We at UBUNTU appreciate that there are many
forms of diversity.
By recognising the ten protected characteristics, we acknowledge that diversity goes beyond these, and we embrace
other differences.
Including those that may not be obvious at first sight, such as
socio-economic background, disabilities, and neurodiversity.
We also recognise that everyone’s experience is unique and complex.
Explicitly adopting a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination throughout the organisation.
An ongoing culture of learning, development and discussion for all
staff and partners on issues of anti-racism and discrimination.
On-going commitment to support an inclusive recruitment process.
Ensuring our team has members with a diversity of
backgrounds and lived experience.
We at UBUNTU Educational
and Mentoring Services CIC want
everyone who supports or works with us to feel
reassured that any personal data shared with us is
secured once given and/or used. This Privacy Notice sets
out how we collect, use and store personal data (information
that identifies or could identify you).
UBUNTU Educational and Mentoring Services CIC is committed to
protecting your data and ensuring that any data are processed through
fair and unbiased treatment.
For the purposes of the UK General Data Protection Regulations (Data
Protection Act 2018) we are responsible for, and controlling the process of,
your personal data.
For further information about how we handle matters of privacy please contact
us by:
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Emailing info@ubuntued.co.uk
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Calling 01308
We believe that the correct utilisation of data can lead to the betterment of service quality and can aid in the advocation for a fairer and equity-based society. We will also use your basic personal data to provide you with information about our
activities, campaigns and events. In addition, we may need this data to process
donations, to claim Gift Aid, verify financial transactions and to provide any
services or goods you have requested.
We will collect only the personal data we need to ensure we provide information
that is most relevant to you and with your permission.
What data do we collect?
The personal data we collect can include details such as your name, email address, and contact number. We strive to collect only the data necessary to maintain our relationship with you and ensure we can best provide the information and service
you require.
How do we collect your data?
We collect data from you when you ask about UBUNTU Educational and
Mentoring Services CIC, its events and services. This could be by email, telephone,
through our website or in person.
How do we keep your data safe?
Any personal data we hold is kept confidential and protected against misuse or
improper access. Data is processed only by UBUNTU Educational and Mentoring
Services CIC staff. No one else will be able to access your data and it will not be
shared with any third parties. The only exception is if we are required to do so by
law. We have a Data Protection regime in place to ensure the effective and secure
processing of your personal data. All UBUNTU Educational and Mentoring Services
CIC team members are aware of the importance we attach to the correct handling
of personal information and are guided by our internal Privacy Policy, a copy of
which is available upon request. Our website may contain links to other sites.
While we try to ensure these sites share our same interests, standards and
respect for privacy we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
What are the legal bases for keeping your data?
In most cases we will only use your personal data where we have your consent or
because we need it when working together. However there are other lawful reasons that allow us to process your personal data and one of those is called
legitimate interests. Examples of this are if we contact you to research our
supporters; for legal purposes.
How long will we keep your data?
We will only keep it as long as is reasonable and necessary for the relevant activity,
which may be to fulfil statutory obligations.
What are your rights?
For any of the following purposes, please contact us at info@ubuntued.co.uk :
You may unsubscribe from Drumbeats newsletter at any time. After you have
asked to unsubscribe, by emailing at the above address, we will stop sending you
information and remove all of your personal data from our records, unless there
are legal reasons why we are obliged to retain it.
If you believe the information we hold is incorrect, you can request to see this
information and have it corrected or deleted. Contact us, at the email address
listed above explaining the correction required.
If you wish to make a complaint about how we have handled your personal data,
please email us at the address listed above.
If you are not satisfied with our response or believe we are not processing your
personal data in accordance with the law you can complain to the Information
Commissioner’s Office https://ico.org.uk/
This Privacy Notice was last updated 24/09/2024
