SASNM Protection of Personal Information (POPI) Act Compliance
At the South African Society of Nuclear Medicine (SASNM), we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all personal information in compliance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA).
1. Purpose of the POPI Act
The POPI Act regulates how personal information is processed, stored, and protected to ensure it is handled responsibly and securely. SASNM respects and upholds your right to privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with this legislation.
2. What Information Do We Collect?
We collect and process personal information for specific, lawful purposes including, but not limited to:
- Membership registrations and renewals
- Event registration (such as conferences, webinars, and other professional activities)
- Communication with members, sponsors, and stakeholders
- Subscription to newsletters or information bulletins
- Facilitating invoicing, payment processing, and financial transactions
The types of personal information we may collect include:
- Full name
- Contact details (email address, phone number, and mailing address)
- Professional qualifications and employment information
- Payment and financial details for event registrations or membership fees
3. How Do We Use Your Information?
SASNM uses personal information in ways that are consistent with the purpose for which it was collected. This includes:
- Administration and management of memberships
- Event organization and communication
- Responding to inquiries or providing information requested
- Improving the functionality and user experience of our website
- Compliance with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
We do not sell or share personal information with third parties unless required for processing payments, organizing events, or complying with legal requirements.
4. Data Protection
SASNM takes the protection of your personal information seriously. We have implemented appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or loss of your personal data. These measures include:
- Securing all data transmitted on our website via encryption
- Limiting access to personal information to authorized personnel only
- Regular reviews of our data security practices and compliance measures
5. Your Rights
In line with POPIA, you have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request the correction or deletion of your personal information
- Object to the processing of your personal information
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator if you believe your personal data has been compromised
6. Consent
By providing your personal information to SASNM, you consent to its processing in accordance with the purposes stated in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us, although this may impact our ability to provide certain services to you.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about how your personal information is handled or would like to exercise your rights under POPIA, please contact us at:
South African Society of Nuclear Medicine (SASNM)
Email: info@sasnm.com