Royal Fellows Privacy Statement

Privacy Statement for the Royal Society of Fellows (RSOF)  

At the Royal Society of Fellows (RSOF), we prioritize the protection of your privacy and are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information in accordance with applicable laws, including those of the United States. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with our organization. 

Information We Collect: We may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and professional affiliation, when you voluntarily provide it to us through online forms, registrations, or correspondence. 

How We Use Your Information: We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including: 

·         Providing you with access to our resources, events, and services. 

·         Communicating with you about membership, events, updates, and other relevant information. 

·         Processing transactions and managing membership accounts. 

·         Improving our website, services, and offerings. 

·         Complying with legal obligations and enforcing our policies. 

Disclosure of Information: We may share your personal information with trusted third parties, such as service providers, contractors, or partners, who assist us in fulfilling our mission and providing services to you. We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. 

Data Security: We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. 

International Transfer of Information: Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your own, including the United States, where data protection and privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction. By using our website or providing us with your information, you consent to such transfers and processing. 

Your Rights: You have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable laws, including the right to access, correct, update, or delete your information. You may also have the right to opt-out of certain communications or withdraw consent for processing. 

California Privacy Rights: If you are a resident of California, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request disclosure of personal information collected, deletion of personal information, and opt-out of the sale of personal information. 

Changes to This Privacy Statement: We may update this Privacy Statement periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this statement regularly for any updates. Your continued use of our website after the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of those changes. 

Contact Us: If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Statement or our privacy practices, please contact us at [contact email or address]. 

Jurisdiction and Governing Law: This Privacy Statement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Privacy Statement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the United States. 

Effective Date: This Privacy Statement is effective as of [insert effective date] and applies to all information collected or processed by the Royal Society of Fellows (RSOF) on or after this date.