1. Overview of Data Protection

The United Youth (“we”, “our”, “us”) takes the protection of your personal data seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us in any other capacity.

Personal data refers to any information that can be used to identify you, including but not limited to your name, email address, phone number, or location.

We are committed to complying with all relevant international data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union and Internationally.

For questions about your personal data or this policy, please contact us at:

info@theuy.org | +1 (917) 718-1922

2. Responsible Party

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

The United Youth

Email: info@theuy.org

Phone: +1 (917) 718-1922

The data controller determines the purposes and means of processing your personal data.

3. Data Collection and Use

We may collect data in the following ways:

a) Information you provide directly

• When you fill out contact forms, register for programs, or subscribe to newsletters.
• Data collected may include your name, email address, phone number, location, and other relevant information.

b) Automatically collected information

• We automatically collect technical data when you visit our website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages visited.
• Cookies and similar technologies may be used to improve website functionality, analyse usage, and enhance your experience.

c) Purpose of data use

• To provide you with requested information, services, or opportunities.
• To manage registrations, scholarships, and participation in programmes.
• To analyse website usage and improve user experience.
• To comply with legal obligations.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies for essential functionality, analytics, and user experience improvement.

• Session cookies: Temporary, deleted when your browser closes.
• Permanent cookies: Stored until manually deleted, used for analytics and functionality.

You may manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Certain website features may be limited if cookies are disabled.

5. Data Sharing and International Transfer

• We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
• Some service providers or tools may be based outside your country. In such cases, data may be transferred internationally in compliance with GDPR standards.
• By using our services, you consent to international data transfers where necessary to provide services or fulfil obligations.

6. Your Rights

Under international and EU law, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

1. Right to access – You may request information about the data we hold on you.
2. Right to rectification – You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
3. Right to erasure – You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention obligations.
4. Right to restrict processing – You may request temporary suspension of processing under certain circumstances.
5. Right to data portability – You may request a copy of your data in a commonly used, machine-readable format.
6. Right to object – You may object to data processing based on legitimate interest or direct marketing.
7. Right to withdraw consent – You may revoke any consent previously given, without affecting prior processing.

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@theuy.org.

7. Data Storage and Retention

Your personal data will be retained only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Once data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All transmissions containing personal data are encrypted using SSL/TLS where applicable.

9. Contact Form and Communication

• Data submitted via contact forms or email inquiries will be used solely to respond to your request.
• Information will not be shared without your consent, unless required by law.

10. Hosting and Analytics

• Our website is hosted with secure international providers who process data only under our instructions.
• We may use analytics tools (e.g., Matomo) to understand user behaviour and improve our services.
• IP addresses are anonymised where possible, and consent is obtained when required by law.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in laws, regulations, or our operations. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Acknowledged by the Board – January 2026

info@theuy.org | +1 (917) 718-1922