Privacy and Protection of Personal Data
1. Introduction
1.1. Turkish International Network z.s. respects the privacy of individuals and is committed to protecting the personal data of its members, participants, and visitors in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1.2. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal data, as well as the rights of individuals regarding their personal information.
2. Data Collection
2.1. We collect personal data that is voluntarily provided by individuals, such as names, email addresses, phone numbers, and payment information, primarily for the purpose of registering for events, accessing services, making donations, and other activities related to the mission of the Association.
2.2. Personal data may be collected through our website, email communications, and physical events.
3. Purpose of Data Processing
3.1. The personal data we collect is used for the following purposes:
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Event registration and participation management
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Processing payments and donations
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Communicating with members and participants about upcoming events, news, and other relevant information
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Fulfilling legal obligations and managing contractual relationships with participants, members, and suppliers
4. Data Protection and Security
4.1. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of personal data and protect it against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
4.2. Personal data will be stored only for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.
5. Data Sharing
5.1. We do not share personal data with third parties except when necessary to provide our services or as required by law.
5.2. In certain cases, personal data may be shared with trusted service providers who assist in event management, payment processing, and other activities necessary for the operation of the Association.
6. Rights of Individuals
6.1. Individuals have the right to access, correct, and delete their personal data held by the Association.
6.2. Individuals may request to restrict the processing of their data or object to its processing.
6.3. Requests related to personal data should be submitted to info@turkishnetwork.org.
7. Changes to the Privacy Policy
7.1. The Association reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and continued use of our services implies acceptance of the updated policy.
8. Contact Information
For any questions regarding the protection of personal data or to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Email: info@turkishnetwork.org