How We Protect Your Data

SMART Local 16 (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you in the following ways:

• Contact Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
• Membership Information: including union membership status, employer, and local number.
• Website and Form Submissions: information you provide when submitting online forms, signing up for updates, or requesting information.
• SMS Consent Information: when you choose to receive SMS text messages from us, we collect and store your mobile number and consent preferences.

How We Use Personal Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Communicate with members and individuals about union news, updates, and events.
• Send you information you have requested or consented to receive.
• Manage membership records and administrative processes.
• Improve our website, services, and communications.

Who We Share Information With

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share limited information only when necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations or valid government requests.
• Work with trusted service providers who assist with website hosting, communication systems, or data management, provided they agree to maintain the confidentiality and security of your information.

SMS Privacy

• We respect your privacy regarding SMS communications.
• SMS consent is not shared with third parties.
• Your consent to receive text messages is used exclusively for communication from SMART Local 16 and related union activities.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

SMS Terms of Service

By opting into SMS from a web form or other medium, you agree to receive text messages from the Northwest Regional Council of SMART. These messages may include updates, news, event notifications, and other communications related to SMART Local 16 activities.

• Message Frequency: Varies.
• Message and Data Rates: May apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.
• Opt Out: Reply STOP to any message to unsubscribe at any time.
• Help: Message HELP for assistance.

Your SMS consent is used solely for communication from SMART Local 16. SMS consent is not shared with third parties.

You can opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message or contacting us directly.
You may also request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at info@smw16.org.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Northwest Regional Council of SMART | SMART Local 16
Address: 2379 NE 178th Ave, Portland, OR 97230
Phone: (503) 254-0123
Email: info@smw16.org