

• Provide and operate our Services

• Communicate with subscribers and participants

• Manage events, campaigns, and publications

• Improve content, offerings, and user experience

• Send updates, announcements, and promotional materials

• Conduct analytics and performance measurement

• Maintain security and prevent fraud

• Comply with legal obligations

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BWIM does not sell personal data.

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3. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

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We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Understand user behavior

• Improve site performance

• Analyze engagement

• Customize content

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You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may affect functionality of certain features.

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4. SHARING & DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION

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We may share information with:

• Trusted service providers and vendors

• Event partners (only as necessary to fulfill participation)

• Analytics and marketing platforms

• Legal authorities when required by law

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We do not share personal information for third-party marketing without consent.

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5. ADVERTISING & SPONSORED CONTENT

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BWIM may feature sponsored content, partnerships, or advertising.

While we strive for transparency, advertisers and partners may use their own cookies or tracking technologies, which are governed by their respective privacy policies.

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BWIM is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites, platforms, or advertisers.

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6. EDITORIAL SUBMISSIONS & PUBLIC CONTENT

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If you submit content (including but not limited to stories, essays, images, applications, or testimonials), you acknowledge:

• Submissions may be reviewed, edited, archived, or published

• Publication decisions are at BWIM’s sole discretion

• Submission does not guarantee publication or compensation

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Once published, content may become publicly accessible and is no longer subject to privacy protections.

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7. DATA RETENTION

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We retain personal information:

• As long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined

• To comply with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations

• To protect the rights, property, or safety of BWIM

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We may retain anonymized or aggregated data indefinitely.

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8. DATA SECURITY

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We implement commercially reasonable safeguards designed to protect information.

However, no system is 100% secure, and BWIM cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted online.

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By using our Services, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

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9. YOUR RIGHTS & CHOICES

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Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access personal information

• Request correction or deletion

• Opt out of communications

• Withdraw consent

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Requests may be submitted to:
📧 info@blackwomeninmedia.com

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We reserve the right to verify identity before processing requests.

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10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

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BWIM does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13.

If such information is discovered, it will be deleted promptly.

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11. INTERNATIONAL USERS

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BWIM operates from the United States.

By accessing our Services, you consent to the transfer and processing of information in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

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12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

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BWIM reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of any updates.

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13. DISCLAIMER & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

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To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• BWIM disclaims liability for unauthorized access or data breaches

• BWIM is not responsible for third-party actions or platforms

• Use of Services is at your own risk

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This Privacy Policy does not create contractual rights or obligations beyond those required by law.

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14. CONTACT US

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For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact:

 

Black Women in Media
📧 | info@blackwomeninmedia.com

📞 | 646.926.2077
🌐 | www.blackwomeninmedia.com