At the GEF CSO Network, we value privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information shared with us by individuals in our civil society network.
Even though we are not a registered legal entity, we operate in accordance with privacy principles, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
What personal data do we collect?
We may collect:
- Names and contact details of individuals in member organizations (e.g. email, phone number, role)
- Participation information for events, meetings, or working groups
- Communications you send to us (e.g. by email or feedback forms)
We do not collect sensitive personal data, and we avoid collecting data we don’t need.
Why do we collect this data?
We use personal data to:
- Coordinate network activities
- Share updates and opportunities
- Organize meetings, workshops, or collaborations
- Maintain a secure and trusted communication environment
We process your data only with your consent or because it’s necessary for collaboration within the network.
How is your data stored and shared?
- Your data is stored securely in password-protected digital files or tools (e.g. email, shared documents)
- We only share your data with other trusted members of the network when necessary for joint activities — and never with third parties for commercial purposes
Your rights
If you’re based in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:
- Access your data
- Ask us to correct or delete your data
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Ask questions about how your data is used
To contact us about your data, please email: info@gefcsonetwork.org