Privacy Policy
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Jamaica, Bahamas, and The Cayman Islands
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Jamaica, Bahamas, and The Cayman Islands (hereinafter referred to as “the Provincial Grand Lodge”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in compliance with the Jamaica Data Protection Act (2020) and other applicable laws.
Scope of This Policy
This policy applies to all visitors to our website and individuals who interact with the Provincial Grand Lodge, including those who submit inquiries or requests for information. As a fraternal organization, we do not collect or process personal data for marketing purposes, nor do we share your information with third parties without your consent.
Information We Collect
The Provincial Grand Lodge may collect and process the following types of personal information:
- Contact Information: If you submit an inquiry through our website or contact us directly, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide.
- Website Usage Data: We may collect non-personal information about your visit to our website, such as your IP address, browser type, and pages viewed. This information is used to improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
How We Use Your Information
The personal information we collect is used solely for the following purposes:
- Responding to your inquiries or requests for information about the fraternity.
- Improving the content and functionality of our website.
- Complying with legal and regulatory obligations under the Jamaica Data Protection Act (2020).
We do not use your personal data for marketing purposes, nor do we share it with third parties unless required by law or with your explicit consent.
Data Security
The Provincial Grand Lodge takes the security of your personal information seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Your information is stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel for legitimate purposes.
Your Rights Under the Jamaica Data Protection Act (2020)
As an individual, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: You can ask us to correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
- Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data in specific circumstances.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact the Provincial Grand Secretary, who serves as our Data Protection Officer (DPO).
Retention of Personal Data
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations. Once the data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Complaints
If you have any concerns or complaints about how we handle your personal data, please contact the Provincial Grand Secretary (DPO). We will make every effort to resolve your issue promptly and fairly.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner of Jamaica, the regulatory authority responsible for enforcing the Jamaica Data Protection Act (2020).
Contact Information
For questions, requests, or concerns related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
Provincial Grand Secretary
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Jamaica, Bahamas, and The Cayman Islands
Updates to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for the latest information on how we protect your privacy.
Commitment to Privacy
The Provincial Grand Lodge of Jamaica, Bahamas, and The Cayman Islands is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of privacy and data protection. We are committed to ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly and in accordance with the Jamaica Data Protection Act (2020).