Privacy Policy

Your Privacy

UNWA Privacy Policy
Last updated: 1 July 2025

At the United Nations Women’s Association (UNWA), protecting your privacy is a fundamental part of how we value and respect our supporters, volunteers, staff, and the communities we serve. We are committed to handling your personal information responsibly, ethically, and in line with legal standards.

This policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and store your personal information—defined as any information or opinion that can reasonably identify you.

UNWA complies with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles, the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) Code of Conduct, and the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). These frameworks guide our commitment to safeguarding your personal data.

We may update this policy periodically, and the date of the latest revision will always be noted above.

Scope of This Policy

By providing your personal information to UNWA, you consent to its collection, use, disclosure, and storage as described in this policy.

This Privacy Policy applies to all individuals who engage with UNWA through our website, email, phone, social media, events, fundraising campaigns, volunteer programs, community outreach activities, or in person. It also covers interactions through our online platforms or mobile applications, where applicable.

In specific situations—such as participation in field visits, sponsorship programs, or employment processes—we may provide additional privacy notices relevant to that context.

What Information Do We Collect?

The type of personal information we collect may include:

• Your name, contact details (address, email, phone)

• Date of birth, gender, nationality

• Donation history and payment details (processed securely)

• Records of communications and interactions with UNWA

• Preferences regarding communication and areas of interest

• Identification documents (if required for volunteering or field visits)

• Health, background, or police check information (for staff and volunteers in sensitive roles)

In all cases, we strive to collect only the information necessary for the effective delivery of our programs, services, and accountability to stakeholders.

How Is Your Information Used?

UNWA uses your personal information to:

• Process donations and issue receipts

• Communicate updates, reports, and impact stories

• Register you for events, programs, or volunteering

• Ensure child and adult safeguarding compliance

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

• Improve our services, website, and communication strategies

We do not sell or rent your personal information. It is only shared with trusted third-party service providers when necessary for operations, and always under strict confidentiality agreements.

Managing Your Information

You are always in control of the personal information you share with us. You can:

• Access or update your personal details

• Opt out of communications or mailing lists

• Request deletion or limited use of your data (subject to legal obligations)

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or a complaint about your privacy or how we manage your information, please contact:

📧 Email: director@unwa.agency
🌐 Website: www.unwa.agency
📍 Within Australia or from overseas, please use the contact form available on our website.