Privacy Policy

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

Effective Date: September 14, 2026
Last Updated: September 14, 2026

1. Introduction

The Field Alliance ("TFA", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website Thefieldalliance or interact with our regional programs, educational initiatives, and communication channels.

We comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect, use, store, and transfer different kinds of personal data about you, which we have grouped as follows:

  • Identity Data: Includes first name, last name, username, or similar identifier.
  • Contact Data: Includes email address, telephone numbers, and mailing or country location.
  • Technical Data: Includes internet protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, time zone setting, browser plug-in types, operating system, and platform.
  • Usage Data: Includes information about how you use our website, educational resources, and content.
  • Marketing and Communications Data: Includes your preferences in receiving updates, newsletters, or volunteer opportunities from us.

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through direct interactions when you fill out forms (such as contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, or volunteer applications), register for programs, or correspond with us via email. We also automatically collect Technical Data through cookies and analytics tools when you browse our website.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent: When you have explicitly given us permission to process your data for a specific purpose (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter or applying to volunteer).
  • Legitimate Interests: When it is necessary for our legitimate non-profit operations, allowing us to manage our network, improve our educational resources, and respond to inquiries.
  • Legal Obligation: When we need to comply with a legal or regulatory requirement.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data strictly for operational and organizational purposes, including:

  • Responding to your inquiries, comments, or support requests.
  • Processing volunteer applications or partnership requests.
  • Sending periodic updates, newsletters, or reports regarding our regional agricultural and educational programs (where you have opted in).
  • Improving website functionality and user experience through aggregated analytics.

6. Data Sharing and International Transfers

The Field Alliance operates as an alliance of independent international organizations across Southeast Asia and globally. We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share your data only with trusted partner organizations directly involved in our programs, strictly for the execution of our non-profit mission, or when required by law.

Where data is transferred internationally across our partner network, we ensure appropriate safeguards are implemented to protect your privacy rights in accordance with GDPR standards.

7. Data Security

We have put in place appropriate technical and organizational security measures to prevent your personal data from being accidentally lost, used, accessed in an unauthorized way, altered, or disclosed.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access: Request copies of your personal data.
  • Rectification: Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data under certain conditions.
  • Restrict Processing: Request the restriction of processing your personal data.
  • Object to Processing: Object to our processing of your personal data.
  • Data Portability: Request the transfer of your data to another organization or directly to you.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal data, or wish to exercise your legal rights, please contact our administrative team: