Privacy Notice

When you access our Website, certain technical information is automatically collected, including:

• IP address and device information
• Date and time of access
• Pages visited
• Referring website
• Browser type and operating system
• Data transmission statistics
• Information you voluntarily provide

This information is processed to:

• Deliver and maintain the Website
• Ensure website functionality and security
• Improve user experience
• Diagnose technical issues
• Protect against cyber threats

To ensure the security, stability, and proper operation of our Website, we maintain server logs that may contain:

• IP addresses
• Access records
• Error reports
• Security-related information

These logs are retained only for as long as necessary to achieve their intended purpose and are periodically deleted.

GDHA uses website analytics tools to better understand how visitors interact with our Website and to improve our services.

Analytics data may include:

• Number of visits
• Pages viewed
• Session duration
• Geographic region
• Device and browser information
• Traffic sources

Where possible, data is anonymized or aggregated and is not used to directly identify individual users.

GDHA uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website functionality
• Remember user preferences
• Analyze website performance
• Enhance user experience
• Support security and fraud prevention

You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Certain website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

When you contact GDHA or complete forms through our Website, we may collect information such as:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Organization name
• Job title
• Country or region
• Other information voluntarily provided

We use this information to:

• Respond to enquiries
• Administer memberships
• Process registrations
• Provide requested services
• Communicate with you regarding GDHA activities

When you register for GDHA events, conferences, webinars, workshops, or training programs, we may process your Personal Data to:

• Confirm your registration
• Provide event access and logistics
• Send updates and reminders
• Distribute presentation materials
• Conduct post-event evaluations
• Improve future events

Events may be recorded for educational, archival, and promotional purposes.

GDHA maintains a presence on social media platforms such as:

• LinkedIn
• X (formerly Twitter)
• Facebook
• YouTube
• Other professional networking platforms

These platforms may provide us with aggregated statistics and analytics regarding engagement and audience interactions.

Any Personal Data collected through these platforms is also subject to the respective platform's privacy policies.

If you subscribe to receive communications from GDHA, we may send you:

• Newsletters
• Industry updates
• Research reports
• Event invitations
• Publications
• Association announcements

You may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our communications or by contacting us directly.

If you become a member of GDHA, we may process your Personal Data to:

• Maintain membership records
• Provide membership benefits
• Manage membership renewals
• Facilitate networking and collaboration opportunities
• Communicate relevant association information

If you apply for a position with GDHA, we may collect and process:

• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letters
• Contact information
• Professional qualifications
• Employment history
• Supporting documentation

This information will be used solely for recruitment and employment purposes.

With your consent, unsuccessful applications may be retained for consideration for future opportunities.

GDHA may process Personal Data where necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Respond to lawful requests from authorities
• Protect the rights and interests of GDHA
• Prevent fraud and misuse
• Enforce policies and agreements
• Resolve disputes and legal claims

We may share Personal Data with trusted third-party service providers that assist us in:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Cloud storage services
• Event management systems
• Customer relationship management systems (CRM)
• Email communications
• Analytics and reporting
• Technical support services

All providers are required to protect Personal Data and process it only in accordance with our instructions.

Where necessary and appropriate, and subject to applicable privacy laws, we may share relevant information with:

• Event co-organizers
• Strategic partners
• Academic institutions
• Research organizations
• Healthcare organizations
• Industry stakeholders

Such sharing will be limited to the purposes for which the information was collected.

GDHA may disclose Personal Data where required:

• By law
• By court order
• By governmental or regulatory authorities
• To protect legal rights or public interests