Privacy Statement

1. Introduction

AIM Centre (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of everyone who interacts with us. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, subscribe to our updates, or participate in our programmes.

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), the Data Protection Acts 1988–2018, and all relevant Irish and EU data protection laws.

2. Data Controller

The Data Controller responsible for your personal data is:

AIM Centre
Market Place, Sligo, F91 WV7R
Email: info@aimcentre.ie
Website: https://www.aimcentre.ie

3. How We Collect Personal Data

We collect personal data directly from you and, in some cases, from trusted partners or service providers. This may occur when you:

  • Register for a training programme or event

  • Subscribe to our mailing list or newsletters

  • Submit an enquiry through our website or social media channels

  • Apply to participate in our initiatives or partnerships

  • Provide feedback or take part in a survey

We may also collect limited technical information (e.g. IP address, browser type) through cookies and analytics tools to help us improve our website.

4. Types of Personal Data We Collect

The personal data we may collect includes:

  • Contact information: name, email address, phone number, postal address

  • Professional details: employer, job title, sector

  • Programme participation data: application forms, attendance, and feedback

  • Technical data: IP address, browser details, device type

  • Marketing preferences: your consent to receive updates from us

We do not collect sensitive personal data unless it is necessary and only with your explicit consent.

5. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your personal data to:

  • Administer and deliver our programmes, training, and events

  • Communicate with you about your participation or enquiries

  • Send newsletters or updates, if you have subscribed

  • Evaluate and improve our programmes and services

  • Comply with our legal and regulatory obligations

We will never sell your personal data to third parties.

6. Legal Bases for Processing

We process personal data on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: where you have opted in to receive marketing or communications

  • Contract: to provide services or programmes you have registered for

  • Legal obligation: to comply with relevant laws or funding requirements

  • Legitimate interest: to manage and improve our website, operations, and stakeholder relationships

7. Email Subscriptions and Marketing

If you choose to subscribe to our communications:

  • You will receive updates about AIM Centre’s programmes, initiatives, and opportunities.

  • You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.

  • We use trusted email service providers that comply with GDPR to send our newsletters securely.

8. Disclosure of Personal Data

We may share limited personal data with:

  • Government agencies or funding bodies where required by contract or law

  • Partner organisations and training providers involved in programme delivery

  • Third-party service providers for website hosting, analytics, or email management

All third parties are required to process your data securely and only for the agreed purpose.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law, funding agreements, or audit obligations.

10. International Transfers

Where data must be transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure it is protected by EU-approved safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or transfers to countries with adequacy decisions.

11. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion of your data

  • Withdraw consent to marketing communications

  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities

  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@aimcentre.ie.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission at www.dataprotection.ie.

12. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality and user experience.
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser or our cookie consent tool. For more information, please see our Cookie Policy.

13. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data against loss, unauthorised access, alteration, or misuse. Access to personal data is limited to authorised personnel who require it for legitimate business purposes.

14. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date displayed above.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or how AIM Centre handles your personal data, please contact:

AIM Centre
Email: info@aimcentre.ie
Address: Market Place, Sligo, F91 WV7R