Queensland Child Protection Week – Privacy Policy

Last updated: 11 June 2026

Introduction

Queensland Child Protection Week (QCPW), auspiced by Act for Kids, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and disclose your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).

By using our website or engaging with QCPW activities, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

• Name, email address, phone number and organisation details
• Information submitted through contact forms, grant applications, event registrations or award nominations
• Media consent information (where applicable)
• Any other information you choose to provide

Sensitive Information

We do not intentionally collect sensitive information about children or young people through this website. If sensitive information is provided (e.g., through a nomination or grant application), it will be handled securely and only for the purpose for which it was provided.

Website & Usage Data

• IP address, browser type, device information
• Pages visited, time spent on the site, and referring websites
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies used to improve website performance and user experience

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Respond to enquiries or requests
• Process grant applications, award nominations or event registrations
• Send updates, newsletters or campaign information (if you opt in)
• Manage stakeholder engagement and committee communications
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Meet reporting obligations to funding bodies
• Comply with legal or regulatory requirements

We will only use your personal information for the purpose for which it was collected, unless permitted by law.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may disclose information to:

• Act for Kids, as the auspicing organisation
• Service providers assisting with website hosting, email distribution, analytics or event management
• Government agencies or funding bodies, where required for grant reporting
• Committee members or working groups, where relevant to QCPW operations
• Legal or regulatory authorities, when required by law

Where information is shared with third‑party providers, we take reasonable steps to ensure they comply with privacy obligations.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies to:

• Improve site performance
• Understand how visitors use the site
• Enhance user experience

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some features may not function as intended.

Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. This includes secure storage systems, restricted access and appropriate data handling practices.

However, no method of online transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites. QCPW is not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Accessing or Correcting Your Information

You may request:

• Access to the personal information we hold about you
• Corrections or updates to your information
• Removal from mailing lists or communications

To make a request, please contact us using the details below. We may require verification of your identity.

Children and Young People

QCPW is committed to child‑safe practices.

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children via this website.
• Any images, stories or contributions from children or young people are only published with appropriate consent.
• Sensitive information relating to children is handled with the highest level of care and confidentiality.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Queensland Child Protection Week

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 0418408062

Google reCAPTCHA v3 Usage Notice

To enhance security and protect against spam and abuse, we utilize Google reCAPTCHA v3 on this site. Use of reCAPTCHA v3 is subject to Google’s Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

What reCAPTCHA collects This version of reCAPTCHA analyses user behaviour on our website without requiring a CAPTCHA challenge. It collects information about interactions with the website, such as mouse movements and interactions with form elements. This helps us determine whether a user is real or bot.

How this data is used The data collected by reCAPTCHA v3 is used solely for the purpose of improving the security and performance of our website and is not used for personalized advertising by Google.