Little Lights CIC

Last Updated: August 2025

Introduction

Little Lights CIC is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal information when individuals interact with our organisation through our website, programmes, events, volunteer opportunities, funding applications, donations and community activities.

We are committed to complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018 and all applicable privacy legislation.

By engaging with Little Lights CIC, you agree that your information may be processed in accordance with this policy.

Who We Are

Little Lights CIC is a Community Interest Company based in Birmingham, United Kingdom.

Our mission is to support children, young people, families and vulnerable members of the community through wellbeing, education, inclusion and community development initiatives.

For any questions relating to this policy please contact:

Little Lights CIC
Email: info@littlelightscic.co.uk

Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

Personal Information

  • Full name
  • Address
  • Telephone number
  • Email address
  • Date of birth (where necessary)
  • Emergency contact information

Volunteer Information

  • Application forms
  • References
  • DBS information where applicable
  • Training records

Programme Participation Information

  • Attendance records
  • Evaluation forms
  • Feedback surveys
  • Eligibility information for funded programmes

Website Information

When you visit our website we may collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Website usage data
  • Cookies and analytics information

Why We Collect Information

We collect information in order to:

  • Deliver our services and programmes.
  • Process volunteer applications.
  • Manage safeguarding responsibilities.
  • Evaluate project outcomes.
  • Communicate with participants and supporters.
  • Apply for and report on grants.
  • Meet legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Improve our services.

We only collect information that is relevant and necessary.

Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR we process information on one or more of the following lawful bases:

  • Consent
  • Contract
  • Legal obligation
  • Legitimate interests
  • Protection of vital interests

How We Store Information

We take appropriate measures to ensure information remains secure.

These measures include:

  • Password-protected systems
  • Secure cloud storage
  • Restricted staff access
  • Secure disposal of records
  • Regular reviews of data security practices

Only authorised individuals have access to personal information.

Sharing Information

We will never sell personal information.

Information may occasionally be shared with:

  • Funding organisations
  • Regulatory bodies
  • Professional advisers
  • Safeguarding agencies
  • Law enforcement where legally required

Information will only be shared when necessary and lawful.

Safeguarding and Protection

Where safeguarding concerns arise, Little Lights CIC may share relevant information with appropriate agencies to protect children, young people or vulnerable adults from harm.

Such disclosures will only occur when considered necessary and proportionate.

How Long We Keep Information

We only retain information for as long as necessary.

Retention periods vary depending on:

  • Legal obligations
  • Funding requirements
  • Safeguarding responsibilities
  • Operational needs

Information that is no longer required will be securely deleted or destroyed.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of information where appropriate.
  • Restrict processing.
  • Object to processing.
  • Withdraw consent.
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and monitor website performance.

Users may manage cookie settings through their browser preferences.

Changes to this Policy

This policy may be reviewed and updated periodically.

The most recent version will always be available on our website.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Cindy Frizzotti
Director
Little Lights CIC

Email: info@littlelightscic.co.uk