Policies and Statements

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 9, 2024

Medical Students for Choice (MSFC) is committed to protecting the privacy of its donors, members, and website users. We are committed to ensuring that all personal information we collect is handled with the utmost care, transparency, and security.

This Privacy Policy describes our practices regarding the collection, transfer, use, and protection of the personal information you submit or we obtain in connection with your use of this website and its services. Please read this Policy carefully before using the site or submitting information to us. By accessing or visiting this site, you consent to the terms and conditions of this Policy and the use of your personal information for the purposes stated within.

Information We Collect

MSFC maintains records containing general information about our donors, supporters, and members. This information may include, but is not limited to:

Full names
Mailing addresses
Phone numbers
Email addresses

This information is collected voluntarily and is used solely for internal purposes, such as fundraising, relationship cultivation, and communication regarding our mission and activities.

Use of Information

Personal Data. The personal information we collect is stored securely in encrypted and password-protected servers. We use this information to:

Keep you informed about MSFC initiatives, events, and news related to reproductive health issues.
Send you important updates and special announcements.
Manage donations and maintain accurate records of our members and supporters.

The information we collect from you will never be sold, rented, or shared with third-parties. This does not include trusted third-parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential.

Credit Card Information. MSFC does not store credit card details on its servers. All credit card transactions are processed in compliance with PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) regulations and relevant federal requirements.

Data Security

MSFC implements robust security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These measures include:

Secure, password-protected internal servers where personal information is stored.
Encryption protocols for sensitive information such as payment details.
Regular auditing of internal systems to ensure the integrity of data security practices.

Additionally, all personal information provided through our website and its forms is encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology as it is transferred. This encryption ensures that any data you share with us during online submission, registrations, or donations is transmitted securely over the internet.

Despite these protections, please note that no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed as 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot ensure absolute security, and you provide personal information at your own risk.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses “cookies”. “Cookies” are small text files stored on your device that allow us to recognize your browser. This helps us to customize your experience, save your preferences for future visits, and allow you to access restricted areas. The information collected may include your device’s Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type, browser version, the pages of our site that you visit, the time and date of your visit, and the time spent on those pages. No personal data is attached to these non-identifiable statistics, and they are only used for analytical purposes to improve our website’s functionality.

Third-Party Web Sites

This website contains links to other third-party websites. Please note that when you click on one of these links, you are entering another website for which MSFC has no responsibility. MSFC encourages you to read the privacy statements on all such sites as their policies may be different from MSFC’s policies.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

MSFC reserves the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. If any significant changes affect how we use your personal information, we will seek your consent before implementing new uses.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access the personal information we have about you.
Request corrections to inaccurate or outdated information.
Request deletion of your data, subject to any legal obligations we may have to retain certain information.
Opt-out of receiving future communications from MSFC by contacting us at info@msfc.org or following the instructions in any email communications.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, please contact us at:

Medical Students for Choice
info@msfc.org
PO Box 20132 Philadelphia, PA 19145
(215) 625-0800

Diversity Statement

MSFC believes that training a diverse and culturally humble physician workforce is essential to providing the highest quality reproductive healthcare to diverse populations and integral to eliminating the disparities in health and healthcare.

Sexual Health Statement

MSFC recognizes that sexual health as defined by the WHO is a basic human right. Upholding this right is implicit in our approach to promoting comprehensive reproductive healthcare. We believe that all people should have access to health services that allow them to lead safe, healthy, sexual lives consistent with their own personal and cultural values.