🛡️ Privacy Policy – Australian Federation Alliance (AFA)

The Australian Federation Alliance (AFA) is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals who interact with our organisation. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

1. What We Collect

We may collect the following personal information from members and supporters:

• Full name

• Residential address

• Date of birth

• Email address

• Contact phone number

• Information regarding your voting enrolment status

• Volunteering preferences (if provided)

2. Why We Collect It

We collect this information to:

• Verify eligibility for membership as required by the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC)

• Maintain an internal register of members

• Communicate with members and supporters

• Coordinate volunteer activities

• Ensure compliance with Australian electoral and privacy laws

3. How We Store and Protect It

All personal information is stored securely via Google Workspace, which uses:

• AES-256 encryption at rest

• TLS encryption in transit

• Access restricted to authorised AFA administrators only

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure.

4. Disclosure of Personal Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. It will only be disclosed:

• To the AEC, if required to verify membership eligibility

• To our internal officers or contractors strictly for administrative purposes

• If required by law

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information

• Request correction of any inaccurate or outdated information

• Withdraw your membership at any time

To request access or updates, contact us at: 📧 info@australianfederationalliance.com.au

6. Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in legislation or operational needs. The latest version will always be available on our website.

7. Contact Us

If you have any concerns or questions about how your information is handled, please contact us at:

📧 info@australianfederationalliance.com.au