Effective date: November 10, 2024
Privacy Policy for MEA Future Leaders Challenge

1. Introduction

MEA Future Leaders Challenge (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who interact with our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information when you visit meafutureleaderschallenge.com (the “Site”).

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information to support our services:

Personal Information: Names, email addresses, contact details, job position, and educational institution details.
Device and Connection Information: Information about your device, IP address, and connection (where applicable).

3. How We Collect Information

Directly from You: Through registration forms for the Future Leaders Challenges, School Directors Alliance Summit, and other events.

Third-Party Integrations: We use third-party services (such as Zapier) to assist in form data management.

4. Purpose of Data Collection and Usage

The information collected is used solely for internal purposes, including:

• Confirming registrations and managing attendance.
• Sending event-related communications (e.g., confirmations, event updates).

5. Legal Basis for Data Processing

The primary legal basis for processing personal data is user consent, obtained when users submit their information for event registration or contact purposes.

6. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services

We do not share your personal information with any third-party partners or sponsors. We use Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive for data storage and management, which may involve some data processing through Microsoft’s secure servers.

7. Data Retention

Personal information is retained for up to two years unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

8. Data Storage and Security

• Data is stored on our computers, as well as on Microsoft SharePoint and OneDrive.

• We leverage Microsoft’s security protocols, which include encryption and restricted access, to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

9. User Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of the personal data we hold about you.

Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal limitations.

You can exercise these rights by contacting us through the contact form on our website.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We do not use cookies or tracking technologies on the Site and do not display a cookie consent banner, as no cookies are set.

11. Security Measures

We rely on Microsoft’s security standards to ensure your data is adequately protected. This includes encryption, restricted access, and secure data storage.

12. Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@meafutureleaderschallenge.com

13. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We encourage you to review this page regularly for the latest information on our privacy practices.

This draft covers the general requirements for a privacy policy, but I recommend consulting with a privacy professional or legal expert for verification and to address any specific jurisdictional requirements. Let me know if you need adjustments.