Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We only collect the data necessary to operate our services effectively and provide you with the best possible experience. The types of information we collect include:

a) Information You Provide to Us

• Membership Data: When you register as a member, we may collect your name, email address, organization, payment details, and membership tier selection.

• Event Registrations: When you sign up for events, workshops, or summits, we collect details such as your name, contact information, and any preferences you submit.

• Communications: If you subscribe to newsletters, complete surveys, or contact us directly, we collect the information you choose to share.

b) Information Collected Automatically

• Analytics: We use minimal, privacy-respecting analytics tools to understand how visitors use our website. These tools do not track personal identities and are used solely to improve performance and usability.

• Cookies & Technical Data: Some technical information (such as browser type, device, and general location) may be collected via essential cookies to ensure the site works correctly.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your personal data only for the purposes for which it was provided. These include:

• Membership Management: To create and manage your account, provide member-only benefits, and process membership payments.

• Events & Programs: To handle registrations, communicate event details, and ensure smooth participation.

• Communications: To send newsletters, updates, or policy insights if you have opted in.

• Website Improvement: To analyze general traffic trends using privacy-friendly analytics.

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you opt in to newsletters or specific communications.

• Contractual necessity: When processing your membership or event registration.

• Legitimate interest: To operate and improve our website and ensure security.

• Legal obligation: If required to comply with applicable laws.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share data with trusted service providers who help us operate the website or process payments (e.g., payment gateways). These providers only process data on our behalf and in line with strict data protection agreements.

We do not share your information with advertisers or unrelated third parties.

5. Your Rights

As a user, you have full control over your personal data. You may:

• Access the information we hold about you.

• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Request deletion of your data from our systems (“right to be forgotten”).

• Restrict processing under certain circumstances.

• Withdraw consent for communications at any time.

• Port your data to another provider if technically feasible.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: [insert GLF contact email]. We aim to respond within 30 days.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to:

• Maintain your membership account.

• Process event participation and follow-up.

• Comply with legal, tax, or audit requirements.

Once data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures to protect your personal data, including:

• Secure hosting and encryption protocols (HTTPS).

• Regular updates to WordPress, plugins, and themes.

• Restricted access to personal data.

• Regular security scans and backups.

8. International Data Transfers

As a global organization, your information may be processed in countries outside your residence. Where this occurs, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place in compliance with international data protection laws.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental consent.

10. Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. The updated version will always be published on this page with a revised “last updated” date.

Cookie Policy

The Global Liberal Forum uses cookies to ensure the proper functioning of our website.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to improve your browsing experience and allow basic website features to work.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for core site functionality, such as logins, security, and membership access.

• Analytics Cookies: We use minimal, privacy-respecting analytics cookies that do not track individual identities, only general website trends.

3. How You Can Control Cookies

You can disable or manage cookies in your browser settings at any time. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impact website functionality.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please Contact Us.