YLC Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy for Youth Leading Change
Youth Leading Change (“we,” “our,” “us”) operates the website youthleadingchange.org and related services (“Site,” “Services”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you provide to us through the Site. By accessing or using our Site, you accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information You Provide
You may voluntarily provide personal data when interacting with our Services, for example when you:
- Enroll in courses or activities
- Subscribe to newsletters
- Contact us through forms
- Submit feedback or inquiries
Automatically Collected Information
Like many websites, we may collect certain non‑personal information automatically when you visit the Site, such as: IP address, Browser type and version, Pages accessed, Device type, Time and date of visit. This information helps us monitor traffic and improve user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for purposes including, but not limited to:
- Providing, improving, and maintaining the Site
- Delivering courses, notifications, and updates
- Responding to your messages and support requests
- Sending newsletters or educational content, if you opt‑in
- Analysing usage to improve our Services
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, analytics tools) to track usage patterns and personalise your experience on the Site. Cookies help us: Remember your preferences, Analyse how the Site is used, Improve site performance. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect some Site functionality.
4. Third-Party Services
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., external tools, learning platforms). These sites are not governed by this Privacy Policy and may have their own privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.
5. Data Security and Storage
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, use, loss, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. By using the Site, you acknowledge this risk.
6. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a minor, please contact us so we can take appropriate action to remove the information.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including: Accessing the personal information we hold about you, Requesting corrections or updates, Requesting deletion, Withdrawing consent. To exercise these rights or make related inquiries, please contact us.
8. Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in the law or organisational practices. Any changes will be reflected on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes signals acceptance of the updated policy.