Basava Samiti of Asia Pacific Ltd
ABN 43646591844 | ACN 646591844
This policy outlines how we collect, store, use, and disclose personal information from our donors, volunteers, staff, and service users.
Personal Information: Any data about an identified or reasonably identifiable individual.
Sensitive Information: A subset of personal information that requires greater protection under the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
We regularly review and may update this policy, so please check it periodically.
The personal information we collect depends on your interaction with us and may include:
Name, contact details, and organisational affiliation
Photographs from our events
Payment details (for donations or services)
Sensitive information like cultural background, relationships, and personal circumstances
We also collect clickstream data and use cookies for better user experiences on our Online Services, such as our website and social media profiles.
We gather personal data through:
Direct interaction: Via forms, surveys, event participation, or communications through email or phone.
Third parties: Such as sponsors, suppliers, and medical practitioners (with your consent).
We use personal information to:
Provide services, administer, promote, and evaluate programs and events.
Process donations, payments, and refunds.
Manage volunteer, employee, and donor relationships.
Conduct research and meet legal requirements.
Deliver marketing communications, unless you opt out.
We may share your personal information with trusted third parties, such as:
Service providers for data processing, payment handling, and auditing.
Health professionals if necessary for your well-being.
Law enforcement if required by law.
Some third parties may be located outside Australia.
We take reasonable steps to protect your data from unauthorised access, misuse, or loss. This includes encryption, access controls, and secure storage methods.
BSAPAC adheres to the ACNC Governance Standards, with a focus on Governance Standard 5, which outlines the duties of Responsible People. These duties include acting with reasonable care and diligence, and in the best interests of the charity and its mission. When managing personal data, BSAPAC ensures alignment with these standards.
As an international charity, BSAPAC complies with privacy and data protection laws in Australia and New Zealand. Since state and territory laws may impose different requirements, BSAPAC’s Responsible People remain informed of relevant regulations. For further details, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) provides resources on privacy laws and regulatory agencies.
BSAPAC has opted into the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), which form the foundation of the Privacy Act. These 13 principles govern how personal information—including names, dates of birth, email addresses, and financial details—is managed. Stricter provisions apply to sensitive information.
To uphold privacy protections, BSAPAC:
Conducts Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) for new projects and initiatives to evaluate potential privacy risks.
Refers to OAIC’s Data Breach Preparation and Response Guide to effectively manage and respond to any data breaches.
This commitment ensures that BSAPAC maintains transparency, security, and compliance in handling personal and sensitive information.
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you. If you believe any information is inaccurate, you can request corrections. We may need to verify your identity before processing such requests. In some cases, we may refuse access, but we will provide a written explanation if this occurs.
