Privacy Policy

Who we are

At Bengali Association Singapore, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our members, volunteers, donors, and other individuals associated with our non-profit cultural organization. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data in compliance with the applicable data protection laws and regulations in Singapore.

Our website address is: https://www.bas.sg

By continuing to engage with Bengali Association Singapore, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. Thank you for being part of our cultural community!

Revided Date: 6 Aug 2023

Collection of Data

1. Collection of Personal Information: We may collect personal information directly from you when you register as a member, volunteer, or donor, or when you interact with us through our website, events, or other activities. The types of personal data we collect may include but are not limited to:

• Name, date of birth, and contact information (address, email, phone number) of yourself and family members
• Nationality and occupation
• Financial information for donation purposes
• Photographs or videos taken during events

1. Purpose of Data Collection: We collect and process your personal data for the following purposes:

• • To manage your membership, volunteering activities, and donations
  • To communicate with you about our events, activities, and updates
  • To invite you to participate in our cultural programs and initiatives
  • To send you newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)
  • To maintain internal records and administrative purposes

Data Privacy & Security

1. Disclosure of Personal Information: We will not disclose your personal data to third parties without your explicit consent, except as required or permitted by law. However, we may share your information with our trusted service providers who assist us in conducting our operations, provided they comply with data protection laws.
2. Data Security: We take reasonable and appropriate measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
3. Retention of Personal Information: We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.
4. Your Rights: You have the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal data held by us. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, you may do so on our website with your account login. Alternatively, please contact us at the provided contact details below.

Website Usage

1. Cookies and Analytics: Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Additionally, we may use analytics tools to collect information about your visit to improve our website’s functionality and content. This information is anonymized and used for statistical purposes only.
2. Links to Third-Party Websites: Our website may contain links to third-party websites. Please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these external sites before providing any personal information.
3. Changes to the Privacy Policy: We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes through our website or other appropriate communication channels.
4. Contact Us: If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:Bengali Association Singapore Address: 1 Scotts Road #24-10, Shaw Center ​Singapore 228208; Email: mc@bas.sg Phone: +65 9655 1463