PAG-ASA

DISCLAIMER

PAG-ASA uses all reasonable means to publish complete, accurate, and up-to-date information on its website. However, PAG-ASA does not guarantee the adequacy, accuracy, or completeness of this information, nor does it guarantee that the website will always be up-to-date. PAG-ASA cannot be held responsible for incorrect or incomplete data. Any incorrect information can be reported via info@pag-asa.be.

The PAG-ASA website contains links to other websites. PAG-ASA is not responsible for the content of these external websites.

PRIVACY POLICY

PAG-ASA is committed to respecting your privacy when handling your personal data. We comply with the legislation concerning the protection of privacy in Belgium, including the Belgian Law of December 8, 1992, and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016/679, effective May 24, 2018.

This privacy policy applies to all pages hosted on www.pag-asa.be, but does not apply to pages hosted by third-party organizations that we may reference, as their privacy policies may differ. Our privacy policy for online donations via https://pag-asa.iraiser.eu/ also differs and is available on that platform.

By providing your personal data via our website or other communication methods (email, phone, SMS, WhatsApp), you confirm that you have read and accepted this privacy policy.

1. Data Controller

The entity responsible for processing your personal data is:

PAG-ASA asbl/vzw
Rue des Alexiens 16b
1000 Brussels
Tel: 02 511 64 64
E-mail: info@pag-asa.be
Registered in the Belgian Companies Register under reference BE 0454.807.066

2. Collection of Personal Data

PAG-ASA collects personal data through the website via several means, such as:

Newsletter Subscription: Your email address will be used to send newsletters. You can unsubscribe anytime via the link in the newsletter or by contacting us.
Requests for Information or Training: We may process your data to follow up on your request, and in certain cases, your email address may be used to invite you to professional events organized by PAG-ASA.
Victim Support or Inquiries: Data regarding (potential) victims of human trafficking will be treated with the utmost discretion and stored securely. Only employees from the three specialized centers for victims of human trafficking have access, and they are bound by professional secrecy.
Contact Requests: We will use the personal data you provide to respond to your request.

3. Personal Data Collected

Depending on your interaction with us, PAG-ASA may collect and store the following types of personal data:

First and last name
Gender
Language
Date of birth
Address
Nationality
Email address
Telephone number
Function and company/organization (if applicable)
Participation in events/training organized by PAG-ASA

Additionally, the website collects data automatically using cookies to improve user experience (see Cookie Policy below for more details).

4. Security of Data Collected

PAG-ASA implements appropriate security measures to protect the personal data we receive through our website against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, we cannot guarantee absolute security due to the nature of online environments.

5. Retention Period of Personal Data

In compliance with the GDPR, we only retain personal data for the period necessary to achieve the purposes for which it was collected:

Requests/Training Registrations: Retention is unlimited unless removal is requested.
Client/Beneficiary Data: Retention is indefinite unless deletion is requested.
Supporter Data: Retention is indefinite unless deletion is requested.
Legal Compliance: Data may be retained for legally required durations, such as tax certificate records.

6. Disclosure to Third Parties

PAG-ASA will not share your personal data with third parties without your explicit consent. Data concerning (potential) victims of human trafficking are stored securely and are only accessible to the authorized employees of the three specialized centers for victims, who are bound by professional secrecy.

7. Access and Modification of Data

In accordance with GDPR, you have the right to access, modify, or delete your personal data at any time, free of charge. To do so, contact us by email at info@pag-asa.be or by post at:

PAG-ASA asbl/vzw
Rue des Alexiens 16b
1000 Brussels

Proof of identity will be required, and any copy of identity documents will be destroyed after verification.

COOKIE POLICY

At PAG-ASA, we use cookies to improve our website’s performance and enhance your user experience. By continuing to browse our site, you consent to our use of cookies.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to store information about your interaction with our website. Cookies allow us to recognize your device and provide a tailored experience based on your preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. Without them, the site may not function properly. These include:
- PHPSESSID (First-party): Maintains user session variables using PHP.
- __cfruid (Third-party): Used by CloudFlare to identify trusted web traffic.
Local Storage Keys
- _grecaptcha: Required for managing Google reCAPTCHA for spam protection.

Managing Cookies

You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings. However, blocking strictly necessary cookies may impact the website's performance, and some functionalities may not work correctly.

Changes to Policies

PAG-ASA reserves the right to update its Disclaimer, Privacy Policy, and Cookie Policy. Any changes will be published on this page. We recommend reviewing these policies regularly to stay informed of any updates.