We are committed to protecting your personal information and maintaining transparency about how we handle your data. This Privacy Policy outlines our commitment in accordance with the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), and any other relevant laws. It reflects our dedication to culturally respectful engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

This Privacy Policy applies to information collected online through the Gargun website (www.gargun.com.au) and any associated platforms ("the Site"). By visiting our Site, you agree that your visit and any dispute regarding your personal information is governed by this Privacy Policy.

‍Information We Collect
1. Personal Information You Provide
‍We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and organisation details. This information is collected when you:
Submit an enquiry
Subscribe to our mailing list
Register for workshops, training, or consulting services

‍2. Automatically Collected Information
‍We may collect information automatically when you use our Site, such as your browser type, IP address, device information, and browsing behaviour. This data helps us improve the performance and functionality of our Site.

‍3. Cookies
‍We use cookies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies allow us to recognise your browser and remember certain information. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect the Site's functionality.

‍How We Use Your Information
‍We may use your personal information to:
Respond to enquiries or provide requested services
Deliver relevant updates, newsletters, or service announcements
Improve our website and services
Understand our audience to better support communities
Comply with legal obligations
We will not use or disclose your personal information for purposes unrelated to the services we provide without your consent, unless required or authorised by law.

‍Third Party Disclosure
‍We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in delivering our services, including IT, website hosting, and communications platforms. These parties are bound by confidentiality and privacy obligations.
We may also disclose personal information:
To protect the rights, property, or safety of Gargun, its clients, or the community
As required by law or legal processes
In the event of a business restructure or transfer of ownership

‍Security
‍We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, interference, loss, and unauthorised access, modification, or disclosure. However, no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure. You share your information with us at your own risk.

‍Cultural Considerations
‍Gargun is committed to engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in a culturally safe and respectful manner. We take special care to ensure that information shared by Indigenous clients and communities is handled with sensitivity, respect for cultural protocols, and in alignment with community expectations.

‍Access and Correction
‍You may request access to the personal information we hold about you or request corrections if it is inaccurate or outdated. Please contact us using the details below.

‍Links to Third Party Sites
‍Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

‍Changes to This Policy
‍We may update this Privacy Policy as necessary to reflect changes in law, technology, or our operations. We will post the updated policy on our website with a revised effective date.