Effective Date: October 01, 2023

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Greetings and a warm welcome to the attendees, participants, and observers of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Model United Nations Conference, affectionately termed "FDRMUN", proudly hosted within the vibrant academic precincts of the International School of Bucharest (ISB). This esteemed event is meticulously organized under the auspices of Lumina Institutii de Invatamant S.A. ("Lumina"), a vanguard institution in the realm of educational excellence in Romania.

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This comprehensive Privacy Policy is to delineate with clarity the protocols employed by Lumina in the systematic collection, utilization, and dissemination of information pertaining to individuals interacting with our diverse array of digital interfaces, including but not limited to, our expansive websites, user-centric mobile applications, and a plethora of other online products and services, collectively referred to hereinafter as the "Services". Furthermore, this document encompasses interactions you may have with us directly.

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Your decision to engage with our Services inherently implies your informed consent to the procedures and practices regarding the collection, utilization, and disclosure of your personal information as outlined in the ensuing sections of this Privacy Policy.

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1. Categorization of Information Accumulation

 

1.1 Information Actively Furnished by Users

 

We actively gather information that you, as a user, willingly provide to us. This encompasses a variety of interactions such as account creation, participation in interactive facets of the Services, completion of various forms, electronic correspondence, applications for voluntary roles, financial transactions, or solicitation of customer support.

 

The spectrum of information we may accumulate includes, but is not limited to: Personal Identification Name, Email Address, Affiliation with Educational or Organizational Entities, Date of Birth, Gender Specification, Nationality, Dietary Preferences or Restrictions, Social Media Identifiers (Voluntary Disclosure), Photographic, Video, and Other Media Content (Voluntary Disclosure)

 

1.2 Information Acquired Automagically

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In the course of utilizing our Services, we automatically collect certain information about you, which includes:

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Log Information: This encompasses the collection of log files and device-related information as you access and utilize our Services. This data range includes your IP address, browser type, operating system details, the referring web page, pages navigated, geographical location, mobile network provider, device specifics (inclusive of device and application identifiers), search terms entered, cookie data, and other pertinent usage statistics; Usage Data: We compile information about your interaction with our Services, such as visit duration, features engaged with, and content viewed or downloaded; Cookie Data: Our use of cookies and analogous tracking technologies is aimed at gathering information about your interactions with our Services. This includes data on browsing patterns, pages viewed, clicked links, and other actions taken in connection with the Services.

 

2. Application of Your Information

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We employ the information collected for a multitude of purposes, which encompass, but are not limited to: Enhancement, maintenance, and augmentation of our Services; Dispatch of technical notifications, updates, security advisories, and administrative messages; Response to queries, comments, and requests while providing exemplary customer service; Communication about products, services, offers, promotions, rewards, and events proffered by Lumina, along with pertinent news and information believed to be of interest to you; Personalization of the Services experience, including the provision of targeted advertisements, content, or features aligned with user profiles or interests; Monitoring and analysis of trends, user engagement, and activities in relation to our Services; Detection, investigation, and prevention of fraudulent activities to safeguard the rights and properties of Lumina and others; Fulfillment of any other purpose for which the information was initially collected.

 

Lumina, with its foundation in Romania, adheres to Romanian law in the governance of information collection. Your use of our Services or provision of information to us signifies your agreement to the processing and transfer of information within and possibly to countries outside Romania.

 

3. Disclosure of Your Information

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We may share information about you in the following scenarios or as otherwise detailed in this Privacy Policy: In response to information requests if we ascertain that such disclosure aligns with, or is mandated by, applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes; If your actions are deemed incongruent with our user agreements or policies, or to safeguard the rights, properties, and safety of Lumina or others; With your explicit consent or direction.

Additionally, we may share aggregated or anonymized information, which cannot be reasonably utilized to identify you.

 

4. Third-Party Advertising and Analytics Services

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We do not permit third parties to render analytics services on our behalf across the Lumina network.

 

5. Information Storage Duration

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The information we collect is stored for a duration necessary for the purposes for which it was initially gathered. We may retain certain information for legitimate business needs or as legally required.

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6. International Transfer of Information

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FDRMUN staunchly commits to never transferring your personal information outside the territory of the European Union.

 

7. Your Rights and Options

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7.1 Access and Modification of Your Information

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You may request access to and modification of the personal information you have provided by contacting us at mun@isb.ro. We will endeavor to accommodate your requests within reasonable limits.

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7.2 Cookie Preferences

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Most web browsers accept cookies by default. However, you have the option to configure your browser to reject or remove browser cookies, or to decline cookies on our website, fdrmun.org. Be aware that choosing to reject or remove cookies may impact the availability and functionality of our Services.

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7.3 Opting Out of Promotional Communications

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You may choose to opt-out of receiving promotional messages from FDRMUN by adhering to the instructions in those messages or by contacting us at mun@isb.ro. Opting out does not preclude us from sending you non-promotional communications, such as those about your account or our ongoing conferences or events.

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8. Privacy of Children

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Our Services are not designed for children below the age of 13, and we do not intentionally collect personal information from children under this age. If we discover that we have inadvertently gathered personal information from a child under 13, we will take immediate steps to delete this information. If you suspect that we may have information from a child under 13, please contact us at mun@isb.ro.

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9. Ownership of Participant-Generated Content

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At FDRMUN, we deeply value the intellectual contributions of our participants, including both the background guides prepared by our chairs and the resolutions drafted by our attendees. We consider these materials, even those in the process of being developed, as essential assets of the FDRMUN conference. As such, all participant-generated content that we have access to through our platforms or submissions becomes the property of FDRMUN and Lumina Institutii de Invatamant S.A.

We reserve the right to use, distribute, and display these works as part of our conference materials, promotional content, or in any other manner that supports the mission and activities of FDRMUN. We are committed to safeguarding these materials against unauthorized deletion, alteration, or tampering. Should any individual engage in such actions, we will take all necessary legal steps to prosecute the offender to the fullest extent permitted by law.

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10. Collection and Use of Precise Location Information for Financial Aid Allocation

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To further our commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, FDRMUN utilizes technology to automatically identify potential financial aid needs among our participants. When you interact with specific digital touchpoints, such as applying through our shortlink apply.fdrmun.org, we collect precise location information. This data is seamlessly integrated with the World Bank's Subnational Poverty and Inequality Database, allowing us to assess and allocate financial aid more effectively.

This innovative approach ensures that financial assistance is directed where it is most needed, enabling a wider range of students to participate in our enriching MUN experience. The collection and use of precise location information are conducted with the utmost respect for privacy and data protection standards, aiming to expand opportunities without compromising personal privacy.

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11. Amendments to This Privacy Policy

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We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy periodically. Should changes occur, we will notify you by updating the date at the top of the policy and, in certain instances, providing additional notice (such as a statement on our homepage or a notification). We encourage regular review of the Privacy Policy when you access our Services or interact with us to remain informed about our information practices and your available choices.

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12. Contact Information

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For inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

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FDRMUN
International School of Bucharest
Șoseaua Gării Cățelu, Nr. 1R, Sector 3, 032991, Bucharest, Romania
Email: mun@isb.ro