You are allowed to gather data from web based resources as long as you “ask permission or look for the Creative Commons license if you are going to use someone else's words or images”. (Social Media Guidelines-Ethical, Safe and Effective Practical Standards , 2012). The data you collect can be used to gather supporters, volunteers and fundraising activities that is in align with the company’s policies and mission statement. According to AFP, your organization’s current policies apply the same way that they apply to other activities that may be engaged in on behalf of the organization”. (Social Media Guidelines-Ethical, Safe and Effective Practical Standards , 2012). As stated on Social Media Guideline-Ethical Safe and Effective Practical Standards, “By participating in Organization and Affiliate Organization social media (forums, discussions, blogs, etc.), public users agree they will not do the following: Post materials that could be threatening or illegal towards individuals or entity Post phone numbers or emails of individuals, entities or themselves Post improper materials such as images, logos, videos, content, documents, etc Post commercial product or solicit business Post chain letters or …show more content…
Everyone on Social Media is subject to digital surveillance. “The combination of law and technology decides our surveillance”. (Brown, Online Privacy: How Did We Get Here? | Off Book | PBS Digital [Video], 2013). “Technology changes a lot faster than most legislation”. (Brown, Online Privacy: How Did We Get Here? | Off Book | PBS Digital [Video], 2013). It is extremely important that when posting on tweeting on Social Media that you apply what is in alignment with your company policy. If people ask about their privacy, you can tell them “Social Media sites allow users to set privacy settings so that only family and friends can view posts”. (Social Media Guidelines-Ethical, Safe and Effective Practical Standards ,