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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Restorative and Mediation Practices (RAMP) ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares personal information when you visit our website (https://www.ramp-mn.org), submit a form, request services, register for events, or make a donation.


RAMP is committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal information in a transparent, responsible, and ethical manner consistent with our mission and applicable laws.

Information We Collect

Device Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and operating system
  • Time zone
  • Pages viewed and referring URLs
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve its functionality.

Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including when you:

  • Contact us through a website form or email
  • Request mediation or restorative justice services
  • Submit a referral or inquiry
  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates
  • Register for events, trainings, or meetings

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, organizational affiliation, and any other information you choose to share.

Donation Information

If you make a donation through our website, we collect information necessary to process your contribution, such as your name, billing address, email address, and payment details. Payment information is processed securely by third-party payment processors. RAMP does not store full credit card or banking information.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, operate, and improve our programs and services
  • Respond to inquiries, referrals, and service requests
  • Process donations and send acknowledgments or receipts
  • Communicate with you about programs, events, and organizational updates
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Comply with legal, regulatory, and reporting requirements

You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting us directly.

Sharing Your Information

RAMP does not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only in limited circumstances, including:

Service Providers

Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, donation processing, communications, analytics, or data management. These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.

Legal and Compliance Purposes

When required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of RAMP, our participants, or others.

Organizational Changes

If RAMP is involved in a merger, reorganization, or transfer of assets, personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request corrections to inaccurate or outdated information
  • Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including partner organizations, courts, funders, or service providers. This Privacy Policy does not apply to external sites. RAMP is not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

Website Communications and Confidentiality

Information submitted through this website, including contact forms, referral forms, or email communications, is not guaranteed to be confidential and does not create a mediator-client, attorney-client, or therapeutic relationship.

Please do not submit highly sensitive, confidential, or time-sensitive information through the website. Confidentiality protections apply only once services are formally established and appropriate agreements are in place.

Photographs and Media

RAMP may take photographs or videos during public events, trainings, or community activities, and may receive photographs from participants or partners. These images may be used on our website, social media, reports, or other communications.

Photos are generally taken in public or professional settings. If you appear in a photograph and prefer that it not be used or distributed, please contact us at director@ramp-mn.org with details about the image and where it appeared. We will make reasonable efforts to remove it from circulation.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance website functionality and understand how visitors interact with our site. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that such information has been collected, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

SMS Terms of Service

By opting into SMS communications through a web form or other method, you agree to receive text messages from Restorative and Mediation Practices (RAMP). These messages may include appointment scheduling and reminders, service-related updates, and program or event notifications.

Message frequency may vary. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message. For assistance, reply HELP or visit https://www.ramp-mn.org.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Restorative and Mediation Practices (RAMP)
Email: director@ramp-mn.org
Website: https://www.ramp-mn.org


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