Privacy
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Nations Together (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data. We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Who We Are
Nations Together
Registered Charity in England & Wales: 1183933
Contact email: info@nations-together.org
3. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect personal data when you:
– Submit a contact form
– Sign up to receive updates or newsletters
– Apply to volunteer
– Make a donation through a third‑party fundraising platform (we do not receive or store payment card details)
– Interact with us on social media or through other online channels
When you communicate with us online or through social media, we may receive basic information such as your name, contact details, or the content of your message. We do not collect special category data through these channels, and we ask that you do not submit sensitive information – including health details or information about another person via – public forms, social media, or general enquiries.
However, we may collect limited health information from volunteers where it is necessary to ensure their safety during programme activities. This information is treated as special category data and will only be shared with our Tanzanian partner organisation with the volunteer’s explicit consent, and only where required for safeguarding or wellbeing.
4. How We Use Personal Data
We use personal data to:
– Respond to enquiries
– Send newsletters (with consent)
– Process volunteer applications
– Manage Gift Aid declarations
– Maintain charity records
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on:
– Consent
– Legitimate interest
– Legal obligation
– Contract
6. Data Storage and Retention
Data is stored securely in our secure databases.
Retention periods:
– Contact form enquiries: 12–24 months
– Newsletter subscribers: until unsubscribed
– Volunteer applications: 2–3 years
– Gift Aid declarations: 6 years after the end of year for which the donation relates
7. Data Sharing
We do not share personal data with external organisations, except Community Wellbeing Organisation in Tanzania for the purposes of facilitating safe volunteering placements
8. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict your data, and withdraw consent.
Contact: info@nations-together.org
9. Security
We take reasonable steps to protect personal data.
10. Changes to This Policy
Updates will be posted on this page.
11. Contact Us
info@nations-together.org
Cookies
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Nations Together uses cookies on nations-together.org.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
3. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic operation and security of our website. They enable core functions such as page navigation, secure access, form submission, and protection against malicious activity. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
4. Cookie Consent Banner
We use a simple Accept/Reject banner for any non-essential cookies.
5. Managing Cookies
Users can manage cookies via the banner or browser settings.
6. Changes to This Policy
Updates will be posted on this page.
7. Contact Us
info@nations-together.org
Last updated: April 2026