The Brain Injury Association of New York State (BIANYS) values your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you choose to share with us.
Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Contact us through our website
- Register for events, trainings, or educational programs
- Subscribe to our newsletters or mailing lists
- Make a donation
- Complete forms or surveys
- Create an account through our Learning Management System (LMS)
This information may include your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, organization, and other details necessary to provide services and communications.
We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our website, including your IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data through analytics tools.
How We Use Your Information
BIANYS uses collected information to:
- Respond to inquiries and requests
- Provide programs, services, and educational opportunities
- Process event registrations and donations
- Send newsletters, updates, and other communications you have requested
- Improve our website, programs, and services
- Maintain website security and functionality
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Information Sharing
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, managing registrations, or delivering communications. These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.
We may also disclose information when required by law or when necessary to protect the rights, safety, and security of BIANYS, our users, or others.
Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and help us understand how visitors use our site. Cookies allow us to recognize returning visitors, analyze website traffic, and enhance site functionality.
You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms, or third-party services. BIANYS is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any websites they visit.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to safeguard personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Your Choices
You may opt out of receiving promotional emails from BIANYS at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.
You may also request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we maintain about you, subject to applicable legal requirements.
Changes to This Policy
BIANYS may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is used, please contact:
Brain Injury Association of New York State (BIANYS)
5 Pine West Plaza, Suite 506
Albany, NY 12205
Phone: 518-459-7911
Email: