MIGRANTS' CITIZEN SCIENCE ASSOCIATION

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Migrants' Citizen Science Association (MCSA) | May 2023

• Introduction

  Migrants' Citizen Science Association (MCSA) is committed to protecting the privacy of its website visitors and members. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and disclose personal information that we obtain through our website. We also outline your rights and choices regarding the use and disclosure of your personal information. This Privacy Policy complies with the Norwegian Personal Data Act and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union.

Migrants' Citizen Science Association (MCSA) is an NGO in Norway that is committed to protecting the privacy of its website visitors and members. In order to do so, we have developed this Privacy Policy to explain how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

• Information Collection:

  MCSA collects personal information that is necessary for the operation of our website, the provision of our services, and the maintenance of our relationship with our members. We collect the following types of personal information:

  1. Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other similar contact information.

  2. Demographic Information: Age, gender, and other similar demographic information.

  3. Professional Information: Occupation, job title, and other similar professional information.

  4. Website Usage Information: Information about your use of our website, such as IP address, browser type, and other similar information.

  5. Other Information: Any other information you choose to provide to us, including through communications with our staff or volunteers.

• Use of Information:

We use your personal information to provide you with our services, to communicate with you, and to improve our website and services. We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

1. Membership and Subscription Services: To register you as a member or subscriber of MCSA, to provide you with our services, and to manage your account with us.

2. Communication: To communicate with you about our services and events, to respond to your inquiries and requests, and to send you newsletters and other relevant communications.

3. Website Analytics: To analyze how our website is used, to track user activity, and to improve our website and services.

4. Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, such as responding to court orders or other legal requests.

• How We Share Your Information:

MCSA will not share your personal information with third parties except as described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. MCSA does not sell, rent, or lease any personal information to third parties. We may share your personal information with the following categories of recipients:

1. Legal and Regulatory Authorities: We may share your personal information with law enforcement, regulatory authorities, or other government agencies as required by law.

2. Partners: We may share your personal information with partners or sponsors of MCSA events or initiatives, but only with your consent.

3. Other Third Parties: We may share your personal information with other third parties with your consent or as otherwise permitted by law.

• Security:

MCSA takes the security of your personal information seriously and employs various measures to protect it from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use secure plugins, firewalls, and other security measures to safeguard stored data. However, please note that no security measures can provide absolute protection, and we cannot guarantee the security of your data.

Below are some additional information that can be added to the MCSA's Privacy Policy regarding safety:

1. Protection of Children's Data:

   MCSA is committed to protecting the privacy of children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 18, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible.

2. Secure Transmission of Data:

   MCSA employs secure transmission methods such as SSL encryption to protect the data being transmitted to and from our website.

3. Data Breach Notification:

   In the event of a data breach, MCSA will promptly notify all affected individuals and regulatory authorities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

4. Password Security:

   Members of MCSA are responsible for keeping their login credentials confidential and ensuring that their passwords are secure. We recommend using strong passwords, changing them regularly, and not sharing them with others.

5. Employee Access Restrictions:

   MCSA restricts access to personal data to only those employees who need it to perform their job functions. We also provide training to our employees on data privacy and security.

6. Audit and Monitoring:

   MCSA conducts regular audits and monitoring of our systems and processes to ensure that they are in compliance with our privacy policy and applicable laws and regulations.

• Cookies:

MCSA uses cookies to collect information about your browsing behavior and preferences. This may include device-specific information and usage data for our various activities, events, and newsletters. Cookies are used to improve the user experience and track popular sections of our website. You can control your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

• Data Processing Basis

MCSA processes personal data based on a legal basis under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). We process personal data to fulfill our contractual obligations to our members and subscribers, and we may process data when it's necessary for our legitimate interests or when we have received explicit consent from the data subject.

• Third-Party Links and Services:

MCSA's website may contain links to third-party websites that we do not own or operate. These links are provided for reference and convenience only, and we do not endorse or assume any responsibility for their content or security.

• Changes to the Privacy Policy:

MCSA may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on our website, and by continuing to use our website, you agree to any changes made to the policy.

• Your Rights and Choices

MCSA respects the data subject's rights under GDPR and the Norwegian Personal Data Act. As such, data subjects have the right to access, correct, delete, or transfer their data. Data subjects also have the right to object to the processing of their data for legitimate reasons. If you wish to exercise your data subject rights or have any inquiries concerning this privacy policy, please contact us at info@mcsa.website, and we will assist you promptly. You have certain rights with respect to the information that we collect and process, subject to applicable law. These rights may include:

1. Right to Access: You may request access to the personal information that we hold.

2. Right to Rectification: You may request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.

3. Right to Erasure: You may request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances.

4. Right to Restrict Processing: You may request that we limit the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.

5. Right to Object: You may object to the processing of your personal information for certain purposes.

6. Right to Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

• Data Retention

MCSA retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and processed unless there is a legal obligation to retain it for a longer period. Data that is no longer required will be securely deleted or anonymized.

Overall, MCSA takes data privacy and security seriously, and we are committed to maintaining the safety of the personal information entrusted to us.

In conclusion, the Migrants' Citizen Science Association (MCSA) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of its website visitors and members. We collect personal information through various forms and use it primarily for identification, communication, and website improvement. We do not use your data for marketing or commercial purposes without your explicit consent. MCSA takes the security of your personal information seriously and employs various measures to protect it. We do not sell, rent, or lease any personal information to third parties, and we use cookies to improve the user experience. If there are any changes to the Privacy Policy, we will post them on our website. Finally, if you have any concerns or questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at info@mcsa.website.