Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2/01/2026

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Our Commitment to You

The Arizona Latino Medical Association (ALMA) is built on a foundation of community, connection, and shared purpose. We exist to open doors, create opportunities, and foster engagement among students, healthcare professionals, and supporters who are committed to transforming healthcare in underserved communities. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your information as part of our vibrant, engaged community.

By donating to ALMA, signing up for membership, submitting a scholarship application, or providing your information through our website or events, you are giving ALMA permission to use your information to respond to your inquiries, process your submissions, and keep you engaged with our community and mission.

Who We Are

ALMA is a nonprofit professional organization—not a medical practice or healthcare provider. While our board is composed of physicians and healthcare professionals with extensive medical backgrounds, ALMA itself does not provide medical services or advice. We are a community organization dedicated to supporting Latino healthcare professionals and students pursuing healthcare careers in Arizona.

Information We Collect

We collect information from various members of our community, including:

Students and Scholarship Applicants

• Personal contact information (name, email, phone number, mailing address)
• Educational information (schools attended, universities, programs of study, GPA, academic achievements)
• Scholarship application materials (personal statements, resumes/CVs, letters of recommendation)
• Financial information related to scholarship eligibility
• Demographic information
• Career goals and aspirations

Medical Professionals (Physicians and Non-Physician Healthcare Professionals)

• Personal and professional contact information
• Medical credentials, specialties, and practice information
• Business information (practice name, address, phone number, website)
• Employment history and professional affiliations
• Areas of expertise and interests

Corporate Representatives and Supporters

• Contact information (name, email, phone number)
• Company/organization affiliation
• Business information
• Donation history and preferences

Retired Medical Professionals

• Contact information
• Professional background and expertise
• Volunteer interests and availability

Website Visitors

• Information you voluntarily provide through forms and inquiries
• Technical information collected automatically (IP address, browser type, pages visited) through standard web technologies

How We Use Your Information

ALMA thrives on involvement and engagement. We use your information to:

Build and Strengthen Our Community

• Connect students with mentors, scholarship opportunities, and resources
• Facilitate networking among healthcare professionals
• Share opportunities for collaboration, education, and professional development
• Create meaningful connections that advance our mission

Communicate With You

• Respond to your inquiries, applications, and submissions
• Send updates about ALMA programs, events, scholarships, and initiatives
• Share success stories and community news
• Provide information about networking events, continuing education opportunities, and career resources
• Solicit donations and communicate with donors about the impact of their contributions

Administer Our Programs

• Process scholarship applications and award scholarships and grants
• Coordinate mentorship programs and training opportunities
• Organize events, conferences, and networking gatherings
• Manage our member directory and facilitate connections

Support Our Mission

• Analyze trends to improve our programs and services
• Demonstrate our impact to supporters and stakeholders
• Advocate for policies that support Latino healthcare professionals and underserved communities

Sharing Your Information

Within the ALMA Community

ALMA will not share your personal information with anyone outside of the ALMA organization. However, within our community:

• Member Directory: If you are a member of ALMA, your business information (such as practice name, specialty, professional contact information, and business address) may be included in our member directory, which is accessible to other ALMA members and available to the public. This directory helps facilitate networking, mentorship, and professional connections within our community and the public.
• Scholarship Recipients: We may publicly recognize scholarship recipients by name and school affiliation to celebrate their achievements and inspire future applicants.
• Success Stories: With your permission, we may share your story or testimonial to illustrate the impact of ALMA’s work.

Your Control Over Directory Listings

You have complete control over your directory listing. If you do not want your business information listed in the member directory, you can opt out at any time by contacting us or adjusting your privacy settings in your member profile. Your choice will be honored immediately.

When We Must Share Information

We may disclose your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• When required by law, legal process, or government request
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of ALMA, our members, or others
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with your consent where required)
• With service providers who assist us in operating our website and programs, under strict confidentiality agreements

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure data storage systems
• Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information and request a copy of what we have on file
• Update or correct your information at any time
• Opt out of communications by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly
• Remove your information from the member directory
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and operational requirements (such as scholarship records and donation history for tax purposes)
• Limit how we use your information by contacting us with specific requests

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

Children’s Privacy

ALMA’s website and programs are intended for high school students (ages 14+) and adults. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how visitors use our website
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Analyze website traffic and trends

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as partner organizations, educational institutions, or social media platforms). ALMA is not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will post the updated policy on our website with a new effective date. Significant changes will be communicated to our members via email. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Arizona Latino Medical Association (ALMA)
Address:
PO Box 24152, Tempe, AZ 85285-4152

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We are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and transparently.

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Your Consent

By donating to ALMA, signing up for membership, submitting a scholarship application, participating in our programs, or otherwise providing your information to us, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described herein.

Thank you for being part of the ALMA community. Together, we are opening doors and transforming healthcare in Arizona.