// Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Protecting your personal data is a key priority for us at Sensibilisierung Initiative. We process your data exclusively in accordance with legal regulations (GDPR, Austrian Telecommunications Act 2003). This privacy policy informs you about the most important aspects of data processing on our website and in connection with our services.

2. Data Controller

Sensibilisierung Initiative – Association for Social Development Supporting Children and Youth Salztorgasse 6/5/22 1010 Vienna, Austria Email: willkommen@sensibilisierung.at Phone: +43 664 258 28 00

3. Data Processing on the Website

When you visit our website, certain technical information is automatically transmitted – such as your IP address, the time of access, the type of device and operating system used, and your browser type. This data helps us to ensure the correct display of our website and to maintain its security and stability. The processing of this data is technically necessary.

4. Cookies

Our website uses so-called cookies. These are small text files stored on your device via your browser. Some cookies remain stored until you delete them. They enable us to recognize your browser on your next visit. You can prevent this by adjusting your browser settings to block cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may limit the functionality of our website.

5. Google Analytics

Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analysis service provided by Google Ireland Limited, Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland ("Google"). Google Analytics uses cookies that allow an analysis of how visitors use our website. The information generated about your use of the website is usually transmitted to and stored on a Google server in the United States. The IP address transmitted by your browser is anonymized and not merged with other Google data. Google is certified under the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (formerly “Privacy Shield”) and thereby committed to complying with European data protection standards. Processing is based on your consent, which you can give via our cookie banner (Art. 6 para. 1 lit. a GDPR). You may revoke your consent at any time. Additionally, you can prevent the collection of the data generated by the cookie (including your anonymized IP address) and its processing by Google by downloading and installing the browser plugin available at: www.tools.google.com

6. Contact and Forms

If you contact us via forms on the website, by email, or by phone, the personal data you provide will be stored for the purpose of processing your inquiry and for possible follow-up questions. This data will not be shared without your consent.

7. Newsletter

If you subscribe to our newsletter, you consent to the processing of your personal data (name and email address) for the purpose of receiving it. Our newsletter is sent via a GDPR-compliant provider. You can unsubscribe at any time via the unsubscribe link or by contacting us at willkommen@sensibilisierung.at.

8. Workshop Participation

When registering for a workshop, we collect personal data such as name, email address, phone number, and your organization/institution. This data is used for the planning, execution, and (if applicable) billing of the event.

9. Hosting

Our website is hosted by a European hosting provider that meets the requirements of the GDPR.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the respective purpose or as required by legal retention obligations (e.g. for tax reasons). Afterwards, the data is deleted or anonymized.

11. Your Rights

You have the right at any time to request information about the personal data we store and process about you. You may request correction, restriction, or deletion of your data. You may also object to processing or withdraw previously given consent – for example, to unsubscribe from our newsletter. If requested, we will provide your data in a transferable format. To exercise any of these rights, simply contact us via email – we will respond as quickly and reliably as possible: willkommen@sensibilisierung.at If you believe that the processing of your data violates data protection laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Austrian Data Protection Authority: https://www.dsb.gv.at/