ABOUT US
OUR HISTORY
Southeast Community Services was organized in 1972 through Mayor Richard Lugar's office as a consortium of area agencies and neighborhood groups to deliver needed services to the near southeast side of Indianapolis. Originally known as the Southeast Multi-Service Center, the organization shortened its name to Southeast Community Services in 2000.
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Since our founding 50 years ago, we have been committed to addressing the diverse needs of residents, from youths to seniors. Our goal is to help residents lead dignified, fulfilling, and self-sufficient lives through the promotion of financial stability.
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OUR APPROACH
At Southeast Community Services we believe that everyone is "naturally creative, resourceful, and whole" and that belief shapes the way we interact with our neighbors. As a Center for Working Families, Southeast Community Services provides bundled services to help support our neighbors in multiple areas while they work to make a change in their lives. Our services help our neighbors break away from living paycheck to paycheck by connecting them to the resources they need to change their lives. We use the co-active coaching model to help our neighbors understand the opportunities available to them and make informed decisions about ways they can manage their finances, advance employment options, and participate in educational classes and trainings.
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OUR VALUES
Promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion is core to our business. Equality is about creating a culture where everyone can participate and have the opportunity to fulfill their potential, removing or reducing unfair discrimination and breaking down barriers for people in particular groups.
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Diversity is about including everyone, having a better understanding of the diverse needs of our community and valuing differences in individuals by allowing people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and views to use their unique blend of skills and character to improve the quality and performance of the agency.
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In accordance with the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion, no applicant , employee, or constituent will receive less favorable treatment on the grounds of:
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Race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origins
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Sex, marital status, civil partnership, sexual orientation, or gender identity
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Age
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Disability
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Religion or belief
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Membership or non-membership of a trade union
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Employment status (ie: permanent, temporary, fixed term, full or part time, long term unemployment)
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Pregnancy, maternity, or paternity
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Our Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 29, 2024
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, text with us, or donate. This policy applies to all information received by Southeast Community Services, both online and offline, on any Platform ('Platform, includes the Southeast Community Services' website and social media channels), as well as any electronic, text, written, or oral communications.
2. Information We Collect
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Website Usage: We collect information about your interactions with our website, including your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
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Text Messaging: If you choose to text with us, we collect your phone number and any messages you send.
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Donation Information: If you make a donation, we collect your name, address, email address, and payment information.
3. How We Use Your Information
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Website Improvement: We use website usage data to improve our website's design and functionality.
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Text Communication: We use your phone number and messages to respond to your inquiries and provide information.
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Donation Processing: We use your donation information to process your donation and issue a receipt.
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Compliance: We may use your information to comply with legal requirements or to protect our rights.
4. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
5. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information with third-party service providers who help us with website operations, text messaging, or donation processing. We require these third parties to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
6. Your Choices
You have the following choices regarding your personal information:
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Opt-Out of Text Messaging: You can opt out of receiving text messages by replying "STOP" to any message from us.
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Update or Delete Your Information: You can request to update or delete your personal information by contacting us at secsindy@gmail.com
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Cookies and Tracking: You can manage cookies and tracking technologies through your browser settings.
7. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: secsindy@gmail.com
9. Changes 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 revised policy on our website.
By using our website, texting with us, or making a donation, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
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