This website is operated by Nadia Asheg (Bays Connect), a freelance community champion providing support to charities, community organisations, businesses, and individuals.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact me at: Email: nadiaasheg7@outlook.com
2. Information I Collect
I may collect and process the following personal information:
From organisations (charities, businesses, community groups):
Name and job title
Email address and phone number
Organisation details
Project or service requirements
From individuals (including volunteers or referrals):
Name and contact details
Skills, interests, and availability
Relevant referral or support information
Technical information:
IP address
Browser type and device information
Website usage data (e.g. pages visited)
3. How I Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
Respond to enquiries
Provide community support and freelance services
Match individuals with volunteering or support opportunities
Manage projects, referrals, and placements
Communicate updates and service-related information
Maintain appropriate service and safeguarding records
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Your data is processed in line with applicable UK data protection law, including UK GDPR.
I rely on the following lawful bases:
Consent (where you have agreed)
Contract (to deliver services you request)
Legitimate interests (to run and improve services)
5. Sensitive Information
Some services may involve handling sensitive or personal support information (for example, referral details or support needs).
Where this applies:
Only necessary information is collected
Information is kept strictly confidential
Appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data
6. Sharing Your Information
I do not sell or trade personal data.
Your information may be shared only when necessary, for example with:
Trusted partner organisations (e.g. charities, housing providers, community groups)
Service providers who support business operations (e.g. email or IT systems)
All third parties are expected to handle your data securely and appropriately.
7. Data Storage and Retention
Your personal data is stored securely and only kept for as long as necessary to:
Deliver services
Meet safeguarding requirements
Comply with legal, financial, or regulatory obligations
8. Cookies and Website Usage
This website may use cookies to:
Improve website performance
Understand how visitors use the site
Enhance user experience
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Object to or restrict processing
Request data portability (in certain cases)
To exercise your rights, contact: nadiaasheg7@outlook.com
10. Data Security
Appropriate technical and organisational measures are in place to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
11. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. The most recent version will always be available on this page.