Effective as of: 2/11/2026

Last Updated on: 4/7/2026
Website: https://hereourvoices.org/
Organization: Here, Our Voices

Here, Our Voices is committed to protecting the privacy, dignity, and safety of the individuals, families, and communities we serve because our work centers on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples, consent, confidentiality, and responsible storytelling are foundational to everything we do.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you visit our website or interact with us.

1. Our Commitment to Consent and Privacy

We are a consent-first organization. No story, image, voice recording, or testimony is published without informed, documented permission. Participants have the right to:

• Choose what information is shared
• Request anonymity or limited sharing
• Withdraw consent prior to publication
• Ask questions about how their information will be used

We treat every story as sacred, not as content.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect information when you:

• Submit a contact form
• Share a story or testimony
• Apply to be listed as a chapter or group
• Donate
• Subscribe to updates
• Contact us by phone, email, or text

This may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Story details or documentation materials
• Donation information

Providing this information is voluntary.

Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, we may collect limited technical data, including:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• General geographic region

This information helps improve site functionality and security.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries
• Communicate safely with families and participants
• Process donations
• Improve website performance
• Maintain story archives in accordance with consent agreements
• Connect visitors with trusted MMIP resources

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.

4. Storytelling, Media, and Consent

Stories, photographs, audio, and video are shared only with documented consent. Each participant determines:

• Whether their name is public or private
• Whether content is fully public, limited, or archived
• Whether identifying details are included

All media shared on this site is protected by copyright and may not be reproduced without written permission.

5. Data Protection and Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no online transmission is 100 percent secure. If you are sharing sensitive information, you may request alternative communication methods.

           a.     Data Sharing

·         Customer data is not shared with 3rd parties for promotional or marketing purposes.

·         Mobile opt-in and consent are never shared with anyone for any purpose. Any information sharing that may be mentioned elsewhere in this policy excludes mobile opt-in data.

            b.     Here Our Voices LLC Messaging Terms and Conditions

1.      The messaging program consists of general conversational messaging to answer questions and provide support to customers.

2.      You can cancel the SMS service at any time. Just text ‘STOP’ to the phone number from which you received messages. After you send the SMS message ‘STOP’ to us, we will send you an SMS message to confirm that you have been unsubscribed. After this, you will no longer receive SMS messages from us. If you want to join again, just sign up as you did the first time and we will start sending SMS messages to you again.

3.      If you are experiencing issues with the messaging program you can reply with the keyword HELP for more assistance, or you can get help directly at info@hereourvoices.org.

4.      Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.

5.      As always, message and data rates may apply for any messages sent to you from us and to us from you. Message frequency will vary based on communication needs. If you have any questions about your text plan or data plan, it is best to contact your wireless provider.

6.      If you have any questions regarding privacy, please read our privacy policy contained in the rest of this document/page.

6. Donations and Payment Processing

Donations may be processed through secure third-party platforms. We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers. Payment processors operate under their own privacy and security policies.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external organizations and national MMIP resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external websites. We encourage you to review their policies.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate guardian consent.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your state of residence, including under applicable privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act, you may have the right to:

• Request access to personal information we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your information
• Opt out of certain data uses

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

10. Emergency Disclaimer

If someone is in immediate danger, call 911 or your local emergency authority. This website does not provide emergency services.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The effective date will be listed at the top of this page. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of any updates.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Here, Our Voices
Email: info@hereourvoices.org
Phone: 1(833) 468-7864 (OURVOI)
Website: https://hereourvoices.org/

Here, Our Voices is built on trust. We protect stories. We protect voices. We protect people.