Privacy & Transparency Statement
"Effective communication requires trust. Our commitment to your data privacy is the bedrock of the global academic dialogue."
01. Data Governance
We collect only the necessary information required to facilitate academic competitions and provide certification services. Our collection protocols are audited quarterly for compliance.
Legal Basis for Processing
Processing is conducted under Article 6(1)(b) of the GDPR for the performance of the membership contract.
| Category of Data | Purpose for Collection | Retention Period |
|---|---|---|
| Identity Data | User registration, age verification for junior competitions, and academic credentials. | Duration of Membership + 2 Years |
| Performance Data | Debate scores, ranking history, and oratorical video recordings for evaluation. | Permanent Archive |
| Technical Metadata | IP address, browser type, and platform engagement metrics for security. | 12 Months |
| Financial Data | Transaction history and billing address (Council does not store CC numbers). | 7 Years (Tax Compliance) |
02. Corporate Interconnectivity
The Global Speech and Debate Council (GSDC) is a strategic academic division of Kanha Resources.
Certain operational data, specifically regarding global infrastructure management and large-scale cloud logistics, is processed by our parent entity to ensure global availability and site reliability. Kanha Resources adheres to the same stringent privacy standards as the Council.
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Unified Security Architecture
Shared threat intelligence across the Kanha ecosystem protects your personal records from sophisticated cyber threats.
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Intra-Group Data Transfers
All sharing is governed by Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to ensure equivalent protection across jurisdictions.
Kanha Resources
Parent entity providing global cloud infrastructure and security frameworks for GSDC operations.
03. Preference Center
Manage your tracking preferences and cookie permissions.
Essential Cookies
Required for security and core functionality. Cannot be disabled.
Performance Analytics
Helps us understand how students interact with the portal.
Personalization
Allows the portal to remember your layout and language settings.
International Data Rights
Regardless of your geographic location, GSDC honors the rights granted under the GDPR and CCPA, including the right to access, the right to rectification, and the "Right to be Forgotten."
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For formal inquiries regarding our data processing activities, please contact our Data Protection Officer.