Privacy Policy

Your Data, Your Rights

Information about how GEEZA BREAK Processes Your Data

The information we collect about you and how we process it, i.e. record, store, share and delete it, is governed by the General Data Protection Regulation and Data Protection Act 2018. This means that we can only keep records that are relevant to our work with you. These records have to be accurate, up to date, secure and kept only for as long as they are needed.

What information do we collect?

We collect information about you when you contact us, use our services, make a referral, volunteer with us, donate to us, or visit our website. This may include:

• Your name, address, telephone number and email address
• Information about your family circumstances and needs
• Information about the children you care for
• Financial information if you are receiving support from us
• Information about your health and wellbeing
• Photographs and videos of activities (with your consent)

How do we use your information?

We use your information to:

• Provide you with the services you need
• Keep records of our work with you
• Communicate with you about our services
• Improve our services
• Meet our legal obligations
• Process donations and maintain financial records

Who do we share your information with?

We may share your information with:

• Other professionals involved in your care (with your consent)
• Our funders and regulators
• Our legal advisors
• The police or other authorities (if required by law)

How long do we keep your information?

We keep your information for as long as we need it to provide you with services and meet our legal obligations. This is usually for 6 years after our last contact with you, but may be longer if required by law.

Your rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Have your information corrected if it is inaccurate
• Have your information deleted in certain circumstances
• Object to how we process your information
• Have your information transferred to another organisation

How to contact us

If you have any questions about how we use your information, please contact us:

Information Commissioner

If you are not satisfied with how we have handled your information, you can contact the Information Commissioner: