Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: June 2025

1. Introduction

The St. Lucia Employers Federation ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with us.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Contact Information:

  • Name and title
  • Company name and position
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address

Professional Information:

  • Industry sector
  • Company size
  • Business registration details
  • Employment-related information

Website Usage Information:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring websites
  • Device information

How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

  • Website forms and online applications
  • Email communications
  • Phone conversations
  • In-person meetings and events
  • Surveys and feedback forms
  • Cookies and similar technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Membership Services:

  • Processing membership applications
  • Providing member benefits and services
  • Communicating updates and announcements
  • Organizing events and training programs

Business Operations:

  • Responding to inquiries and requests
  • Providing legal and advisory services
  • Conducting research and surveys
  • Improving our services and website

Legal and Compliance:

  • Meeting regulatory requirements
  • Protecting our rights and interests
  • Preventing fraud and unauthorized access

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers:

With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing services, subject to confidentiality agreements.

Legal Requirements:

When required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the Federation, our members, or others.

Business Transfers:

In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to appropriate confidentiality protections.

Consent:

With your explicit consent for specific purposes.

Important: We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure data transmission protocols
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments
  • Employee training on data protection
  • Secure data storage systems

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it was collected.

7. Your Rights

Depending on applicable law, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access

Request access to your personal information

Correction

Request correction of inaccurate information

Deletion

Request deletion of your information

Portability

Request transfer of your information

Objection

Object to certain processing activities

Withdrawal

Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Cookie Management

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Stay Informed

We recommend reviewing this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

St. Lucia Employers Federation

Address:Sans Souci, Castries

Website: www.sluef.org

Business Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of St. Lucia and any applicable international data protection regulations.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date last updated and supersedes all previous versions.