Privacy Statement

Consilium Institute
Effective Date: November 22, 2025

Introduction

Consilium Institute (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors to our website at www.consiliuminstitute.org. This Privacy Statement describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our publications, attend our events, or otherwise interact with our organization.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
  • Professional Information: Organization, title, area of expertise
  • Event Registration: Information provided when registering for seminars, conferences, or webinars
  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address and preferences for receiving publications and updates
  • Donations: Payment information and donor details (processed through secure third-party payment processors)
  • Communications: Content of messages you send to us through contact forms or email

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referring website
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze website traffic

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • Research and Publications: To conduct policy research and develop publications
  • Communications: To send newsletters, research updates, event invitations, and other organizational communications
  • Event Management: To process registrations and provide access to seminars and conferences
  • Website Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our website functionality
  • Donor Relations: To process donations and maintain donor records
  • Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, email distribution, payment processing, and event management
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
  • Organizational Partners: With co-sponsors of events or collaborative research projects, with your consent
  • Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated data that does not identify individuals for research or analytical purposes

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of your personal information
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us
  • Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though this may limit website functionality
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal retention requirements

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

International Data Transfers

As a U.S.-based organization, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using our website, you consent to such transfers.

Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post the updated statement on our website with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Consilium Institute
Mt. Hope, New York
Email: communication@consiliuminstitute.org
Website: www.consiliuminstitute.org.