Privacy Policy
ACROSS Te Kotahitanga o te Wairua is committed to protecting your privacy and keeping your personal information safe. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the information you share with us.
What Information We Collect
We may collect personal information from you when you:
Access our services or programmes
Contact us by phone, email, or through our website
Make a referral or are referred to us
Donate or sign up for our regular giving programme
Apply for a job or volunteer with us
Subscribe to updates or newsletters
This information may include your name, contact details, health or family information (where relevant for support services), donation details, and any communication history with us.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information you provide to:
Deliver our services and support you or your whānau
Communicate with you about your support or referral
Respond to enquiries, feedback or complaints
Process donations and issue receipts
Report anonymously on our impact (e.g., in funding applications or reports)
Meet our legal, ethical, and funding responsibilities
Who Can See Your Information
Your information is kept confidential and is only accessed by authorised staff members who need it to support you or carry out administrative tasks.
We may share your information:
With other services or professionals, but only with your consent
If required by law (e.g., in a situation where someone is at serious risk of harm)
We do not sell or trade your information.
How We Store and Protect Your Data
We take all reasonable steps to protect your information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. This includes using secure systems and maintaining strong internal privacy practices.
If we no longer need your information, we will safely dispose of it according to our data retention policy.
Accessing or Correcting Your Information
You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, and to ask for corrections if it’s wrong or outdated.
To make a request, please contact us at: 📧 [insert your privacy email here][insert phone number]Or write to us at: [postal address]
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law or how we work. The most recent version will always be available on our website.