Introduction

Welcome to the Rush Multipurpose Youth Facility (“we,” “our,” “us”). We are a vibrant hub of activity and opportunity for children, young people, and community groups from Rush and the surrounding areas. Open to the public six days a week, our facility is designed to meet the diverse needs of our community through a wide range of activities and services. As a Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) and a registered charity, we are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected and that any personal information you provide to us is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information from you:

• Contact Information: Name, address, email address, phone number.
• Demographic Information: Age, gender, and other relevant information.
• Program Participation Information: Records of your participation in our programs, events, and activities.
• Payment Information: Details of transactions you carry out through our facility, including payment information for membership fees, event registrations, or other services.
• Health and Safety Information: Relevant health information to ensure your safety while participating in our programs.
• Photographs and Videos: Images or videos taken during our events and activities, with your consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• Program and Service Delivery: To provide and manage the programs, events, and services we offer.
• Communication: To contact you with information about our programs, events, and activities that may be of interest to you.
• Membership Management: To manage your membership, including processing payments and renewing subscriptions.
• Health and Safety: To ensure the safety and well-being of all participants in our programs and activities.
• Record Keeping: To maintain accurate records of participation in our programs and use of our services.
• Marketing and Promotion: To promote our facility and its activities, including using photographs and videos with your consent.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with our legal obligations and protect our legal rights.

3. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share your personal information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party service providers who assist us in operating our facility, providing our services, and managing our organization.
• Legal and Regulatory Authorities: Where required by law, we may disclose your information to legal or regulatory authorities.
• Emergency Situations: In the event of an emergency, we may disclose your information to necessary personnel to protect your health and safety.
• With Your Consent: We may share your information with other parties with your explicit consent.

4. Security of Your Information

We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. We have implemented appropriate physical, technical, and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

5. Retention of Your Information

We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with our legal obligations. Once your information is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of it.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal restrictions.
• Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information for certain purposes, including marketing.
• Data Portability: You have the right to request the transfer of your personal information to another organization.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact details provided below.

7. Cookies and Online Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and gather information about how you use our site. You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your web browser settings.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on our website, and where appropriate, notified to you by email. Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Rush Multipurpose Youth Facility
Email: info@rmyf.ie

Effective Date: 12/08/2024

Thank you for trusting Rush Multipurpose Youth Facility with your personal information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that our community remains a safe and welcoming space for everyone.