Privacy Policy
Effective as of September 1, 2025
1. Who We Are
Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque (“Greek Youth”, “we”, “us”, “our”) is a federally incorporated non-profit organization based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
We are responsible for managing the personal information collected through our website https://GreekYouth.org and related services.
2.0. Scope
This Privacy Policy governs how Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque (“Greek Youth”, “we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information on greekyouth.org and affiliated forms.
It applies to visitors, members, volunteers, partners, and supporters of our organization.
2.1 User Consent / Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using greekyouth.org, submitting a form, or registering for membership, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree, please do not use the site or submit personal information.
3. Information We Collect
a) We collect personal information in a variety of ways, including but not limited to:
- Personal details provided when registering (such as name, email, age group, education, or interests).
- Event and announcement submissions from organizations, businesses, and members.
- Voluntary contributions such as photos, feedback, or suggestions.
- Device and analytics data such as IP address, browser type, and cookies.
b) We collect personal information only if you voluntarily submit it to us. You may choose not to provide certain details, though it may limit your participation in some activities.
4. How We Use Information
To connect Greek youth with cultural, educational, social, and career opportunities.
To share relevant events, workshops, and job postings that support our mission.
To improve the platform and ensure it remains safe, inclusive, and beneficial for all.
To communicate with you, manage submissions, and coordinate collaborations.
To respond to inquiries and support requests in a timely manner.
If you submit an event or listing, Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque uses the information only as needed to process and post that submission. We do not share this information with outside parties except as necessary to provide the service.
The email address you provide for event or membership purposes will be used only for relevant communications such as updates, confirmations, or responses to your requests.
If you opt into our mailing list, you may receive news or updates about events and initiatives. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the link in our emails or contacting us directly.
5. Event & Content Sharing
a) Event Information
Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque may share publicly available event information and community announcements to keep youth informed.
If your organization prefers that we do not display a specific event or announcement, please contact info@greekyouth.org and we will remove it promptly.
All submissions require admin review and approval before appearing publicly.
b) Community Event Posters
Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque occasionally features event posters or announcements originally shared publicly by Greek community associations, student groups, or cultural organizations.
These are displayed solely to help promote community engagement and are not used for commercial purposes.
If you are an event organizer and prefer that your material not appear on our site, please contact us and it will be removed promptly.
6. Photo & Media Use Consent
By attending events organized or promoted by Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque, participants consent to the reasonable use of photos or videos for community communications unless they notify us otherwise at info@greekyouth.org.
7. Youth & Parental Consent
Members under 18 must have parental or guardian consent to register.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors without parental approval.
8. Retention of Information
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy or as required by law.
When information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. Cookies & Analytics
We use essential cookies and basic analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand usage, enhance user experience, and improve the site.
You can control cookies via your browser settings, though some parts of the site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
If we add third-party analytics later, we will update this policy.
We do not currently use advertising pixels or web beacons.
10. Storage & Location
Personal information may be stored in Canada and, where necessary, securely processed by service providers outside Canada under contractual protections.
11. Third-Party Access and Service Providers
Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque may use trusted third-party service providers to help operate our website, manage communications, or analyze data (e.g., website hosting, email services, or analytics tools).
These providers are given access only to the information necessary to perform their specific functions and are required to protect it in accordance with privacy laws.
We do not authorize them to use your information for any other purpose.
We may also share aggregated or anonymized data (for example, overall website usage trends or age-group statistics) with partners or funders for reporting and program development. This information does not identify individuals.
We may disclose personal information if required by law or if necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque, our users, or the public.
12. Email & Communications Opt-In
By registering or subscribing, you consent to receive communications about events, programs, and updates.
You may unsubscribe at any time by following the link in our emails or contacting info@greekyouth.org.
13. Data Security
We use secure systems and password requirements to protect accounts.
Personal data will not be sold, rented, or shared with third parties, except as required by law.
14. Third-Party Websites
Our site may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience or reference.
We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.
When you follow a link to another website, you are subject to that site’s own privacy policy and terms of service.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Please check this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect the information we collect.
Your continued use of our site after changes are posted will constitute your acceptance of those changes.
16. Your Rights
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting info@greekyouth.org.
17. Law 25 – Privacy Officer (Quebec)
Privacy Officer: Evangelia Pantazakos
Contact: info@greekyouth.org(Subject: “Privacy – Law 25”)
18. Contacting Us, Accessibility & Inclusion
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque
Email: info@greekyouth.org
Subject line: “Privacy Inquiry” or “Law 25 – Privacy Officer”
We will respond within a reasonable time frame.
Greek Youth / Jeunesse Grecque is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive digital experience for all users.
If you encounter accessibility barriers on our site, please contact us at the same email address.