At Leaders in Mediation (www.leaders-in-mediation.com), your privacy matters. This policy explains what personal information I collect, how it’s used, and the rights you have over your data.
The website is operated by Barbara du Preez-Ulmi t/a Leaders in Mediation, based in South Africa. This site is designed as an information and community resource for mediators and those interested in mediation worldwide.
1. Information I Collect
I only collect the personal information you choose to share with me, such as:
- Your name and email address when you use the contact form or subscribe to blog updates (RSS or email).
- Basic analytics data like your IP address, browser type, and general location, collected through Jetpack (by WordPress.com). This helps me understand site traffic and improve content.
2. How I Use Your Information
Your information is used for:
- Responding to your messages or enquiries.
- Sending occasional updates if you’ve subscribed.
- Improving website performance and user experience.
I do not sell or rent personal data to anyone.
3. Where and How Data Is Stored
All data is securely stored:
- Within my WordPress.com account (Automattic Inc.),
- In my Titan email system, and
- Forwarded to my Gmail inbox for communication purposes.
These systems have their own strong privacy and security policies.
4. Sharing of Information
I don’t share your personal information with third parties, except:
- When it’s necessary to deliver a service (for example, WordPress.com hosting or Jetpack analytics).
- When required by law.
External links (e.g., to mediators, academies, events, or social media) are provided for convenience only. I’m not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third-party sites.
5. Cookies and Analytics
This site uses cookies to help analyse web traffic and improve your experience.
Currently, I use Jetpack analytics. I may add Google Analytics in future, which will use cookies to collect anonymous information about page visits and behaviour.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.
6. International Data Transfers
Because I operate globally and use WordPress.com (Automattic Inc., USA) and Gmail (Google LLC, USA), your information may be processed or stored outside your country.
If you are based in the European Union (EU) or the United Kingdom, your data may be transferred internationally under GDPR-approved safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs). I take care to ensure that your data is handled securely and in line with this Privacy Policy.
7. Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have rights over your personal information, including:
- The right to access a copy of your data.
- The right to correct or delete it.
- The right to object to or restrict processing.
- The right to withdraw consent (for example, to stop receiving updates).
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please email me at connect@leaders-in-mediation.com.
8. CCPA/CPRA (California Residents)
If you live in California, you have the right to know what personal data is collected and to request that it be deleted. You also have the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your data — though I do not sell or share data for advertising purposes.
To make a CCPA request, please contact me using the same email address above.
9. Data Retention
I keep your personal data only as long as necessary:
- Contact messages: up to 24 months after the last correspondence.
- Subscription data: until you unsubscribe.
- Analytics data: handled automatically by Jetpack (see their retention policy).
10. Security
I use WordPress.com’s secure hosting and maintain standard security practices to protect your information. However, please note that no internet transmission is completely secure, so you share data at your own risk.
11. Children’s Privacy
This site is not directed at children under 16. I don’t knowingly collect data from minors. If I become aware of such data being submitted, it will be deleted.
12. Updates to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page, and the “last updated” date at the top will indicate when it was last revised.
13. Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please get in touch:
Email: connect@leaders-in-mediation.com
Website: www.leaders-in-mediation.com
Operator: Barbara du Preez-Ulmi t/a Leaders in Mediation
Location: South Africa
Thank you for trusting Leaders in Mediation.
Your privacy and confidence are valued and respected.
