WELCOME TO WHML.ORG’S DATA POLICY SECTION! LEARN ABOUT OUR RESPONSIBLE APPROACH TO HANDLING YOUR INFORMATION. THE WORLD HEALTH, MEDICAL AND LIFE SCIENCES ORGANIZATION (WHML.ORG) IS AN INTERNATIONAL CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATION OPERATING IN THE FIELDS OF HEALTH, MEDICAL AND LIFE SCIENCES. FOUNDED IN 2000 BY PROFESSORS, ACADEMICS, SCIENTISTS, AND HEALTH PROFESSIONALS, THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES IN NINE DIFFERENT REGIONS AROUND THE WORLD (EUROPE, ASIA, MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA, OCEANIA, CARIBBEAN, NORTH AMERICA, CENTRAL AMERICA, AND SOUTH AMERICA). WHML.ORG, HEADQUARTERED IN THE NETHERLANDS, IS A LEGITIMATE AND ACTIVE ORGANIZATION REGISTERED WITH THE NETHERLANDS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (KVK). OUR DATA POLICY PROVIDES DETAILED INFORMATION ABOUT THE MANAGEMENT OF DATA COLLECTED, USED, AND PROTECTED DURING WHML.ORG’S ACTIVITIES.
ABOUT THE DATA POLICY
WHML.ORG’s data policy explains how the personal and professional data of users, members, volunteers, and partners are collected, processed, and protected. Our data policy ensures that WHML.ORG remains committed to principles of transparency, security, and privacy, in line with our mission.
TYPES OF DATA COLLECTED
WHML.ORG collects various types of data to continue its operations and provide the best service to users. This data can be categorized as follows:
Personal Information: Such as name, surname, date of birth, email address, phone number.
Contact Information: Address, email, phone number.
Demographic Information: Age, gender, interests.
Academic and Professional Information: Education level, work experience, certifications, and other professional details.
Financial Information: Related to donations, membership fees, and other financial transactions.
Technical Information: Such as IP address, browser type, operating system, access times, and pages visited.
Health Information: Related to users utilizing health services.
DATA COLLECTION METHODS
WHML.ORG uses various methods to collect data, including:
Direct Collection from Users: Through registrations, surveys, applications, and contact forms on the website.
Automatic Methods: Such as cookies and other tracking technologies to collect website usage data.
Third-Party Sources: Including partners, service providers, and public sources.
PURPOSES OF DATA USAGE AND PROCESSING
Data collected by WHML.ORG may be used and processed for the following purposes:
Service Provision: To process memberships, register users for training programs, inform about events, and provide other services.
Communication: To communicate effectively with users, send announcements, provide information, and gather feedback.
Research and Analysis: To conduct scientific research, analyze user behavior, and improve our services.
Financial Transactions: To manage donations, membership fees, and other financial transactions.
Security and Verification: To verify user identities and ensure security.
Legal Obligations: To comply with legal requirements and provide information to authorities.
DATA SECURITY
WHML.ORG implements various technical and administrative measures to ensure the security of users’ personal data. These measures include:
Data Encryption: Encryption technologies are used to securely store and transmit user data.
Access Control: Access to data is limited to authorized personnel only, who are trained in data security.
Regular Audits: Data security policies and practices are regularly audited and updated.
SHARING OF PERSONAL DATA
WHML.ORG does not share users’ personal data with third parties. However, in certain cases, personal data may be shared:
Service Providers: Data may be shared with third parties that provide services on behalf of WHML.ORG. These service providers must comply with data security standards.
Legal Obligations: WHML.ORG may share user information with authorities to comply with legal obligations.
Research and Statistics: Anonymized data may be shared for scientific research and statistical analyses.
DATA RETENTION PERIOD
WHML.ORG retains users’ personal data only for as long as necessary. Data retention periods are determined based on legal requirements and WHML.ORG’s internal policies. Once the retention period ends, personal data is securely disposed of.
USER RIGHTS
Users have various rights over the personal data registered on the WHML.ORG website, including:
Right of Access: Users have the right to know what personal data WHML.ORG has collected about them.
Right to Rectification: Users can request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to Erasure: Users can request the deletion of their personal data.
Right to Object: Users can object to the processing of their personal data.
Data Portability: Users can request the transfer of their personal data to another controller. Users wishing to exercise any of these rights can contact WHML.ORG. User requests will be evaluated in accordance with legal requirements and internal policies and will be responded to as soon as possible.
CHANGES TO THE DATA POLICY
WHML.ORG may update its data policy from time to time. Changes to our data policy will take effect when published on our website. Users are encouraged to regularly check our data policy. We announce changes to the policy on our website to keep users informed with the most current information and policies. Through our data policy, WHML.ORG aims to provide a better and safer experience for its users. WHML.ORG maintains high standards of personal data security and privacy and respects the data security rights of its users while conducting its activities. We value our users’ trust and satisfaction and will continue to contribute to global health and life sciences.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OF OUR DATA POLICY. YOUR PARTICIPATION IS CRUCIAL IN PROMOTING A CULTURE OF TRUST AND RESPONSIBILITY. YOUR CONSCIOUS DECISIONS HELP US CREATE A BETTER AND SAFER ONLINE ENVIRONMENT. YOUR GROWTH AND SUCCESS MOTIVATE US TO PROVIDE THE BEST COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE. YOUR DEDICATION CONTRIBUTES TO A HEALTHIER WORLD. TOGETHER, WE CAN BUILD A HEALTHIER GLOBAL COMMUNITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION, AND WE HOPE YOU FIND OUR WHML.ORG WEBSITE INFORMATIVE AND INSPIRING. IF YOU HAVE MORE QUESTIONS OR NEED HELP, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO EXPLORE OR CONTACT OUR TEAM.
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