Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Global Surgical and Medical Support Group (GSMSG) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information you provide to us through our website or other interactions.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Professional Credentials: CVs, medical licenses, DD-214s, certifications
- Donation Information: Billing address, transaction details (via secure third-party processors)
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, usage logs (via standard analytics)
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used for:
- Reviewing applications to join GSMSG
- Coordinating deployments, trainings, and outreach
- Processing donations and issuing tax receipts
- Responding to inquiries and sending updates
- Improving website performance and services
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We use secure servers, encrypted connections (HTTPS), and industry-standard tools to protect your information. Sensitive application and donation data are stored with secure, access-limited systems.
4. Third-Party Services
GSMSG may use third-party platforms (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Jotform) to collect donations or application data. These services operate under their own privacy policies. GSMSG is not responsible for the practices of these external services.
5. Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies to understand user interactions with our website. You may disable cookies via your browser settings.
6. Opt-Out and Access
You may:
- Request access to or correction of your data
- Opt out of communications at any time
- Request deletion of your personal information
Email us at Contact@GSMSG.org with any such requests.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website and services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
9. Contact Us
Global Surgical and Medical Support Group
PO Box 32174
Washington, DC 20007-2174
Email: Contact@GSMSG.org