What we collect

We ask for your name, email, and city/state (or mailing address) along with your survey responses. Providing contact information is optional but helps us follow up for clarification if needed.

Why we collect it

We use your information to:

• Provide aggregate statistics to legislators showing the geographic reach and diversity of public input in support of expanding low-cost spay/neuter access.
• Identify real-world barriers that slow or block lifesaving transfers.
• Surface what’s working so it can be replicated across California.
• Propose simple, effective, transparent policies that raise save rates while removing unnecessary obstacles for responsible rescues.
• Deter harm from irresponsible actors without penalizing the many groups doing the right thing.

How we use and share data

• We report only aggregated, de-identified findings (e.g., counts by region or organization type).
• Your personal details (name, email, address) will not be shared, sold, or used for any other purpose.
• We do not share individual responses with shelters, agencies, or third parties without your explicit permission.

Data security & retention

• Responses are stored in secure systems with access limited to authorized Rescues for Change coalition organizers.
• We retain identifiable information only as long as needed to validate and compile aggregate results, then remove identifiers where feasible.

Your choices

• You may skip any question or submit anonymously (leaving contact fields blank).
• You can request removal or correction of your data at any time by contacting us at [email protected].

Questions?

If you have privacy questions or wish to update/delete your information, email [email protected].

By submitting the survey, you acknowledge this Privacy & Data Use Statement. Thank you for lending your voice to this important effort.