Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Upon publication

Applies To: Ekklesia Institute Inc™ and all affiliated programs, platforms, services, and authorized collaborators.

1. Introduction

Ekklesia Institute Inc™ respects the privacy of all individuals who access our website, participate in our programs, submit inquiries or applications, attend events, or otherwise engage with our organization. This Privacy Policy and Data Use Statement explains how information is collected, used, stored, protected, and disclosed in connection with Ekklesia Institute Inc™ operations.

By using this website or engaging in any Ekklesia Institute Inc™ activity, you acknowledge and consent to the practices described in this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

Ekklesia Institute Inc™ may collect personal and non-personal information, including but not limited to:

a. Personal Information (Voluntarily Provided)

Full name

Email address

Phone number

Mailing address

Professional or organizational affiliation

Demographic information (when relevant to program participation)

Application, enrollment, or inquiry details

Payment or transaction-related information (processed through secure third-party platforms)

b. Automatically Collected Information

IP address

Browser type and device information

Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, navigation patterns)

Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Information

Collected information may be used for the following purposes:

To process inquiries, applications, registrations, and participation requests

To deliver programs, communications, and services

To communicate institutional updates, announcements, and program information

To improve website functionality, content, and user experience

To maintain internal records and compliance with governance requirement

To meet legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations

Ekklesia Institute Inc™ does not sell personal information to third parties.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Personal information may be shared only under the following circumstances:

With authorized staff, facilitators, contractors, or partners who require access to perform institutional functions

With third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, hosting services) solely for operational purposes

When required by law, regulation, court order, or governmental authority

To protect the rights, safety, property, or integrity of Ekklesia Institute Inc™, participants, or others

All third parties are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

5. Data Security and Protection

Ekklesia Institute Inc™ implements reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While no data transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure, we strive to use commercially acceptable measures to protect information entrusted to us.

6. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, comply with legal or regulatory obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce agreements. Data may be securely archived or destroyed in accordance with institutional retention practices.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality, analyze site usage, and improve user experience. Users may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings; however, doing so may limit certain website features.

8. Communications and Opt-Out

Individuals may receive emails or communications related to programs, events, updates, or institutional announcements. You may opt out of non-essential communications at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting the Institute directly. Essential administrative or transactional communications may still be sent as required.

9. Children’s Privacy

Ekklesia Institute Inc™ does not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 18 without appropriate parental or legal consent. If such information is identified, it will be promptly removed upon notification.

10. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. Ekklesia Institute Inc™ is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those websites independently.

11. Policy Updates and Modifications

Ekklesia Institute Inc™ reserves the right to update or revise this Privacy Policy and Data Use Statement at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting. Continued use of the website or participation in programs constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

12. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or data practices, please contact:

Ekklesia Institute Inc™

Official Institutional Contact

[email protected]

13. Acknowledgment

By accessing this website or engaging with Ekklesia Institute Inc™, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy and Data Use Statement.