PRIVACY POLICY

PRIVACY POLICY

Kentucky Strong Women’s Leadership Training
Last updated: May 2026

1. Introduction
Kentucky Strong (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website, apply to our programs, or participate in the Women’s Leadership Training (“Program”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information.

By using our website or participating in the Program, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:

A. Information You Provide Directly
Name

• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Application responses
• Professional background
• Voluntary demographic information
• Communication preferences

B. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• General usage data

This information helps us improve website performance and user experience.

C. Program Participation Information
If you participate in the Program, we may collect:

• Attendance records
• Feedback or evaluations
• Communications with staff
• Optional testimonials or photos

3. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:

• Process and review Program applications
• Communicate with applicants and participants
• Administer and improve the Program
• Provide updates, resources, or event information
• Evaluate Program effectiveness
• Maintain internal records
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not use personal information for commercial purposes.

4. How We Share Information
Kentucky Strong does not sell or rent personal information.

We may share information only with:

• Program staff, trainers, or contractors who need it to perform their roles
• Service providers who support our website, communications, or data systems
• Partners or funders in aggregated, non‑identifiable form
• Authorities if required by law

All third parties are expected to maintain confidentiality and use information only for authorized purposes.

5. Cookies & Website Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Improve site functionality
• Analyze traffic patterns
• Enhance user experience

You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function fully.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

7. Your Choices
You may:

• Request access to the personal information we hold
• Request corrections to inaccurate information
• Opt out of non‑essential communications
• Request deletion of your information, subject to legal or operational requirements

To make a request, contact us using the information on our website.

8. Retention of Information
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Administer the Program
• Meet legal or reporting obligations
• Maintain accurate organizational records

Information may be archived securely when no longer actively used.

9. Third‑Party Links
Our website or Program materials may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third‑party sites.

10. Children’s Privacy
Our Program and website are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website or participation in the Program indicates acceptance of the updated Policy.

12. Contact Us
For questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact Kentucky Strong through the communication channels listed on our website.

Kentucky Strong Women’s Leadership Training
PO BOX 22151
Louisville, KY  40252

502-795-2144

julie@kystrong.com