Data Protection Policy
Purpose
At Global Street Art, we are committed to transparency regarding how we collect and use personal data. We uphold our obligations under data protection laws to ensure that the personal data we handle is protected and processed in a lawful, fair, and transparent manner.
This policy outlines how we manage the personal data of individuals we interact with, including job applicants, employees, volunteers, consultants, and others who may work with us. It explains how we process personal data related to human resources, and we encourage individuals to review this policy to understand how their data is handled.
What is Personal Data?
Personal data refers to any information that relates to an identifiable individual, either directly or indirectly, such as a name, identification number, location data, or online identifier. It also includes sensitive information, such as racial or ethnic origin, political views, religious beliefs, health information, or biometric data.
How We Use Personal Data
At Global Street Art, we only collect personal data for specific, legitimate purposes, and we ensure that the data we process is adequate, relevant, and limited to what is necessary. We take all necessary steps to ensure that data is accurate and up to date.
We may process special categories of data (e.g., health information) when necessary, for example, to ensure workplace safety or comply with legal obligations. Whenever we process sensitive data, we do so in accordance with data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Our Data Protection Principles
We are committed to adhering to the following principles when handling personal data:
• We process personal data lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
• We collect and process personal data only for specified and legitimate purposes.
• We ensure personal data is relevant and limited to what is necessary.
• We ensure personal data is accurate and up-to-date.
• We store personal data only for as long as necessary.
• We implement measures to keep personal data secure and protected from unauthorised access, loss, or damage.
Your Rights
As an individual whose personal data we process, you have certain rights:
• The right to request rectification of inaccurate data.
• The right to request the erasure of data when it is no longer necessary.
• The right to object to or restrict the processing of data under certain circumstances.
• The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
If you have any concerns or would like to exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
Data Security
We take data security seriously at Global Street Art and have implemented internal policies and controls to ensure personal data is protected against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. Access to personal data is restricted to authorised personnel only, and all employees are required to adhere to strict confidentiality agreements.
Data Breaches
In the event of a data breach that poses a risk to individuals’ rights and freedoms, we will notify the relevant authorities and, where necessary, affected individuals. We take all necessary steps to mitigate any potential harm and prevent further incidents.
Training and Awareness
To ensure compliance with data protection laws, all staff members undergo regular training on data protection responsibilities. We also stay up to date with changes in the law and review our policies periodically to maintain our commitment to safeguarding personal data.
If you have any questions or concerns about how we process personal data, please get in touch with us through our contact details on the website.