Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how we handle your data.
Effective Date: April 20, 2025
Effective Date: April 20, 2025
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how Global Feminist Alliance (“we,” “us,” “our”), an unincorporated voluntary association, collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information you provide through the website globalfeministalliance.com (the “Website”).
We are committed to transparency, user rights, and the responsible handling of personal data. This Policy is designed to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection frameworks, to the extent they apply to our activities.
By using the Website or submitting any form, you acknowledge this Policy and consent to the data practices described herein.
We are committed to transparency, user rights, and the responsible handling of personal data. This Policy is designed to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection frameworks, to the extent they apply to our activities.
By using the Website or submitting any form, you acknowledge this Policy and consent to the data practices described herein.
2. Who We Are (Data Controller)
For the purposes of applicable data protection law, the data controller is Global Feminist Alliance, an unincorporated voluntary association operating the Website.
We are not yet a registered legal entity but we take our obligations as a data controller seriously.
Contact: contact@globalfeministalliance.com
Website: globalfeministalliance.com
We are not yet a registered legal entity but we take our obligations as a data controller seriously.
Contact: contact@globalfeministalliance.com
Website: globalfeministalliance.com
3. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect only the minimum personal data necessary for our current operational purposes. The categories of data collected through our web forms include:
– Full name;
– Email address;
– Country of residence (if provided);
– Name of organization and website (for organizational submissions only);
– Any additional information you voluntarily include in open text fields (contact messages, etc.).
We do not collect sensitive personal data (special categories under GDPR) such as political opinions, religious beliefs, health data, or biometric data. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under the age of 16 without appropriate consent.
– Full name;
– Email address;
– Country of residence (if provided);
– Name of organization and website (for organizational submissions only);
– Any additional information you voluntarily include in open text fields (contact messages, etc.).
We do not collect sensitive personal data (special categories under GDPR) such as political opinions, religious beliefs, health data, or biometric data. We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under the age of 16 without appropriate consent.
4. How We Collect Your Data
We collect personal data only through the following means:
– Voluntary submission of web forms on our Website (individual registration, individual contact, and organizational submission pages);
– Email correspondence you initiate with us.
We do not use cookies for tracking purposes, behavioral advertising, or cross-site data collection. Any technical cookies used are strictly functional (e.g., form processing) and do not require consent under applicable law. We use analytics services (Google Analytics) for statistical purposes and internal reference only.
– Voluntary submission of web forms on our Website (individual registration, individual contact, and organizational submission pages);
– Email correspondence you initiate with us.
We do not use cookies for tracking purposes, behavioral advertising, or cross-site data collection. Any technical cookies used are strictly functional (e.g., form processing) and do not require consent under applicable law. We use analytics services (Google Analytics) for statistical purposes and internal reference only.
5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and United Kingdom, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:
– Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR): When you voluntarily submit a form and agree to receive communications from us;
– Legitimate Interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR): Where necessary to operate the Website, prevent fraud, and manage organizational development, provided such interests are not overridden by your rights;
– Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR): Where required to comply with applicable law.
You may withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal.
– Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR): When you voluntarily submit a form and agree to receive communications from us;
– Legitimate Interests (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR): Where necessary to operate the Website, prevent fraud, and manage organizational development, provided such interests are not overridden by your rights;
– Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c) GDPR): Where required to comply with applicable law.
You may withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal.
6. How We Use Your Data
We use the personal data we collect exclusively for the following purposes:
– To record your expression of interest in the Alliance and contact you with relevant organizational updates;
– To respond to contact inquiries you submit;
– To maintain a registry of interested feminist organizations for future directory purposes;
– To assess the level of interest and membership potential for the purposes of eventual non-profit incorporation;
– To comply with applicable legal obligations.
We will never: sell your data, use your data for commercial marketing, share your data with political parties or campaigns, or profile you for advertising purposes.
– To record your expression of interest in the Alliance and contact you with relevant organizational updates;
– To respond to contact inquiries you submit;
– To maintain a registry of interested feminist organizations for future directory purposes;
– To assess the level of interest and membership potential for the purposes of eventual non-profit incorporation;
– To comply with applicable legal obligations.
We will never: sell your data, use your data for commercial marketing, share your data with political parties or campaigns, or profile you for advertising purposes.
7. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:
– Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our Website (e.g., web hosting, form processing), strictly under data processing agreements and solely for the purposes defined in this Policy;
– Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority;
– Organizational Transition: In the event that Global Feminist Alliance incorporates as a formal non-profit, your data may be transferred to the newly formed entity, and you will be notified and given the option to withdraw consent.
We do not transfer your data to countries outside the European Economic Area unless adequate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).
– Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our Website (e.g., web hosting, form processing), strictly under data processing agreements and solely for the purposes defined in this Policy;
– Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental authority;
– Organizational Transition: In the event that Global Feminist Alliance incorporates as a formal non-profit, your data may be transferred to the newly formed entity, and you will be notified and given the option to withdraw consent.
We do not transfer your data to countries outside the European Economic Area unless adequate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Specifically:
– Expressions of interest and registration data: Retained for the duration of our organizational development phase, and deleted or anonymized upon incorporation or dissolution of the initiative, unless you have consented to continued contact;
– Contact messages: Retained for up to 24 months for administrative reference purposes;
– Organizational submissions: Retained until the submitted organization requests removal or the directory is established.
You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 9).
– Expressions of interest and registration data: Retained for the duration of our organizational development phase, and deleted or anonymized upon incorporation or dissolution of the initiative, unless you have consented to continued contact;
– Contact messages: Retained for up to 24 months for administrative reference purposes;
– Organizational submissions: Retained until the submitted organization requests removal or the directory is established.
You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 9).
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights in relation to your personal data:
– Right of Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you;
– Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data;
– Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable legal obligations;
– Right to Restriction of Processing: You may request that we limit how we use your data;
– Right to Data Portability: Where technically feasible, you may request your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format;
– Right to Object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests;
Right to Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw at any time without detriment;
– Right to Lodge a Complaint: If you believe we have mishandled your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., your national Data Protection Authority).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@globalfeministalliance.com.
We will respond to verified requests within 30 days in accordance with GDPR timelines.
– Right of Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you;
– Right to Rectification: You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data;
– Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable legal obligations;
– Right to Restriction of Processing: You may request that we limit how we use your data;
– Right to Data Portability: Where technically feasible, you may request your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format;
– Right to Object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests;
Right to Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw at any time without detriment;
– Right to Lodge a Complaint: If you believe we have mishandled your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g., your national Data Protection Authority).
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@globalfeministalliance.com.
We will respond to verified requests within 30 days in accordance with GDPR timelines.
10. Data Security
We take reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, destruction, or alteration. These measures include encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), restricted access to collected data, and regular review of our data practices.
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. Children's Privacy
The Website is not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 16. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately and we will delete it without undue delay.
12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to know if your personal information is sold or disclosed (and to whom), the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information), and the right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights.
To make a CCPA request, contact us at: contact@globalfeministalliance.com
To make a CCPA request, contact us at: contact@globalfeministalliance.com
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. Material changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
14. Contact Us
For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Global Feminist Alliance
Email: contact@globalfeministalliance.com
Website: globalfeministalliance.com
Global Feminist Alliance
Email: contact@globalfeministalliance.com
Website: globalfeministalliance.com
This Privacy Policy was prepared to reflect our genuine commitment to data protection, transparency, and the trust of our community. As a volunteer collective, we hold ourselves to the same standards expected of incorporated organizations.