Privacy Policy

1. About this policy

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through the LACOMP website and other online interactions that specifically refer to this policy.

It is intended to explain in clear terms what information may be collected, why it may be used, how it may be protected, and the choices available to individuals.

2. Information we may collect

Depending on how you interact with LACOMP, we may receive information such as:

• Name and professional contact details.
• Email address and other information voluntarily included in an enquiry.
• Information submitted when applying for an opportunity, consultancy or professional engagement.
• Information provided when communicating with LACOMP regarding partnerships, programmes or services.
• Basic technical information associated with website visits, such as browser type, device information and general website usage data.

We generally collect information that individuals choose to provide to us or that is generated through ordinary use of our website.

3. How we use information

Information may be used for legitimate organisational and communication purposes, including:

• Responding to enquiries and requests.
• Communicating with partners, applicants, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Assessing professional applications and expressions of interest.
• Supporting programme, partnership and organisational activities.
• Improving the functionality, security and usability of our website.
• Meeting applicable legal, regulatory or contractual obligations.

4. Information submitted voluntarily

Visitors may choose to contact LACOMP by email or through other communication channels provided on our website. Information submitted voluntarily may be retained as reasonably necessary to respond to the enquiry or manage the relevant professional or organisational relationship.

5. Cookies and website technologies

The LACOMP website may use cookies or similar technologies where necessary to support website functionality, security, performance or visitor experience.

Some technologies may be provided by third-party services integrated into the website. Where applicable, those providers may process technical information in accordance with their own privacy practices.

6. Third-party services and links

Our website may contain links to websites, platforms, resources or services operated by third parties, including development partners, institutions and other organisations.

LACOMP does not control the privacy practices of external websites. Visitors should review the privacy policies of those organisations before submitting personal information through their platforms.

7. Information sharing

LACOMP does not seek to sell personal information. We may share information where reasonably necessary to perform organisational activities, fulfil a legitimate request, work with authorised service providers, meet contractual requirements or comply with applicable law.

Where third parties process information on our behalf, we seek to work with appropriate safeguards and only provide information reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.

8. Data security

LACOMP takes reasonable organisational and technical measures to protect information against unauthorised access, misuse, alteration, disclosure or loss.

However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Visitors should therefore exercise appropriate care when transmitting information online.

9. Data retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, to maintain relevant organisational records, fulfil contractual or legal obligations, or resolve legitimate enquiries and disputes.

10. Your privacy rights

Depending on applicable law, individuals may have rights relating to their personal information, including the right to request access, correction, deletion or other appropriate handling of information held about them.

Requests concerning personal information may be directed to LACOMP using the contact details provided below. We may need to verify the identity of the person making a request before taking action.

11. Children and young people

The LACOMP website is intended primarily for professional, institutional and general public engagement. We do not knowingly seek to collect personal information from children through the website.

12. International engagement

LACOMP works with partners and stakeholders across different countries and may engage with organisations using systems or services located outside the country where an individual is based. Where information is transferred or processed across jurisdictions, applicable safeguards and legal requirements will be considered.

13. Changes to this policy

LACOMP may periodically update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our website, operations, technology, partnerships or applicable legal requirements.

The updated version will be published on this page with the relevant revision date.

14. Contact us about privacy

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to make a privacy-related request, or would like clarification about how information is handled, please contact: