BAMSC | BLACK APPAREL MAKERS SUPPORT CIRCLE – LOS ANGELES
PRIVACY POLIC
Black Apparel Makers Support Circle - Los Angeles (BAMSC)
Effective Date: September 16, 2026
Black Apparel Makers Support Circle – Los Angeles (“BAMSC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the privacy of individuals who visit our website, contact BAMSC, submit information, request assistance, participate in BAMSC programs, or otherwise interact with us. BAMSC is operated by Arrington Creative Holdings, LLC.
This Privacy Policy explains generally what information we may collect, why we collect it, how we may use it, and the choices available to individuals who interact with BAMSC.
1. Information We May Collect
Depending upon how you interact with BAMSC, we may collect information that you voluntarily
provide, including:
- name;
- email address;
- telephone number;
- city or general geographic area;
- business or organization name;
- professional role or occupation;
- website or social-media information;
- information submitted through contact or intake forms;
- information relating to requests for resources, guidance, referrals, or assistance;
- information voluntarily submitted for possible inclusion in BAMSC resources or directories;
- communications sent to BAMSC; and
- other information you choose to provide.
You are not required to provide personal information simply to browse publicly available portions
of the BAMSC website.
2. Intake and Assistance Information
Information collected by BAMSC may be used to:
- respond to inquiries;
- provide requested information or assistance;
- identify potentially useful resources;
- facilitate referrals or introductions;
- administer BAMSC programs and activities;
- communicate about BAMSC programs, meetings, resources, events, or developments;
- maintain and improve the BAMSC website;
- develop The Black Fashion Ecosystem resources;
- administer directory or resource submissions;
- understand the needs of the communities BAMSC serves;
- maintain appropriate operational records;
- protect BAMSC, its website, and its users from misuse or security threats; and
- comply with applicable legal obligations.
3. How We May Use Information
Information collected by BAMSC may be used to:
- respond to inquiries;
- provide requested information or assistance;
- identify potentially useful resources;
- facilitate referrals or introductions;
- administer BAMSC programs and activities;
- communicate about BAMSC programs, meetings, resources, events, or developments;
- maintain and improve the BAMSC website;
- develop The Black Fashion Ecosystem resources;
- administer directory or resource submissions;
- understand the needs of the communities BAMSC serves;
- maintain appropriate operational records;
- protect BAMSC, its website, and its users from misuse or security threats; and
- comply with applicable legal obligations.
4. Resource and Directory Submissions
Businesses, professionals, organizations, and other entities may provide information for consideration for inclusion in BAMSC’s Black Fashion Ecosystem resources or other directories. Information intended for public listing – such as a business name, professional name, business description, website, social-media account, business telephone number, or business contact information – may be publicly displayed when submitted or approved for that purpose. BAMSC will not intentionally publish information that was clearly submitted as private intake information rather than public directory information.
5. Website and Technical Information
Like many websites, the BAMSC website or services supporting it may automatically collect limited technical information, such as:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address;
- browser type;
- device type;
- operating system;
- referring website;
- pages viewed;
- approximate geographic information derived from technical data;
- dates and times of visits; and
- other standard website usage information.
This information may be used for website operation, security, analytics, troubleshooting, and understanding how visitors use BAMSC resources.
6. Cookies and Analytics
The BAMSC website may use cookies and similar technologies necessary for website functionality, analytics, security, or user experience. Third-party website platforms, analytics providers, embedded media, social-media services, or other technology providers may also use cookies or similar technologies according to their own privacy policies. Where legally required, visitors will be provided appropriate choices concerning non-essential cookies or similar tracking technologies.
7. Sharing of Information
BAMSC does not sell personal information for monetary compensation. BAMSC may disclose information when reasonably necessary:
- to service providers assisting with website hosting, email, forms, analytics, communications,
data storage, or other operational functions; - when an individual specifically requests or authorizes a referral or introduction;
- to protect BAMSC, its users, or others;
- to investigate suspected fraud, misuse, security problems, or unlawful activity;
- to comply with applicable law, regulation, subpoena, court order, or other lawful process; or
- in connection with a legitimate organizational restructuring or transfer of operations, subject
to applicable law.
Service providers may have access to information only as necessary to perform services on BAMSC’s behalf and may be subject to their own contractual and legal obligations.
8. Third-Party Websites
The BAMSC website may link to external websites and services. Once you leave the BAMSC website, the privacy practices of the third-party website or service apply. BAMSC is not responsible for the privacy, security, or data practices of third-party websites.
9. Data Security
BAMSC takes reasonable administrative and technical measures appropriate to its operations to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, alteration, or disclosure. However, no website, email system, database, or Internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Users should therefore exercise reasonable care when transmitting sensitive information electronically
10. Data Retention
BAMSC may retain personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, maintain appropriate organizational records, provide continuing assistance, resolve disputes, meet legal or accounting requirements, or protect legitimate organizational interests. Information that is no longer reasonably necessary may be deleted, anonymized, or securely archived when appropriate.
11. Your Privacy Choices
Individuals may contact BAMSC to:
- ask what personal information they have voluntarily provided to BAMSC;
- request correction of inaccurate information;
- request deletion of certain personal information, where appropriate;
- update contact information;
- withdraw from non-essential communications; or
- ask questions about BAMSC’s privacy practices.
Certain information may need to be retained when required by law or reasonably necessary for legitimate recordkeeping, security, dispute resolution, or other lawful purposes.
12. California Privacy Rights
California residents may have additional privacy rights under applicable California law. Depending upon the law applicable to BAMSC and the nature and scale of its operations, these rights may include rights concerning access to, correction of, or deletion of certain personal information and information regarding how personal information is collected, used, or disclosed. BAMSC will evaluate verified privacy requests in accordance with laws applicable to its operations. Submitting a privacy request will not result in discriminatory treatment.
13. Do Not Track and Global Privacy Control
Web browsers and privacy tools may transmit “Do Not Track” or Global Privacy Control signals. Because technologies and legal requirements concerning these signals continue to evolve, BAMSC will endeavor to honor legally required browser-based privacy signals where applicable to its website and data practices. BAMSC does not use a user’s decision to exercise a legally recognized privacy choice as a basis for discriminatory treatment.
14. Children's Privacy
BAMSC’s website and online services are not directed toward children under 13, and BAMSC does not knowingly seek to collect personal information online from children under 13. If BAMSC learns that personal information from a child under 13 has been collected without appropriate authorization, reasonable steps will be taken to delete it. Parents or guardians who believe a child has provided personal information to BAMSC may contact us.
15. Email Communications
Individuals who voluntarily provide an email address may receive communications relating to an inquiry, resource request, program, meeting, event, newsletter, or other BAMSC activity. Recipients of promotional or newsletter communications may request to unsubscribe from such communications. Operational communications relating to an active request, transaction, referral, or other direct interaction may still be sent when necessary.
16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
BAMSC may update this Privacy Policy as its website, technology, programs, and operations develop. Material revisions will be reflected by updating the effective date appearing at the beginning of this policy. Visitors are encouraged to review this page periodically.
17. Contact BAMSC
Questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or BAMSC’s handling of personal information may be directed to:
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