Pastoral Formation in the United States

1. Introduction

At Instituto Fe y Vida, we respect and protect the privacy of all individuals who interact with our programs, services, and digital platforms. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information that users provide when visiting our website, registering for our programs, or contacting us. By using this website or providing your personal information, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Data Controller

The data controller is: Instituto Fe y Vida, Ministry of the Christian Brothers of La Salle – Midwest District, Romeoville, Illinois, USA.

Contact email:
info@feyvida.org

3. Information Collected

We may collect different types of personal information when you interact with our website or participate in our programs: Personally identifiable information, First and last name, Email address, Telephone number, City, state, or country of residence, Diocese or pastoral community information, Additional information for programs.

During the registration process for events or training programs, we may also request: Preferred language, Marital status, Relevant health information (e.g., allergies), Insurance or policy information, Details related to accommodation or participation in activities, Technical information

When you visit our website, we may also collect: IP address, Browser type, Device information, Pages visited within the site, Browsing data via cookies.

4. Purpose of Data Use

The personal information collected is used for the following purposes: managing registrations for programs, courses, or events; processing payments and confirming registrations; sending information about the Institute's activities and programs; responding to requests for information or contact; improving the browsing experience on the website; and generating internal statistics to improve our services.

Under no circumstances will we use personal information for purposes other than those described without the user's consent.

5. Data Protection and Storage

Instituto Fe y Vida implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against: unauthorized access, data loss, misuse, alteration, or unauthorized disclosure.

Data is stored in secure systems, and only authorized personnel may access it when necessary to fulfill the purposes of the service.

6. Information Sharing

Instituto Fe y Vida does not sell or trade personal information. In some cases, information may be shared with third parties only when necessary for the operation of our services, for example: payment platforms, event registration and management tools, and website technology providers.

In these cases, the providers are obligated to comply with appropriate data protection standards.

7. Use of Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance the user experience.

Cookies allow us to: remember browsing preferences, analyze website usage, and improve website performance and functionality.

Users can configure their browser to reject or delete cookies if they wish.

8. User Rights

Individuals who have provided their personal data have the right to: access their personal information, request the correction of inaccurate data, request the deletion of their information, and withdraw their consent for the use of their data.

To exercise these rights, you can contact us via email at: info@feyvida.org

9. Protection of Minors

The programs of the Fe y Vida Institute are primarily aimed at individuals over 18 years of age. If information is collected from minors in pastoral or educational activities, it will only be done with the consent of their parents or legal guardians.

10. Changes to the Privacy Policy

Instituto Fe y Vida may update this Privacy Policy when necessary to reflect legal changes or improvements to our services. Modifications will be published on this same page and will take effect upon publication.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, you can contact us at:

E-mail:
info@feyvida.org