Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we keep it safe. 

1. What we collect

We may collect: 

  • Basic usage data such as pages visited, links clicked, and time spent on the site for research and statistical purposes  
  • Device information such as browser type and general location (not your exact address). 
  • Information you choose to share if you contact us (for example, questions or feedback). 
  • Please avoid sharing personal information you do not want recorded. 

2. How we use your information

We use information to: 

  • Improve the website and content 
  • Understand what resources young people find helpful 
  • Respond to questions or feedback you send us 
  • Report anonymous, combined trends to partners or funders (non-identifying for the individual user)  

We do not sell your information.

3. Cookies

  • This site may use cookies or similar tools to remember preferences and understand how people use the site. You can change cookie settings in your browser, although some features may not work as well. 

4. Sharing information

  • We may share anonymous, aggregated data with project partners, researchers, collaborators, or funders to help evaluate and improve the resource. We do not share personally identifying information unless: 
  • you give permission 
  • we are legally required to do so 
  • there is a serious risk of harm and sharing is necessary to keep someone safe

5. Security

We take reasonable steps to protect information on this site. However, no website can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Please use the site carefully and avoid providing personal details. 

6. Links to other websites

We link to other services and resources. Their privacy practices are different to ours. Check their policies before sharing personal information with them. 

7. Access, corrections or questions

If you have questions about privacy or would like to request access to, or correction of, information we hold about you, contact us via email at diverse-youth.study@sydney.edu.au, or through our contact form here

If you have concerns about privacy, you may also contact the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).