Privacy Statement for the Hope and Renewal Summit

The Hope and Renewal Summit is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 2020 and the principles outlined in the Diocese of Palmerston North’s Privacy Policy. (Privacy Policy | Diocese of Palmerston North)

Collection and Use of Personal Information

When you register for or participate in the Hope and Renewal Summit, we may collect personal information such as your name, contact details, and any other information necessary to facilitate your involvement in the event. This information will be used solely for the purposes of organising and managing the Summit, communicating with you about event-related matters, and providing you with services you have requested. We will not use your personal information for any other purpose without your explicit consent.

Storage and Security

Your personal information will be stored securely in electronic databases accessible only to authorised staff involved in organising the Summit. We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Your information will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this statement and will be disposed of securely when no longer required.

Disclosure of Personal Information

The Hope and Renewal Summit is organised in partnership with Divine Renovation, and in the course of event planning and participation, personal information may be shared with Divine Renovation representatives where necessary. This sharing of information is solely for the purpose of facilitating your participation in the Summit and related initiatives.

Additionally, we may share your personal information with operational departments within the Diocese of Palmerston North or relevant parishes, but only to the extent necessary to facilitate your participation in the Summit and related services. These entities are also bound by the Diocese’s Privacy Policy and are committed to using your information solely for the purposes for which it was provided. We will not disclose your personal information to any other parties without your prior consent, unless required by law.

Your Rights

You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and to request corrections if necessary. To do so, please contact us at the details provided below. We will respond to your request in accordance with the timeframes set out in the Privacy Act 2020.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or how your personal information is handled, please contact our Privacy Officer:

Matthew Balm
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (06) 345 1780 ext. 856 or 021 278 9567

By providing your personal information on the application form for the Hope and Renewal Summit, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Statement and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described herein.