DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIAL NETWORKING POLICY
Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Paso, recognizes that online social networking (Snapchat, Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, LinkedIn, Blogs, etc.) has become a very popular communications tool and that many of our Big Brothers/Sisters and Little Brothers/Sisters use these websites. In general, personal use of social networking sites is typically for communications between peers, including friends and family. Not all social networking sites are designed to support mentoring relationships.
To protect our children and their families, we expect Volunteers, Parent/Guardian, and Child to adhere to the following BBBS affiliate Digital Technology and Social Networking Policy, to ALL guidelines defined by social media sites, and to ALL state and federal laws. BBBS affiliate reserves the right to monitor the social networking activities of Volunteers, and to request that a Volunteer delete inappropriate information from a social media site. If a Volunteer is seen using social networking in an excessively inappropriate manner, his or her relationship with BBBS could be terminated
Child Safety and Appropriate Social Networking
Child safety is our #1 priority. Volunteers choosing to engage in social media are expected to maintain an appropriate presence on social media, even if they are not “connected” with their Little through social media sites. Volunteers serve as role models for a child and the community.
• Volunteer should ensure that posts, tweets, photos and comments are appropriate and kid-friendly.
Confidentiality and Privacy
BBBS affiliate requires its Volunteers to respect the confidentiality and privacy of the children and families of Big Brothers Big Sisters in every respect, including social networking. This applies even if the Volunteer is not “connected” with their Little through social media sites. Volunteers must follow these requirements regarding confidentiality on their own and others’ social media sites.
• Written parental permission is required to post, share or tweet photos or videos of their Little. If parent consent is not given the Volunteer is prohibited from posting, sharing and/or tweeting any photos and/or videos of their Little.
• Volunteers should never post, share, tweet or tag their Little’s full name, location, city, address, school or other personal information such as where his/her parent/guardian works.
• Volunteers should not use geo-positioning applications when they are with their Little.
“Connecting” with Littles Through Social Networking
Volunteers may not initiate or accept an invitation to “connect” or “follow” his/her Little or member of the Little’s family on any social media site without written parental permission.
PRIVACY POLICY
No mobile information will be shared or sold with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the stated categories in this privacy policy exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties. End users can opt out of receiving further messages by replying STOP or ask for more information by replying HELP. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.
Messaging Terms & Conditions
By opting in, you consent to receive SMS messages from Big Brothers Big Sisters of El Paso. Depending on your selection, you may receive messages related to: – General Communication: General inquiry responses and communication regarding our services, such as appointment reminders/event notifications.
Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary.
Message and Data Rates
Standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your mobile carrier plan.
Opting Out
You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying with “STOP” to any SMS message you receive from us. After you send “STOP,” you will receive a confirmation message, and no further SMS messages will be sent to your number.
Help and Support
For assistance with our SMS service: Reply with “HELP” to any SMS message or contact 915-544-4203 or rreynolds@bbbsofep.org.