Last Updated: 09/15/25
Women in Higher Education in Tennessee (WHET) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our programs, services, and membership opportunities.
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information: Such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, job title, and institution when you register for events, become a member, or subscribe to our communications.
Payment Information: If you make a donation, pay membership dues, or register for an event, we may collect billing details to process transactions securely.
Technical Information: Such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and usage data when you interact with our website.
Voluntary Information: Any details you choose to provide through forms, surveys, or direct communication.
WHET uses collected information to:
Provide membership services, event registration, and program updates
Process donations, payments, and membership dues
Send newsletters, announcements, and opportunities aligned with our mission
Improve our website, programs, and member experience
Comply with applicable laws and regulations
We respect your privacy. WHET does not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only:
With trusted service providers who help us operate our website, process payments, or manage communications (under strict confidentiality agreements)
If required by law, regulation, or legal process
To protect the safety and security of WHET, our members, and our community
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze usage, and improve performance. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the site may not function properly.
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
You may:
Opt out of receiving communications by following “unsubscribe” links in emails
Update or correct your personal information by contacting us
Request deletion of your data, subject to applicable legal and contractual obligations
WHET’s website and services are not directed toward children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
Our website may contain links to other websites. WHET is not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.
WHET may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted to this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at whettn@gmail.com.
Every connection, every conversation, and every event strengthens our ability to empower women across the state. Whether you’re seeking mentorship, community, or leadership growth, there’s a place for you at WHET.
