Privacy Policy

Who We Are

STEMpura CIO is a UK registered charity dedicated to inspiring and supporting young people through STEM education, robotics, engineering and technology programmes.

Charity Number: 1216367

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we use your information, please contact us at:

Email: info@stempura.org

What Information We Collect

We may collect personal information when you:

  • Contact us through our website

  • Register for an event, workshop or competition

  • Volunteer with us

  • Subscribe to our newsletter

  • Make a donation

  • Complete surveys or feedback forms

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Telephone number

  • Organisation or school name

  • Emergency contact information

  • Information provided in forms or correspondence

Children's Information

As part of our charitable activities, we work with children and young people. Where appropriate, parental or guardian consent will be obtained before collecting personal information relating to children.

We take additional steps to safeguard children's data and ensure it is handled responsibly.

How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

  • Deliver our programmes, workshops and events

  • Communicate with participants, volunteers and supporters

  • Manage registrations and bookings

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Improve our services

  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations

  • Promote STEMpura's charitable activities where appropriate consent has been obtained

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Consent

  • Contract

  • Legal obligation

  • Legitimate interests

Cookies and Analytics

Our website uses cookies to improve your experience and understand how visitors use our website.

We may use analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to help us understand website traffic and improve our content.

For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information with trusted service providers who help us deliver our services, including:

  • Event management platforms

  • Email communication providers

  • Donation platforms

  • Website hosting providers

All third parties are required to process information securely and in accordance with data protection law.

How Long We Keep Information

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose for which it was collected, meet legal obligations, and support our charitable activities.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Request transfer of your information where applicable

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details above.

Complaints

If you are unhappy with how we handle your personal information, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).Website: https://www.ico.org.uk

Updates to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be published on this website.