Privacy Policy

Drogheda Filipino-Irish Community (DFIC)
Effective Date: 01 January 2026

1. Introduction

The Drogheda Filipino-Irish Community (DFIC) (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website, register as a member, or engage with our services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

a. Personal Information

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Address
  • Date of birth
  • Emergency contact / next of kin details

b. Membership Information

  • Membership status
  • Registration details
  • Participation in events

c. Technical Data

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited on our website

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To process membership registrations
  • To communicate important updates and announcements
  • To manage events and community activities
  • To verify membership eligibility
  • To improve our website and services
  • To comply with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

  • Consent – when you submit forms or opt in
  • Contractual necessity – to provide membership services
  • Legal obligations – compliance with applicable laws
  • Legitimate interests – improving our community services

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share your data with:

  • Service providers (e.g., email platforms like Brevo, website tools)
  • Committee members (for membership verification purposes)
  • Authorities when required by law

All third parties are required to respect your data and comply with GDPR.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • While you are an active member
  • As required for legal or administrative purposes

You may request deletion of your data at any time.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (Ireland)

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

9. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and analyze website traffic.

You can control cookie settings through your browser.

10. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party tools (e.g., email marketing, CRM systems). These providers process your data securely and in compliance with GDPR.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 16 without parental or guardian consent.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

Drogheda Filipino-Irish Community (DFIC)
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.dfic.ie

14. Payments and Donations

We do not store payment details. Payments are processed securely through third-party providers.