The image shows the logo of the Somali Blind Diaspora. It consists of a dark blue hexagon on a light green background, with a white figure holding a cane, symbolizing a blind person. Below it are the words "SOMALI" in dark blue lettering and "BLIND DIASPORA," with "BLIND" in white and "DIASPORA" in dark blue.
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The image shows the logo of the Somali Blind Diaspora. It consists of a dark blue hexagon on a light green background, with a white figure holding a cane, symbolizing a blind person. Below it are the words "SOMALI" in dark blue lettering and "BLIND DIASPORA," with "BLIND" in white and "DIASPORA" in dark blue.

DATA PROTECTION

DATA PROTECTION

Your personal data is our highest priority. In this privacy policy, the Somalische Blindendiaspora e.V. (hereinafter referred to as “the Association”) explains how we collect, process, and use your personal data, including the use of cookies when visiting our website. All data processing is carried out in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), particularly in relation to your membership and the use of our online services.

Responsible Party

The entity responsible for data processing in accordance with the GDPR is:

Somalische Blindendiaspora e.V.

Ehrenbergstr. 16a

10245 Berlin

Phone: +49 (0) 30 98428946

Email: info@sbd-ev.org

Collection and Storage of Personal Data upon Membership

a) Upon Joining the Association

As part of your membership, we collect the following personal data:

  • First and last name
  • Date of birth
  • Address
  • Phone number and email address (if provided)
  • Bank details (for membership fee payment)
  • Information about visual impairment or blindness (if relevant)
  • Membership number and other information relevant to the administration of the association. We use this data to manage your membership, communicate with you, and process membership fees. Legal Basis: The processing of this data is based on Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR, as it is necessary for the fulfillment of the membership contract.

b) Communication with Members

We use your contact details to inform you about relevant news, events, and activities of the Association that relate to your membership.

Legal Basis: The processing is based on Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR. Our legitimate interest lies in properly informing our members about internal association matters.

c) Bank Details

The provided bank details are used solely for the purpose of processing direct debits for membership fees.

Legal Basis: The processing of your bank details is carried out in accordance with Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR for the fulfillment of the membership contract.

Cookies when Visiting the Website

When visiting our website, we use cookies to provide you with an optimal user experience. These cookies store general information about the use of our website, such as settings, user preferences, and interaction data. This information helps us improve the functionality of our website.

Legal Basis: The processing is based on your consent in accordance with Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR.

Disclosure of Data

Your personal data will only be disclosed to third parties if:

  • You have given your explicit consent (Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR),
  • Disclosure is necessary to fulfill a contract or to carry out pre-contractual measures (Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR),
  • Disclosure is required to fulfill a legal obligation (Article 6(1)(c) of the GDPR), or
  • It is necessary to protect the legitimate interests of the Association or third parties, and there is no overriding legitimate interest in not disclosing the data (Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR). Recipients include, in particular:
  • Payment service providers for processing membership fees,
  • Service providers assisting us with membership management.

Duration of Storage

Your personal data will be stored for as long as you are a member of our Association. After the termination of your membership, your data will be deleted unless legal retention periods (e.g., tax regulations) require longer storage.

 

Rights of Affected Individuals

 

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access (Article 15 GDPR): You have the right to obtain information about the personal data we process.
  • Right to Rectification (Article 16 GDPR): You can request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Deletion (Article 17 GDPR): Under certain conditions, you have the right to request the deletion of your personal data.
  • Right to Restriction of Processing (Article 18 GDPR): You can request the restriction of the processing of your data if the conditions are met.
  • Right to Data Portability (Article 20 GDPR): You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format or to request the transfer to another controller.
  • Right to Object (Article 21 GDPR): You can object to the processing of your personal data if it is based on legitimate interests.
  • Withdrawal of Consent: You can withdraw any consent you have given at any time. The lawfulness of processing carried out before the withdrawal remains unaffected.

Data Security

 

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. This includes, among other things, the use of encryption technologies such as SSL for data transmission over the internet.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

This privacy policy is currently valid and was last updated on October 20, 2024. Changes in legal or regulatory requirements may necessitate adjustments to this statement. 

The current version can be viewed at any time on our website at Data Protection