Privacy Policy

Introduction

Walk Without Fear Charitable Trust ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our organization.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Purchase raffle tickets
• Make a donation
• Register as a volunteer
• Sign up for our newsletter
• Contact us through our website
• Participate in our programs or events

This information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Payment information
• Date of birth (for eligibility verification)

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Operating system
• Access times
• Pages viewed
• Referring website addresses

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process raffle entries and donations
• Communicate with you about our programs and campaigns
• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Coordinate volunteer activities
• Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
• Conduct research and analysis to improve our services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and maintain security

3. Legal Basis for Processing (Privacy Act 2020)

Under New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020, we process your personal information based on:

• Your consent
• Contractual necessity (e.g., raffle ticket purchases)
• Legal obligations
• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our services)

4. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Payment processors, email service providers, and other vendors who assist in our operations
• Partner Organizations: Diamond Charitable Trust and other partners directly involved in our programs
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Prize Winner Announcement: The winner's name may be published (with permission)

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Secure SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure payment processing systems
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Raffle entry information will be retained for a minimum of 7 years for audit purposes.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Under New Zealand's Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
• Objection: Object to processing of your information
• Portability: Request transfer of your information
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@walkwithoutfear.org.nz

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than New Zealand. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Walk Without Fear Charitable Trust
Email: privacy@walkwithoutfear.org.nz
Phone: +64 21 234 567
Address: Auckland, New Zealand

14. Complaints

If you believe we have breached the Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to lodge a complaint with:

Office of the Privacy Commissioner
Website: www.privacy.org.nz
Phone: 0800 803 909