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Black Thrive

Privacy Policy

Black Thrive Global CIC

Last updated: 26 May 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Black Thrive Global CIC (“Black Thrive”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information when you interact with our website, services, events, programmes, communications, and digital platforms.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data transparently, fairly, and in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

This policy applies to all visitors, partners, stakeholders, service users, applicants, and individuals who engage with Black Thrive.

2. Who We Are

Black Thrive Global CIC is a Black-led systems change organisation working to improve the mental health and wellbeing of Black communities.

Registered Office:
167–169 Great Portland Street
5th Floor
London
England
W1W 5PF

Email: lambeth@blackthrive.org
Website: https://lambeth.blackthrive.org

3. Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Black Thrive has appointed an external Data Protection Officer service provided by:

Ametros Group Limited
Fourth Floor
Broadway House
32–35 Broad Street
Hereford
HR4 9AR

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or how your personal data is handled, you may contact:

Email: lambeth@blackthrive.org

4. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

Personal Information

  • Full name
  • Date of birth
  • Gender
  • Job title and organisation

Contact Information

  • Email address
  • Telephone number
  • Postal address

Technical Information

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Website usage data
  • Cookie identifiers

Communications & Engagement

  • Email correspondence
  • Survey responses
  • Event registrations
  • Feedback submissions
  • Marketing preferences

Financial Information

Where relevant, we may process limited payment or transaction information securely through trusted third-party providers.

Public Information

Information you make publicly available through social media platforms, websites, or public directories.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without appropriate consent and safeguards.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Deliver programmes, services, and events
  • Respond to enquiries and communications
  • Manage partnerships and stakeholder engagement
  • Send newsletters and updates where consent has been provided
  • Improve our website, communications, and services
  • Conduct research, learning, and impact evaluation
  • Maintain organisational security and prevent fraud
  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations

We will only process your personal data where we have a lawful basis to do so.

6. Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent
    Where you have given clear consent for us to process your data.
  • Legitimate Interests
    Where processing is necessary for our legitimate organisational interests, provided your rights are not overridden.
  • Contractual Necessity
    Where processing is necessary to fulfil a contract or agreement.
  • Legal Obligation
    Where processing is necessary to comply with legal or regulatory requirements.

You may withdraw your consent at any time.

7. Marketing Communications

Where you have opted in, we may contact you with:

  • Newsletters
  • Event invitations
  • Reports and publications
  • Programme updates
  • Organisational announcements

You can unsubscribe at any time by:

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

8. Sharing Your Information

We may share personal data with trusted third-party providers who support our operations, including:

  • IT and website providers
  • Email and communications platforms
  • Research and evaluation partners
  • Professional advisers
  • Legal and regulatory bodies where required

All third parties are required to handle personal data securely and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

9. International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers may process data outside the United Kingdom or European Economic Area (EEA).

Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including approved contractual protections and secure processing arrangements.

10. Data Retention

We only retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, financial, reporting, and safeguarding requirements.

Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the information and legal obligations.

11. How We Protect Your Data

We take data security seriously and implement appropriate technical and organisational measures, including:

  • Secure systems and encryption
  • Access controls
  • Staff training
  • Secure third-party platforms
  • Regular monitoring and security reviews

While we take reasonable steps to protect your information, no online transmission can ever be guaranteed completely secure.

12. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Request transfer of your data
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact:
lambeth@blackthrive.org

You can also contact the ICO directly:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

13. Cookies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyse website traffic, and support website functionality.

Cookies may collect:

  • Device information
  • Website behaviour
  • Session information
  • Analytics data

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Please read our Cookie Policy alongside this Privacy Policy for further information about how we use cookies and similar technologies.

14. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites and third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal, operational, or organisational changes.

The latest version will always be published on our website with the updated revision date.

16. Contact Us

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

Black Thrive Global CIC
167–169 Great Portland Street
5th Floor
London
England
W1W 5PF

Email: lambeth@blackthrive.org
Website: https://lambeth.blackthrive.org