Effective Date: [29th July 2025]

The General Counsel Wellbeing Network (GCWN) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled responsibly, in line with the UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and applicable privacy laws.

1. Who We Are

GCWN is a peer-led leadership and wellbeing network for senior in-house legal professionals.
Our website: www.gcwellbeing.org
Contact: hello@gcwellbeing.org

2. What Data We Collect

We only collect the personal data we need to provide value to our members and community:

• Name and email address (for newsletters, event invitations, and community updates)

• Optional information provided through events or surveys (e.g., job title, organisation)

We do not collect sensitive personal data (special category data) through our mailing list or website.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your data is used only for:

• Sending monthly newsletters and leadership insights

• Sending invitations to GCWN events (workshops, webinars, and networking opportunities)

• Sharing relevant network updates (e.g., new chapters, sponsor collaborations)

We will never sell your data or use it for unrelated purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data under either:

• Your consent (via sign-up forms or landing pages)

• Legitimate interest (if you are a senior in-house legal professional who has engaged with GCWN and the content is relevant to your role)

You can withdraw consent at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in our emails or contacting us directly.

5. Data Sharing and Security

• Your data is stored securely using trusted third-party providers (e.g., ConvertKit for newsletters).

• Data is not shared with sponsors; they may only see aggregate, anonymised insights.

• WhatsApp groups are voluntary and members may leave at any time.

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Complain to your local data protection authority if you have concerns

Contact hello@gcwellbeing.org for any data requests.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or until you unsubscribe.

8. Updates to this Policy

We may update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in how we operate.
The latest version will always be available on our website.

Contact:
General Counsel Wellbeing Network
Email: hello@gcwellbeing.org