Privacy Policy

THE YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS, respects the privacy of our on-line visitors and recognises the importance of providing a secure environment for them. We have adopted an On-Line Privacy Policy that guides how we collect, store, and use the information you provide us. This Privacy Policy details how THE YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS, safeguards the privacy of its on-line visitors and does not apply to information that may be collected by YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS off-line. Please note that when you link to other sites from a THE YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS website, this Privacy Policy does not apply to, and cannot control the activities on, those other sites. To protect your privacy, we have voluntarily undertaken this privacy initiative and our website meets established online information collection and use practices.

This Privacy Policy will tell you:

• What websites and information are covered by this Privacy Policy.
• What personal identifying information may be collected.
• What other types of information may be collected.
• How your personal information may be used.
• Who is collecting your information.
• With whom your information may be shared.
• What choices you have regarding the collection, use, and distribution of your personal information.
• What cookies are and how they may be used.
• What are internet protocol addresses.
• What to do if you want to correct, delete or review your personal information.
• How secure your personal information is.
• What to do if you have a question or complaint.

If you have any questions, complaints, or comments regarding our privacy policy statement or policies, please contact our Privacy Policy Administrator at info@youngspeakersawards.co.uk

What does this Privacy Policy apply to?

www.youngspeakersawards.co.uk.com

Please note that this privacy policy applies only to information submitted and collected online through the websites listed above, and does not apply to information that may be collected by YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS. In addition, this privacy policy applies only to sites maintained by YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS and not to websites maintained by other companies or organizations to which we link. YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS is therefore not responsible for the content or activities provided on such sites.

What personal information is collected?

YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS only collects personal information on a voluntary basis. If an on-line visitor submits information to YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS, it will usually take the form of either: (1) candidate registration or application, (2) sponsorship registration, (3) competitions, (4) a reader complaint, and (5) surveys. Personal information collected may include your name, home address, and e-mail address, website address. We do not require this information to gain access to our sites, however, you will not be able to utilise certain features that require registration or receive materials such as newsletters unless such information is provided.

Visitors purchasing products or services or making any payments or donations through our on-line stores or applications will be required to provide additional information such as a valid credit card number, expiration date, and billing addresses.

Please note that, depending on the YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS site that you are visiting, many of the activities listed above may not be available and, as such, personal information may not be collected.

What other types of information may we collect?

For some activities, we may ask you to create a username and password. In addition, your web browser or client software may transmit certain geographic information or information regarding the capabilities of your computer to YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may use this information to generate aggregate statistics about our user community and may provide such information to advertisers and/or our partners. In addition, YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may use such information for security or enforcement purposes.

How do we use your personal information?

The personal information you provide YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS will allow us to fulfill the purpose it was provided for; alert you of new conditions or information, features, or enhancements; handle/route your customer service questions or issues; and/or notify you of further opportunities, competitions, promotions, or special events and offers. Lastly, we may use your personal information for internal marketing, profiling, or demographic purposes, so we can adapt our products and services to better suit your needs. We do this to better understand and serve our customers.

Please be advised that personal information submitted by individuals acting solely in a business capacity (e.g., personal information contained in job applicant’s resume) is not subject to the uses set forth above or to any other practices stated in this Privacy Policy.

Who is collecting your information?

When you are asked for information while on the YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS site, you are sharing that information with YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS. In addition, some services are provided in conjunction with partner companies. If another company other than YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS is collecting your personal information, you will be notified at the time the information is collected. If you do not want your information shared, you can choose not to allow the transfer of information by not using that particular service or by not providing any information at that time.

Please be aware that advertisers or websites with links to our sites may collect personal information about you. And remember, this Privacy Policy does not apply to, and cannot control the activities of, those other advertisers or websites.

With whom may your personal information be shared?

YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may need to disclose your personal information to third party vendors to fulfill Competition rules or prizes, to process mailings, or to process, analyze, and/or store data. We will attempt to ensure that these entities do not use your personal information for any other purpose, and that they have agreed to maintain the confidentiality, security, and integrity of the personal information they obtain from us. We reserve the right to disclose your personal information as required by law or in special cases when we have reason to believe that disclosing such information is necessary to identify, contact, or bring legal action against you if you are violating the Terms of Service or Use Agreements for a YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS or product, or may be causing injury to or interference (intentionally or unintentionally) with YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS rights or property, other users of a YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS site or product, or anyone else who could be harmed by your activities.

As with any business, your personal information is also an asset of YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS and will become part of our normal business records. We will not sell your personal data to any third party. Similarly, in the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or other similar event, your personal information may be transferred to YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS successor or assign.

YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS sites may also have message boards, comment facilities, and/or chat areas, where users can exchange ideas and communicate with one another. When posting to a message board or chat area, please be aware that the information is being made publicly available on-line and the user does so at his or her own risk.

What choices do you have regarding the collection, use, and distribution of your personal information?

YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS attempts to allow you to control the way that we use personally identifiable information that we might obtain. At the time you provide personal information, YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may give you the option of declining any future offers or information about new products, promotions, or services. In addition, many of the “mailings” YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may send you, such as newsletters, have procedures within them to cancel the receipt of any future mailings.

If at any time you wish to opt out of receiving information from YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS (via e-mail or postal mail) about new products, services, or promotions, you can do so. You may contact us at YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS, Arnold Associates, 18 Grinstead Lane, Lancing, BN15 9DY. You can also contact us by e-mailing us at info@youngspeakersawards.co.uk Please indicate what publications or services you no longer wish to receive so that we may better address your needs.

What are cookies and how are they used?

Cookies are a feature of your Web browser that allows Web sites to transfer bits of information to your computer for record-keeping purposes. A cookie stored on your computer can be used to “remember” things like your password, or that you have already registered. This allows us to speed up your future activities, saving the time you would normally spend entering information such as your password or registration. In addition, YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may use cookies to retrieve user information for promotional, marketing, or security purposes.

What are Internet protocol addresses?

An Internet protocol (”IP”) address is the unique number assigned to your server or Internet Service Provider (”ISP”). YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may track such IP addresses for system administration, to report aggregate information, site tracking, or to prevent our servers from being abused.

What to do if you want to correct or delete your personal information?

If for any reason you are concerned with the way we are using your personal information, or would like to correct or request that we delete such personal information, please contact YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS, Attention: Privacy Policy Administrator, at YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS Arnold Associates, 18 Grinstead Lane, Lancing, BN15 9DY You can also contact us by e-mailing us at info@youngspeakersawards.co.uk

How secure is your personal information?

While YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS takes reasonable steps to secure your personal information, no system is fault proof. If YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS security systems are breached YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may attempt to notify you electronically and, by using the Service and/or providing personal information to us, you agree that we can notify you electronically. YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may post a notice on the YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS Web Site if a security breach occurs. If this happens, you will need a web browser enabling you to view the YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS Web Site. YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS may also send an email to you at the email address you have provided to us. Depending on where you live, you may have a legal right to receive notice of a security breach in writing. To receive free written notice of a security breach (or to withdraw your consent from receiving electronic notice) you should notify us at info@youngspeakersawards.co.uk If your email address changes and you have provided YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS with personal information, you should notify YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS at info@youngspeakersawards.co.uk so that we can communicate with you if necessary.

What if I have a question or complaint?

If you have any questions or wish to file a complaint, please feel free to e-mail us at info@youngspeakersawards.co.uk or send a letter addressed to:

Privacy Policy Administrator, at YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS 18 Grinstead Lane, Lancing, BN15 9DY.

By using this Website, you signify your assent to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, please do not use this site. This Privacy Policy may change from time to time, so please check back periodically to ensure that you are aware of any changes. If we make a material change to this Privacy Policy, we will notify you by posting the change on this website or in this Privacy Policy and, if necessary, give you additional choices regarding such change. Your continued use of the YOUNG SPEAKERS AWARDS will signify your acceptance of these changes.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on and became effective October 30th 2009.