LEGAL

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Global Goals Youth ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or register for our programs.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Full name, date of birth, nationality, and contact details
• Educational background and academic records
• Passport/ID details for visa support purposes
• Payment information (processed securely through our payment providers)
• Photos and videos taken during events
• Communications and correspondence with us

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process applications and registrations for our programs
• Communicate with you about events, updates, and changes
• Issue certificates of participation and digital credentials
• Process payments and issue refunds where applicable
• Improve our programs and services
• Send newsletters and marketing communications (with your consent)
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Partner organisations co-hosting the event (with your knowledge)
• Payment processors and financial institutions
• Immigration authorities if visa letters are required
• Service providers who assist in operating our website and delivering our services
• Law enforcement or government agencies as required by law

4. Media and Photography

By participating in Global Goals Youth events, you grant us the right to use photographs, videos, and other media captured during the event for promotional, educational, and reporting purposes on our website, social media, and publications. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please notify our staff at the event.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Certificate records may be retained indefinitely for verification purposes.

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. These include essential cookies required for the site to function, and analytics cookies that help us understand how visitors use our site. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

7. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. All payment transactions are encrypted using SSL technology.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data, or to restrict or object to its processing. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at forum@globalgoalsyouth.com.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Global Goals Youth
178 Columbus Ave, #237190, New York NY 10023, USA
Email: forum@globalgoalsyouth.com