Privacy Policy

Introduction
The Green Signal Initiative (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through our website, greensignal.org (the “Site”), how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
By using this Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
    •    Complete a contact form
    •    Sign up for updates or newsletters
    •    Submit an inquiry about the program
    •    Request program materials or information
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, organization, and the contents of your message.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information through cookies and similar technologies, including:
    •    Browser type and version
    •    Device type
    •    Pages visited and time spent on the Site
    •    Referring website
    •    General geographic location (city/region level, not precise location)
We use this information solely to understand how visitors use our Site and to improve the visitor experience.

What We Do NOT Collect
The Green Signal Initiative does not collect, store, or maintain any of the following through this website:
    •    Medical records or diagnoses
    •    Mental health information
    •    Program participant enrollment records
    •    Protected health information (PHI) of any kind
Important: Program enrollment is managed exclusively through participating healthcare providers and is never conducted through this website. This website does not create, access, or maintain any registry or database of program participants.

How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
    •    Respond to your inquiries and requests
    •    Send updates about the Green Signal Initiative, if you have opted in
    •    Improve our website and communications
    •    Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

Sharing of Information
We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
    •    Service providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate the Site (such as website hosting or email services), who are obligated to protect your information
    •    Legal requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or other legal process
    •    Protection: When necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of the Green Signal Initiative or others

Cookies
Our Site may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and gather usage analytics. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some Site functionality.

Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including petition platforms, social media, and partner organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. You may request deletion of your information at any time by contacting us.

Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, contact us at:
The Green Signal Initiative
Email: staceyb@green-signal.org
Wake County, North Carolina