Effective Date: May 8, 2025
Organization: Minnesota Ethnic Providers Network (MEPN)
1103 Burnsville Parkway, Suite 203, Burnsville, MN 55337
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://ethnicproviders.org
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Introduction
The Minnesota Ethnic Providers Network (MEPN) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our members, partners, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your information in compliance with Minnesota laws and applicable federal regulations.
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Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal information:
- a) Direct Information Provided by You
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Organization name and role
- Payment information (for membership dues)
- Usernames and passwords (for member login)
- b) Automatically Collected Information
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referral links
- c) Forum and Community Participation
- Posts, comments, and messages in member forums
- Profile preferences and activity within community platforms
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How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data for the following purposes:
- To process memberships and maintain accounts
- To send confirmations, newsletters, and updates
- To facilitate participation in forums, training, and events
- To improve website functionality and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
- To evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of our programs
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Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or trade your personal information. We may share limited data with:
- Trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms)
- Legal authorities when required by law
- Internal partners and board members for organizational reporting (in aggregate, non-identifiable formats)
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Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including for legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. Inactive accounts may be removed after 24 months of inactivity.
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Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to secure your information, including SSL encryption, secure login protocols, and access limitations to authorized personnel only.
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Your Rights
As a Minnesota resident, you have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Request a copy of the data we hold about you
- Withdraw consent for communications
- File a complaint with the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office if you believe your data rights have been violated
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: [email protected]
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Cookies and Tracking
Please refer to our Cookies Policy for detailed information on how cookies are used on our website.
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Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected data from a minor, we will delete it immediately.
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Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page and will take effect immediately upon posting. The effective date at the top of this page will reflect the latest revision.
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Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your data, contact:
Minnesota Ethnic Providers Network (MEPN)
1103 Burnsville Parkway, Suite 203, Burnsville, MN 55337
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://ethnicproviders.org