Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

Gulf Response Alliance (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our website, https://www.gulfresponsealliance.org/ (the “Site”), and individuals who interact with our programs, events, and services (collectively, the “Services”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have about your information.​

By using the Site or providing information to us, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Information you provide to us:
  When you sign up for updates, register your interest in the Gulf Response Alliance event, contact us by email, or otherwise communicate with us, we may collect information such as your name, email address, organization, job title, phone number, and any other information you choose to provide.​
• Information collected automatically:
  Like many websites, we may use cookies and similar technologies to collect certain technical information when you visit the Site, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the dates and times of your visits. This information is typically collected for analytics and site performance purposes.​
• Information from third‑party tools:
  We may use third‑party services such as Google Analytics or form providers (for example, Google Forms) to collect and process information on our behalf. These providers may collect information as described above in accordance with their own privacy policies.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and Services.
• To communicate with you, including responding to inquiries, providing event updates, and sharing information you have requested.
• To manage registrations and participation in Gulf Response Alliance events, trainings, and related activities.​
• To understand how visitors use the Site, monitor performance, and develop new content and services.​
• To protect the security and integrity of the Site, prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations.

 

3. Legal Bases (If You Are in the EEA/UK)

Where applicable under data protection laws (such as the GDPR), we process your personal information based on one or more of the following legal bases:

• Your consent (for example, when you sign up to receive updates).
• Our legitimate interests (such as operating and improving the Site, managing events, and communicating with stakeholders).
• Compliance with legal obligations.

 

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. We may use cookies and similar technologies to:​

• Remember your preferences and settings.
• Understand how visitors use the Site.
• Improve the functionality and performance of the Site.

You can usually configure your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you disable cookies, some features of the Site may not function properly.​

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5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers:
  We may share information with trusted third‑party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, analytics, email delivery, and event administration. These providers are permitted to use your information only as necessary to provide services for us.
• Event partners and sponsors:
  In connection with Gulf Response Alliance events, we may share limited participant information with event co‑organizers or sponsors where necessary to manage the event or where you have expressed interest in specific sponsorship opportunities or sessions.​
• Legal and safety reasons:
  We may disclose information if required to do so by law or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is reasonably necessary to comply with legal obligations, respond to requests from authorities, or protect the rights, property, or safety of us, our participants, or others.
• Business transfers:
  In the unlikely event of a reorganization or transfer of our activities related to the Site, information may be transferred as part of that process.

 

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to provide the Services, manage events, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we will delete or anonymize it in a reasonable timeframe.

 

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as:

• The right to access the personal information we hold about you.
• The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• The right to request deletion of your information, subject to certain exceptions.
• The right to object to or restrict certain processing.
• The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in the “Contact Us” section below. We may ask you to verify your identity before responding to your request.

You can also opt out of receiving non‑essential email communications by following the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.

 

8. International Transfers

The Site is operated from the United States. If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence. By using the Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other jurisdictions as described in this Privacy Policy.

 

9. Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any passwords or account details associated with your use of the Services.

 

10. Third‑Party Links

The Site may contain links to third‑party websites, services, or platforms (such as registration or payment services). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of those third‑party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third‑party sites you visit.

 

11. Children’s Privacy

The Site and Services are not directed to children under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take reasonable steps to delete it as soon as possible.

 

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your information. Your continued use of the Site after any changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

 

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, comments, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our handling of your information, please contact us at:

Gulf Response Alliance
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.gulfresponsealliance.org/