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Privacy Policy for the National Association of Black Journalists – Chicago Chapter (NABJ Chicago)

Last Updated: April 13, 2026

The National Association of Black Journalists – Chicago Chapter (“NABJ Chicago,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website https://nabjchicago.org/ (the “Site”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personally identifiable information (“Personal Information”) you may provide us through the Site.

This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected on our Site, how we use this information, and under what circumstances we may disclose the information to third parties.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both Personal Information and Non-Personal Information when you interact with our Site.

A. Personal Information You Provide to Us
We only collect Personal Information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Join or Renew a Membership: Name, email address, phone number, professional affiliation, and mailing address.

  • Register for Events: Name, email address, and ticketing details (such as RSVPs for panel discussions, workshops, or galas).

  • Make a Donation or Pay Dues: Billing address and payment information. (Note: Payment processing is handled securely by our third-party payment processors, such as Join It. We do not store your full credit card information on our servers.)

  • Apply for Scholarships/Internships: Academic history, contact details, resumes, and other materials required for the application process.

  • Submit a Form: Information provided when you contact us, participate in surveys (such as our Newsroom Diversity Survey), or submit nomination packets.

B. Non-Personal Information Collected Automatically
Like most website operators, NABJ Chicago collects non-personally-identifying information of the sort that web browsers and servers typically make available, such as:

  • Browser type and device information.

  • IP addresses.

  • Language preference.

  • Referring site, and the date and time of each visitor request.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to operate our chapter, improve our Site, and serve our members and the public. Specifically, we use your data to:

  • Process memberships, donations, and event registrations.

  • Communicate with you regarding chapter updates, newsletters, upcoming events, and opportunities (e.g., job postings and internships).

  • Review and award scholarships.

  • Conduct chapter elections and verify voting eligibility.

  • Analyze site traffic and user behavior to optimize our website layout and content.

3. How We Share Your Information

NABJ Chicago does not sell, rent, or lease your Personal Information to third parties. We only share your data under the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who assist us in operating our Site, processing payments, managing email communications, or organizing events (e.g., Eventbrite, Mailchimp, payment processors). These partners are obligated to keep your information confidential.

  • NABJ National Organization: We may share membership status and directory information with the National Association of Black Journalists parent organization to ensure active membership standing.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, subpoena, or other legal processes, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of NABJ Chicago, our members, or others.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses “Cookies” and similar technologies to enhance your experience. A cookie is a string of information that a website stores on a visitor’s computer, which the visitor’s browser provides to the website each time the visitor returns.

  • We use cookies to help identify and track visitors, their usage of the Site, and their website access preferences.

  • You can set your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, some features of our Site may not function properly without the aid of cookies.

5. Embedded Content and Third-Party Links

Our Site includes links to external sites (such as YouTube, job boards, or news outlets) and may feature embedded content (like videos or social media feeds).

  • Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

  • These external sites have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these third-party sites and encourage you to read their policies.

6. Data Security

The security of your Personal Information is important to us. We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect against the unauthorized access, destruction, or alteration of your data. However, remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your data:

  • Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from our email newsletters and communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our emails.

  • Access and Correction: You may request to see what Personal Information we hold about you or request corrections to inaccurate data by contacting us.

  • Deletion: You may request that we delete your Personal Information, subject to certain exceptions (such as data we are legally required to keep).

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete the information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

NABJ Chicago reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage visitors to frequently check this page for any changes. Your continued use of this site after any change in this Privacy Policy will constitute your acceptance of such changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, the practices of this Site, or your dealings with this site, please contact us at:

National Association of Black Journalists – Chicago Chapter

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