Cookies & Privacy Policy

Last updated: 15 October 2025

Transnational Justice Initiatives (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect and use your information. This Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal data, and how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit https://transnationaljusticeinitiatives.org/.

1. Scope

This Privacy & Cookies Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access our website or interact with our online content. It complies with applicable privacy and accessibility laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Section 508, and ADA accessibility principles.

2. Information We Collect

a) Information you provide directly

  • When you contact us via forms or email (e.g., name, email address, organization, message content).
  • When you subscribe to newsletters or updates (if offered).
  • When you choose preferences such as language or consent settings.

b) Information collected automatically

  • IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, and usage data (pages visited, duration, etc.).
  • Cookies and similar technologies for analytics and performance.

c) Information from third parties

  • Embedded services (e.g., YouTube, social media, or analytics providers) may collect data as described in their own privacy policies.

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (such as race, religion, or health information) through this site.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

  • Consent — where you have actively agreed (e.g., via cookie banner or newsletter opt-in).
  • Legitimate interests — to operate and improve our website, ensure security, and respond to enquiries.
  • Legal obligation — to comply with applicable law or respond to lawful requests.

4. How We Use Your Information

  • Operate, maintain, and improve our website and services.
  • Respond to messages and enquiries.
  • Conduct analytics to understand how our website is used.
  • Manage and remember your preferences (e.g. language, cookie consent).
  • Prevent and detect security threats or abuse.
  • Comply with legal obligations and maintain records.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

5. Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal data with:

  • Trusted service providers (e.g. hosting, analytics, or email delivery) under data-processing agreements.
  • Authorities where required by law or legal process.
  • Partners or collaborators where necessary and appropriate for legitimate project purposes.

All third parties are required to handle your information securely and lawfully.

6. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed or stored in countries outside your own. Where this occurs, we ensure adequate protection under applicable data-protection laws, such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
  • UK Addendum or Adequacy Decisions
  • Encryption and other technical safeguards

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected — for example, to respond to your enquiry or comply with legal obligations. Once data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

  • Access — request a copy of your personal data.
  • Rectification — correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure (“Right to be forgotten”) — request deletion where legally permitted.
  • Restriction — request limited use of your data.
  • Objection — opt out of processing (e.g. analytics or direct marketing).
  • Portability — request a structured copy of your data.
  • Withdraw consent — for any processing based on consent.

To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below. We may request proof of identity.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

a) What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help websites function, improve performance, and provide analytics or personalization.

b) Types of Cookies We Use

Category Purpose Example
Essential Enable basic functionality and security. PHP session cookies, security tokens
Analytics / Performance Collect anonymized usage data to improve the site. Google Analytics (_ga, _gid)
Preference / Functional Remember settings like language or region. CookieConsent, preferred_language
Third-Party / Embedded Content Used by embedded media or external services. YouTube player cookies

c) Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. You can also revisit your cookie preferences at any time via our banner or “Cookie Settings” link (if implemented). Blocking cookies may affect certain website functions.

d) Cookie Consent

Non-essential cookies (e.g. analytics, marketing) are not placed until you give consent. We record your preferences and allow you to withdraw consent at any time.

10. Analytics and Embedded Services

We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use our site. These services use cookies and may collect usage data. We anonymize IP addresses where required by law. For Google’s privacy practices, visit https://policies.google.com/privacy.

Embedded content (e.g. YouTube, Vimeo, social media) may use their own cookies. Please review their privacy policies before interacting with such content.

11. Security

We use secure hosting, encryption (HTTPS), and technical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access or disclosure. No online service can be completely secure, but we continually review and improve our measures.

12. Links to Other Websites

Our website may link to external websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices, so please review their policies before providing personal information.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Significant changes may be communicated via a website notice.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy & Cookies Policy, please contact:

Transnational Justice Initiatives
Email: TBC

We will respond to privacy-related requests within 30 days or as required by applicable law.