Privacy Policy 

Youth Filmmakers Initiative (YFI) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our website visitors, program participants, families, and supporters. We may collect personal information such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, mailing addresses, and information submitted through forms, as well as non-personal data like browser type, IP address, and website usage. This information is used for general informational and educational purposes, including communicating about programs, processing applications, responding to inquiries, improving our services, and maintaining organizational records.

Because YFI works with young people, we take additional care to protect youth privacy. Participation in our programs is voluntary, and we collect personal information from minors only with parent or guardian consent. Any films or creative projects produced by participants reflect the views of the individual creators and do not necessarily represent YFI. We do not share or publicly disclose identifiable information about youth participants without appropriate permission.

YFI does not sell, trade, or rent personal information. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist in operating our website or programs, when required by law, or when necessary to protect the safety and rights of participants, staff, or the public. Information related to donations is used to process and acknowledge contributions; however, any guidance regarding tax benefits is general in nature and should not be considered legal or financial advice. Donors are encouraged to consult a qualified professional regarding their specific circumstances.

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and collect basic usage data. While we take reasonable steps to protect personal information, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Our website may also contain links to third-party sites, and YFI is not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

While we strive to keep information accurate and up to date, YFI makes no guarantees regarding completeness or reliability. Use of the website and participation in programs is voluntary, and users assume responsibility for their interactions. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time, and any changes will be posted with a revised effective date. By using this website or participating in YFI programs, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.