Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 12th August 2025

The Multicultural Business & Entrepreneur Network is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website, sign up for our services, or register for events through third-party platforms such as LinkedIn, Eventbrite, and Humanitix.

By accessing or using our website or services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

  1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information through the following channels:

  1. Information You Provide Directly
  • Membership registration (via ARMember): Name, email address, username, password, and other profile data
  • Contact forms: Name, email address, and message contents
  • Newsletter subscriptions (via Mailchimp): Name, email address, communication preferences
  • Event registrations via:
    • LinkedIn
    • Eventbrite
    • Humanitix

Depending on the platform, we may receive:

  • Your name, email address, job title, company, LinkedIn profile
  • Ticket/order details and any information you voluntarily provide when registering
  1. Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect technical data when you interact with our website, including:

  • IP address, browser type, device type, referral URLs
  • Pages visited, session duration, and other usage data

We use Google Analytics to help us understand site performance and visitor behavior.

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect to:

  • Provide access to member-only areas and content
  • Respond to inquiries or support requests
  • Send newsletters and updates via Mailchimp (if opted in)
  • Manage and communicate with event registrants (via third-party platforms)
  • Analyze website traffic and improve functionality (via Google Analytics)
  • Maintain security and comply with legal obligations

3. Event Registration Platforms

We use third-party platforms to manage event registrations and ticketing. Registration does not occur on our website directly.

  1. LinkedIn Events

If you register via LinkedIn, we may receive your name, email address, job title, company, and LinkedIn profile. This information is used solely for event communication and follow-up.
View LinkedIn’s Privacy Policy: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy

  1. Eventbrite

When you register through Eventbrite, we receive your name, email address, ticket selection, and any additional details you provide during checkout.
View Eventbrite’s Privacy Policy: 

https://www.eventbrite.com/support/articles/en_US/Troubleshooting/eventbrite-privacy-policy

  1. Humanitix

When registering via Humanitix, we receive your name, email address, ticket details, and other registration-related information.
View Humanitix’s Privacy Policy: https://www.humanitix.com/privacy-policy

  1. Use of Registration Information

By registering for an event through LinkedIn, Facebook, Eventbrite, or Humanitix, you consent to us using your registration information (such as your name and email address) to:

  • Confirm your registration and share event details
  • Send pre-event and post-event communications, such as reminders, recordings, or surveys
  • Communicate changes or updates
  • Notify you of similar future events or programs you may be interested in

If you opt in during registration, we may also use your information to:

  • Send general news, updates, and promotional content (e.g., newsletters, blog posts, announcements)

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly. We will not send you marketing communications without your consent.

  1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain user sessions and logins (for members)
  • Analyze website usage via Google Analytics
  • Track email engagement (opens/clicks) through Mailchimp

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Some features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

  1. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party tools to support our operations. These may collect or process your data in accordance with their own policies:

  • ARMember – For membership management
  • Mailchimp – For email marketing and communications
  • Google Analytics – For site performance and traffic analysis
  • LinkedIn, Eventbrite, Humanitix – For event registrations and ticketing
  • The Events Calendar – For listing events only
  1. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data:

  • With third-party services listed above
  • With event co-hosts or sponsors only if you give explicit consent
  • To comply with legal obligations or respond to law enforcement requests
  • To prevent fraud, ensure safety, or enforce our terms
  1. Email Communications

If you opt in to receive emails from us, we may send:

  • Newsletters
  • Event announcements
  • Promotional offers

You can unsubscribe at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us.

  1. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. However, no website is completely secure. Please keep your login credentials confidential and alert us to any suspicious activity.

  1. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information
  • Object to or restrict how we process your data
  • Withdraw consent for email communications
  • File a complaint with a data protection authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@mben.au.

  1. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” above reflects the latest version. By continuing to use our site after updates, you accept the revised policy.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Multicultural Business & Entrepreneur Network
Email: info@mben.au
Address: 307 Peachey Road, Munno Para, SA 5115