Commitment to Privacy
The Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) respects your right to privacy and is committed to safeguarding the personal information of our website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
We comply with the Australian Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and, where applicable, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Definition of Personal Information
Personal information refers to any data that can identify an individual, either directly or indirectly. This may include, but is not limited to, your name, email address, phone number, and any other identifying details.
Contact Information
For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at:
PO Box 42, St Leonards, Sydney, New South Wales, 1590
Email: [email protected]
Collection of Personal Information
We collect personal information in several ways, including:
- When you submit your details via our website forms (e.g., for feedback or support requests).
- When you communicate with us via email, phone, or other means.
- When you participate in surveys, promotions, or events.
- When you interact with our website through cookies and analytics tools.
Additionally, we may receive personal information from third parties, in which case we will protect it in accordance with this policy.
Use of Personal Information
IEP will only use your personal information for the purposes to which you have consented, which may include:
- Providing you with updates, services, and relevant information.
- Responding to inquiries and support requests.
- Conducting research, analysis, and service improvements.
- Complying with legal obligations.
If you choose not to provide personal information, certain services or website functionalities may not be accessible to you.
Disclosure of Personal Information
Your personal information may be disclosed to:
- IEP employees, officers, and authorised agents.
- Service providers and contractors assisting with our business operations.
- Legal authorities, if required by law.
We ensure all third parties adhere to privacy standards consistent with this policy.
Third-Party Services
IEP may engage third-party service providers to assist with our operations, including data hosting, analytics, advertising, and communication services. These third parties may collect, use, or store personal information on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience and do not indicate endorsement. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
GDPR Compliance (for EU Residents)
If you reside in the European Union, you have specific rights under the GDPR, including:
- Accessing and obtaining a copy of your personal data.
- Correcting any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Requesting the deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Restricting or objecting to data processing.
- Transferring your data to another service provider.
- Withdrawing consent where processing is based on consent.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We may require identity verification before acting on your request.
International Data Transfers
Your data may be stored and processed in locations outside Australia, including IEP’s global offices in the United States, The Netherlands, Belgium, Mexico, and Zimbabwe. We implement safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission, to protect your information.
Security Measures
We are committed to ensuring your personal information is secure. Protective measures include:
- Encryption and secure storage systems.
- Restricted access to personal data.
- Compliance with GDPR requirements when engaging third-party data processors.
However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we take precautions, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Access and Corrections
You may request access to the personal information we hold about you. If you believe any details are incorrect or outdated, please email [email protected]. We reserve the right to decline requests in accordance with legal requirements.
Complaints and Disputes
If you have concerns regarding our handling of your personal information, please email us at [email protected]. We take privacy complaints seriously and will address them promptly.
Website Data Collection
When you visit our website, we may collect information such as browser type, operating system, and referring website. This data helps us improve user experience and site functionality.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyse website traffic, and serve relevant advertisements through third-party services like Google Analytics and Google AdWords. You can manage cookie settings in your web browser. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Google reCAPTCHA
To protect against spam and abuse, we use Google reCAPTCHA, which is subject to Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
Last Updated: 12 February 2025