Privacy policy

Privacy Policy

⭐ PRIVACY POLICY
Hawai‘i Kupuna Council – Official Website
Effective Date: December 9, 2025
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The Hawai‘i Kupuna Council (“we,” “our,” or “the Council”) is committed to protecting the dignity, privacy, and cultural integrity of all visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, safeguarded, and shared when you visit or interact with our site.

This Policy reflects our cultural values of aloha, malama i ke kanaka, pono, and our commitment to humanitarian respect under Hawaiian Kingdom continuity.

By using this website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
We may collect the following types of information:

A. Information You Voluntarily Provide
This includes:

Contact forms
Submissions to the Council
Requests for assistance
Email communications
Messages sent to HKHT or OHS through this site
B. Automatically Collected Information
Our website may collect basic technical data such as:

IP address
Browser type
Pages visited
Time spent on the site
General traffic statistics
This information is used solely to understand how the site is used and to improve user experience.

C. Sensitive Information
We do not request or require:

Social Security numbers
Government-issued identification
Financial account information
Personal medical data
Please do not submit highly sensitive personal information through the website.

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2. HOW WE USE INFORMATION
The Hawai‘i Kupuna Council uses information for:

Responding to inquiries
Cultural or humanitarian review
Internal documentation
Improving website functionality
Scheduling communications
Providing updates and information related to the Council’s work
We do not use your information for:

Commercial activity
Advertising networks
Sale of data
Automated profiling
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3. HOW INFORMATION IS STORED & PROTECTED
We honor cultural and humanitarian confidentiality.

We protect information by:

Using secure systems and storage practices
Limiting internal access to authorized Kupuna Council or OHS personnel
Not sharing information beyond those responsible for cultural or humanitarian review
While no system is entirely immune from breaches, we strive to maintain appropriate safeguards rooted in both modern protocols and Hawaiian values of malama (care and protection).

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4. SHARING OF INFORMATION
The Hawai‘i Kupuna Council does NOT:

Sell information
Share information with advertisers
Share personal information with unrelated entities
Information may be shared ONLY with:

Authorized Kupuna
HKHT or OHS representatives involved in humanitarian review
Individuals specifically designated by you
In rare cases, when required for cultural or humanitarian documentation within our internal processes
We will never share information with outside bodies unless explicitly initiated by the user (e.g., submitting materials to an external humanitarian office at the user’s request).

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5. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGY
Our website may use basic, non-invasive cookies for:

Site performance
Basic analytics
User experience improvement
We do not use:

Third-party tracking cookies
Advertising cookies
Behavioral profiling tools
Users may disable cookies in their browser settings without losing access to the site.

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6. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
This site is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

If a minor submits information, a parent or guardian may request removal by contacting us.

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7. LINKS TO EXTERNAL WEBSITES
Our website may include links to:

Cultural resources
Historical information
Humanitarian or Indigenous rights organizations
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites.

Users visiting external links do so at their own discretion.

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8. YOUR RIGHTS
You may request at any time:

Access to your submitted information
Correction of inaccurate information
Removal of your contact information
Clarification regarding how your information is used
To request anything above, please contact us using the information below.

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9. DO NOT SUBMIT SENSITIVE OR LEGALLY RESTRICTED MATERIAL
Because this website is for cultural and humanitarian purposes, visitors must NOT submit:

Court documents
Legal filings
Confidential criminal records
Protected health information
Sensitive identifiers
Any such material should be handled through proper channels outside of the website.

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10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:

Improved cultural practices
Updated privacy standards
Organizational development
Technical changes
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

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11. CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to make a privacy request, you may contact:

Hawai‘i Kupuna Council
c/o Hawai‘i Kupuna Humanitarian Tribunal
P.O. Box 2068
Kea‘au, Hawai‘i 96749

[email protected] 

Privacy Policy **Introduction** Welcome to the Hawaii Kupuna Council's website. Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect and how we use, disclose, and protect that information to support our elder humanitarian activities. **Information We Collect** We collect information from you when you visit our website or participate in our programs. This may include your name, contact details, demographic information, and any other data you provide voluntarily. We may also gather technical data such as your IP address, browser type, and usage patterns to improve our online experience. **Use of Information** The personal information we collect is used to communicate with you, provide services, and enhance our programs. We may use your data to send newsletters, respond to inquiries, or inform you about events and updates. We are committed to using your information in a manner consistent with this policy and in accordance with applicable laws. **Data Protection** We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We also limit access to your data to individuals who require it to fulfill their job duties. Our commitment to safeguarding your information extends to ensuring the privacy of our online interactions. **Third-Party Disclosure** We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties without your consent, except when required by law or necessary to provide our services. Third-party service providers working on our behalf are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your data and use it only for the specific purpose we have authorized. **Your Consent** By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not use our website. This policy is subject to change, and we recommend you review it periodically for any updates. **Contact Us** If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy or the practices of the Hawaii Kupuna Council, please contact us. We are dedicated to addressing your concerns and ensuring your trust in our online environment.