Effective Date: January 2026
Southern Soul Thursdays ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you visit www.southernsoulthursdays.com (the "Website"), register for events, watch our live episodes, or communicate with us through any digital channel.
By using the Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website and its services.
1. CHILDREN UNDER 13
Southern Soul Thursdays does not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13. Our content and community are intended for adults. If you believe data has been collected from a child under 13, contact us immediately at info@southernsoulpodcast.com so we can delete it.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
A. Information You Provide
We collect information when you:
- Register for a live episode or event
- Subscribe to our newsletter or email list
- Submit a speaker application or guest intake form
- Purchase a product, course, or digital resource from our store
- Contact us with a question or request
- Participate in a survey, poll, or community discussion
We may collect your name, email address, phone number, billing information (processed securely through third-party providers), and optional demographic or preference data.
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you browse the Website, our systems automatically collect IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time on site, referring URLs, and general location data. This helps us improve your experience and understand our audience.
3. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to personalize your experience, improve performance, measure engagement, and support advertising or retargeting campaigns. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.
We may use tools such as Google Analytics and Meta Pixel in accordance with industry standards.
4. EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS
If you subscribe to our list, you may receive community announcements, event invitations, new episode notices, speaker spotlights, and resources or offers. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email footer or by contacting info@southernsoulpodcast.com.
We do not sell or rent email addresses.
5. TEXT (SMS) COMMUNICATIONS
Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All SMS consent data is used solely for communication related to Southern Soul Thursdays events and community updates. If you opt in to receive text messages, you may receive show reminders, event alerts, or speaker announcements. Message frequency varies. Standard rates may apply.
Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time.
6. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your information to:
- Deliver live episodes, events, and digital content
- Manage registrations and purchases
- Improve Website experience and performance
- Respond to questions and support requests
- Send updates, episode notices, and relevant community content
- Comply with legal obligations
Advertising or retargeting is only conducted with your consent under applicable laws.
7. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
We may share information with trusted service providers (analytics, payments, email delivery, website hosting), legal or professional advisors when necessary, and successors in the event of restructuring. We do not sell personal information. Information may be disclosed if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
8. DATA SECURITY
We use commercially reasonable measures to protect your data, including SSL encryption, secure third-party payment and hosting providers, and limited access to data by authorized personnel. No method of online transmission is 100% secure.
9. SPEAKER & GUEST CONTENT
Any information shared in discovery sessions, speaker applications, or correspondence is treated as confidential and used only to support your participation in our programming. We do not share personal reflections or session content without explicit consent, except where required by law.
10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage visitors to review it periodically.
11. INTERNATIONAL VISITORS (GDPR)
If you reside in the EU, UK, or Canada, you may request access, correction, or deletion of your data, restriction or objection to processing, data portability, or withdrawal of consent. Email info@southernsoulpodcast.com with the subject "Data Request." We will respond within 30 days.
12. CONTACT US
Southern Soul Thursdays Host & Producer: Calvin Baldwin Email: info@southernsoulpodcast.com Website: www.southernsoulthursdays.com
A Note From Calvin: Your trust matters. Every registration, message, and interaction is handled with care. Soul Thursday exists to create a space rooted in honesty, growth, and real community — and that starts with how we treat your information.
PRIVACY POLICY — MELANINATED: Adulting, Parenting & Networking
Effective Date: January 2026
MELANINATED ("we," "our," or "us") is a community for women of color navigating adulting, parenting, careers, and life. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you interact with our Meetup group, events, or any associated digital channels.
By participating in our community, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. CHILDREN UNDER 13
MELANINATED does not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13. Our community is intended for adults ages 25–55. If you believe data has been collected from a child under 13, contact us immediately so we can delete it.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
A. Information You Provide
We collect information when you:
- Join our Meetup group or RSVP to an event
- Subscribe to our email list or newsletter
- Register for a community event or outing
- Contact us with a question or request
- Participate in group discussions or surveys
We may collect your name, email address, phone number, and optional demographic or preference data.
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you interact with our digital channels, we may automatically collect device information, pages visited, and general location data to improve your experience.
3. EMAIL & TEXT COMMUNICATIONS
If you opt in to receive communications, you may receive event invitations, community announcements, and group updates. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All SMS consent data is used solely for MELANINATED community communications. Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time.
We do not sell or rent contact information.
4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your information to:
- Organize and manage community events and outings
- Send event reminders and community updates
- Respond to questions and support requests
- Improve the community experience
- Comply with legal obligations
5. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
We may share information with trusted service providers (event platforms, email delivery, payment processing) and legal advisors when necessary. We do not sell personal information.
6. COMMUNITY SAFETY
MELANINATED is a safe space. Any personal information shared within the community — in discussions, events, or private messages — is treated with respect and confidentiality. We do not share member information outside the community without consent, except where required by law.
7. THIRD-PARTY PLATFORMS
Our community operates in part through Meetup.com. Your use of Meetup is also governed by Meetup's own Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. We encourage you to review those policies at meetup.com.
8. DATA SECURITY
We use commercially reasonable measures to protect your data. No method of online transmission is 100% secure.
9. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updated versions will be posted with a revised effective date.
10. INTERNATIONAL VISITORS (GDPR)
If you reside in the EU, UK, or Canada, you may request access, correction, deletion, or portability of your data. Contact us with the subject "Data Request" and we will respond within 30 days.
11. CONTACT US
MELANINATED Community Part of the Soul Thursday / Koya Community network Email: calvin@southernsoulpodcast.com
Effective Date: June 2026
Soul Thursday ATL ("we," "our," or "us") is a community for creators, coaches, educators, and storytellers learning to build their voice and community online. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you interact with our Meetup group, events, or any associated digital channels.
By participating in our community, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. CHILDREN UNDER 13
Soul Thursday ATL does not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13. Our community is intended for adults. If you believe data has been collected from a child under 13, contact us immediately so we can delete it.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
A. Information You Provide
We collect information when you:
- Join our Meetup group or RSVP to an event
- Register for a workshop, coaching session, or live episode
- Subscribe to our email list or newsletter
- Submit a speaker or guest application
- Purchase a product or digital resource
- Contact us with a question or request
We may collect your name, email address, phone number, billing information (processed securely through third-party providers), and optional demographic or preference data.
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you interact with our digital channels, we may automatically collect device information, pages visited, and general location data to improve your experience.
3. EMAIL & TEXT COMMUNICATIONS
If you opt in to receive communications, you may receive event invitations, workshop announcements, episode notices, and community updates. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Mobile information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. All SMS consent data is used solely for Soul Thursday ATL community communications. Reply STOP to unsubscribe at any time.
We do not sell or rent contact information.
4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use your information to:
- Organize and manage community events and workshops
- Deliver live episodes, coaching sessions, and digital content
- Send event reminders and community updates
- Respond to questions and support requests
- Improve the community experience
- Comply with legal obligations
5. DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
We may share information with trusted service providers (event platforms, email delivery, payment processing) and legal advisors when necessary. We do not sell personal information.
6. SPEAKER & PARTICIPANT CONTENT
Any information shared in workshops, coaching sessions, speaker applications, or correspondence is treated as confidential and used only to support your participation in our programming. We do not share personal reflections or session content without explicit consent, except where required by law.
7. THIRD-PARTY PLATFORMS
Our community operates in part through Meetup.com and Zoom. Your use of these platforms is also governed by their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review those policies.
8. DATA SECURITY
We use commercially reasonable measures to protect your data, including SSL encryption and secure third-party providers. No method of online transmission is 100% secure.
9. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updated versions will be posted with a revised effective date.
10. INTERNATIONAL VISITORS (GDPR)
If you reside in the EU, UK, or Canada, you may request access, correction, deletion, or portability of your data. Contact us with the subject "Data Request" and we will respond within 30 days.
11. CONTACT US
Soul Thursday ATL Part of the Soul Thursday / Koya Community network Host & Producer: Calvin Baldwin Email: info@southernsoulpodcast.com Website: www.southernsoulthursdays.com
A Note From Calvin: This community exists because people trusted me with their time, their stories, and their presence. That trust extends to how I handle your information — with care, with intention, and with respect.
Privacy Policy — MELANINATED
Privacy Policy — MELANINATED
Effective Date: June 2026
Adulting, Parenting & Networking
MELANINATED is a community for women of color navigating adulting, parenting, careers, and life. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you interact with our Meetup group, events, or any associated digital channels.
1. Children Under 13
MELANINATED does not knowingly collect personal information from children under age 13. Our community is intended for adults ages 25–55.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information when you join our Meetup group, RSVP to events, subscribe to our newsletter, register for community events, or contact us. We may collect your name, email address, phone number, and optional demographic data.
3. Email & Text Communications
If you opt in, you may receive event invitations, community announcements, and group updates. Mobile information will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes. Reply STOP to unsubscribe from SMS at any time. We do not sell or rent contact information.
4. How We Use Your Information
- Organize and manage community events and outings
- Send event reminders and community updates
- Respond to questions and support requests
- Improve the community experience
- Comply with legal obligations
5. Disclosure of Information
We may share information with trusted service providers and legal advisors when necessary. We do not sell personal information.
6. Community Safety
MELANINATED is a safe space. Any personal information shared within the community is treated with respect and confidentiality. We do not share member information outside the community without consent, except where required by law.
7. Third-Party Platforms
Our community operates in part through Meetup.com. Your use of Meetup is also governed by Meetup's own Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
8. Data Security
We use commercially reasonable measures to protect your data. No method of online transmission is 100% secure.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updated versions will be posted with a revised effective date.
10. International Visitors (GDPR)
If you reside in the EU, UK, or Canada, you may request access, correction, deletion, or portability of your data. Contact us with the subject 'Data Request' and we will respond within 30 days.
11. Contact Us
MELANINATED Community
Part of the Soul Thursday / Koya Community network
Email: info@southernsoulpodcast.com