Privacy policy

Effective Date: 05/21/2024

Worldwide Farmers Exchange (WFE) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of our applicants, participants, and partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you use our website and services, including online applications and email sign-ups.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, address, phone number, email address, and other contact details.
• ID Information: Passport numbers, national identification numbers, and other forms of identification.
• Medical Information: Health history, medical conditions, and other health-related information.
• Professional Information: Resume, employment history, education background, and references.
• Visual Information: Photographs and videos.
• Communication Information: Email address for news updates and correspondence.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Evaluate eligibility for our programs.
• Process applications for J-1 visas.
• Communicate with applicants and participants.
• Provide updates and information about our programs.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Government Agencies: For visa processing and compliance with legal requirements.
• Program Partners: Agricultural and wine companies hosting participants.
• Service Providers: Organizations that assist with our operations, such as IT services and email communications.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of WFE and others.

International Data Transfers

Given the global nature of our programs, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during these transfers.

Data Security

We implement various security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, access controls, and secure servers. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information, subject to legal requirements.
• Objection: Object to our processing of your information under certain circumstances.
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your information to another organization.
• Consent Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where we rely on it for processing your information.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@worldwidefarmers.org.

California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have the following additional rights under the CCPA:

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of your personal information. (Note: WFE does not sell personal information.)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your CCPA rights.

To exercise your CCPA rights, please contact us at  info@worldwidefarmers.org.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the effective date.

Contact Us

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

Worldwide Farmers Exchange (WFE)
Address: 550 Park St., Suite 101, Alameda, California, United States 94501
Email: info@worldwidefarmers.org
Phone: 1-510-558-9933