Privacy, Security, and Transparency
Last updated: 29 October 2025
Introduction
Couples for Christ Western Australia (CFC-WA) respects your privacy and values the trust you place in us.
We’re committed to handling your personal information responsibly and in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs).
CFC-WA is a not-for-profit Catholic community organisation. We collect only what we need to stay connected with you — and to help families grow together in faith and service.
By using our website or subscribing to our updates, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
Right now, we only collect:
Your first name (or nickname)
Your email address
You may share this information when you:
Subscribe to our newsletter
Contact us through our website
Register for one of our events or activities
In the future, for activities such as Christian Life Programs, camps, or retreats, we may ask for additional details like:
Full name
Contact number
Emergency contact details
Age or date of birth (if needed for youth or family events)
We’ll always let you know when we’re collecting more information, why we need it, and how it will be used.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Send newsletters and updates about CFC-WA events
Respond to your questions or messages
Manage event registrations
Keep you informed about opportunities to serve and connect
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal details for marketing purposes.
Website Data and Cookies
When you visit cfcwa.org.au, we may collect non-identifying information such as your browser type, device, and pages visited. This helps us improve your browsing experience.
We may use cookies (small files stored on your browser) to remember your preferences and understand how visitors use our site.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the website may not work as intended.
How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, loss, or unauthorised access.
This includes:
Secure, password-protected systems
Limited access for authorised volunteers and administrators only
Your data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected for, unless required by law.
Please note that while we do our best to secure your data, no online transmission is completely risk-free.
Sharing Your Information
We only share your information when necessary to:
Use trusted third-party services (like email or event tools) that help us operate our ministry
Comply with legal or regulatory obligations
Protect the safety or rights of our members and community