Website Policies
Website Policies
Website Policies
1. Accessibility Statement
1. Accessibility Statement
1. Accessibility Statement
At MINN, we believe everyone should be able to use our website. We are committed to making our content accessible, and we follow recognised standards (like Web Content Accessibility Guidelines version 2.1) wherever possible.
If you encounter any barrier — e.g. pages, images, text, forms you can’t use or read — please let us know. We’ll do our best to fix it. Contact us at info@mininetwork.org with:
- The page or feature you’re having trouble with
- The nature of the barrier (what you couldn’t do)
- Your contact info (if you’d like us to follow up)
We aim to respond within 5 working days.
When you make an enquiry or use our services, we may collect:
Your name and contact details (such as email address and phone number)
Information you choose to share about your needs or circumstances
Any other information relevant to your enquiry or service request
We only collect information that is necessary for us to respond to your enquiry and provide appropriate support.
When you make an enquiry or use our services, we may collect:
Your name and contact details (such as email address and phone number)
Information you choose to share about your needs or circumstances
Any other information relevant to your enquiry or service request
We only collect information that is necessary for us to respond to your enquiry and provide appropriate support.
2. Copyright Policy
All original content on this site (text, images, logos, reports, etc.) is owned by MINN (or used with permission).
What you can do:
- View and download content for personal, non‑commercial use
- Quote small parts of our content, so long as you clearly cite MINN as the source
What you can’t do (without permission):
- Copy, distribute, republish or commercialise our materials
- Alter the content and present it as if it’s your own
- Use our logos or branding without explicit written consent
If you believe we have published content that infringes your copyright, contact info@mininetwork.org with a description of the material and your proof of ownership.
We use the information you provide to:
Respond to your enquiries and provide information about our services
Improve our services and website experience
Communicate updates, where you have consented to receive them
Meet our legal and regulatory obligations
Your information will not be used for any purpose unrelated to these activities without your consent.
All original content on this site (text, images, logos, reports, etc.) is owned by MINN (or used with permission).
What you can do:
- View and download content for personal, non‑commercial use
- Quote small parts of our content, so long as you clearly cite MINN as the source
What you can’t do (without permission):
- Copy, distribute, republish or commercialise our materials
- Alter the content and present it as if it’s your own
- Use our logos or branding without explicit written consent
If you believe we have published content that infringes your copyright, contact info@mininetwork.org with a description of the material and your proof of ownership.
3. Privacy Policy
3. Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights.
What we collect:
- Voluntary submissions: name, email, if you fill in forms, newsletters, volunteer sign‑ups, event registration
- Automatically collected data: device type, browser, IP address, pages visited (via analytics tools)
- Donation info: if you donate, payment details (via our bank account)
Why we collect it:
- To respond to enquiries, send newsletters, and manage events
- To understand how people use our website so we can improve it
- To process donations and issue receipts
How we use & share data:
- We won’t sell your personal information
- We may share data with trusted service providers (e.g. email platform, analytics) under strict confidentiality
- We may be legally required to disclose data (e.g. under court order)
Data storage & security:
We store data securely (encrypted where possible). Only staff with a need to access data can do so.
We retain data only as long as needed and then securely delete or anonymise it.
Your rights:
- Request access to your data
- Ask for corrections or deletion
- Opt out of communications
- Lodge a complaint if you think we breached your privacy rights
To exercise any of these, contact info@mininetwork.org.
We may update this policy occasionally and will post the revised version on this page.
All personal data is stored securely, using systems designed to protect it from unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure.
Access to your data is restricted to authorised staff who require it to perform their duties.
This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and your rights.
What we collect:
- Voluntary submissions: name, email, if you fill in forms, newsletters, volunteer sign‑ups, event registration
- Automatically collected data: device type, browser, IP address, pages visited (via analytics tools)
- Donation info: if you donate, payment details (via our bank account)
Why we collect it:
- To respond to enquiries, send newsletters, and manage events
- To understand how people use our website so we can improve it
- To process donations and issue receipts
How we use & share data:
- We won’t sell your personal information
- We may share data with trusted service providers (e.g. email platform, analytics) under strict confidentiality
- We may be legally required to disclose data (e.g. under court order)
Data storage & security:
We store data securely (encrypted where possible). Only staff with a need to access data can do so.
We retain data only as long as needed and then securely delete or anonymise it.
Your rights:
- Request access to your data
- Ask for corrections or deletion
- Opt out of communications
- Lodge a complaint if you think we breached your privacy rights
To exercise any of these, contact info@mininetwork.org.
We may update this policy occasionally and will post the revised version on this page.
4. Disclaimer Policy
4. Disclaimer Policy
4. Disclaimer Policy
The information on this site is provided for general purposes only and does not constitute legal, medical, financial or other professional advice.
While we aim for correctness, MINN makes no guarantees about accuracy, completeness or fitness for purpose. You use the content at your own risk.
MINN is not liable for any losses, damages, or negative outcomes arising from use of the site or reliance on its content.
Links to external websites are for convenience. MINN does not control them and is not responsible for their content or practices.
We will not share your personal information with any third parties unless:
It is necessary to deliver our services to you (for example, referring you to another support provider, with your consent)
We are required by law to do so
We do not sell or rent your information to anyone.
The information on this site is provided for general purposes only and does not constitute legal, medical, financial or other professional advice.
While we aim for correctness, MINN makes no guarantees about accuracy, completeness or fitness for purpose. You use the content at your own risk.
MINN is not liable for any losses, damages, or negative outcomes arising from use of the site or reliance on its content.
Links to external websites are for convenience. MINN does not control them and is not responsible for their content or practices.
5. Community Guidlines
We want MINN’s online spaces (forums, comments, social media, events) to be safe, respectful, inclusive and constructive.
By participating, you agree not to:
- Harass, bully, or threaten others
- Use hate speech, slurs or discriminatory remarks
- Share pornographic, violent or otherwise offensive content
- Impersonate another person
- Post spam or excessive self-promotion
- Violate someone else’s copyright or intellectual property
MINN reserves the right to:
- Remove or hide posts or comments that violate these rules
- Suspend or block users who repeatedly break the guidelines
- Take legal action where necessary
If you see something in violation, report it at info@mininetwork.org
6. Fundraising Policy
6. Fundraising Policy
MINN relies on donations and grants to sustain our work. Here’s how we handle fundraising ethically:
- We accept anonymous donations, but large gifts (NZD 10,000+) may be reviewed.
- We do not accept donations from political parties.
- If a gift may conflict with MINN’s mission, the Board will assess whether to accept or decline it.
- All donations are processed via trusted, secure payment systems.
- We issue receipts and comply with all legal and financial reporting obligations.
We commit to transparency: donors may request information about how their funds are used.
MINN relies on donations and grants to sustain our work. Here’s how we handle fundraising ethically:
- We accept anonymous donations, but large gifts (NZD 10,000+) may be reviewed.
- We do not accept donations from political parties.
- If a gift may conflict with MINN’s mission, the Board will assess whether to accept or decline it.
- All donations are processed via trusted, secure payment systems.
- We issue receipts and comply with all legal and financial reporting obligations.
We commit to transparency: donors may request information about how their funds are used.
MINN relies on donations and grants to sustain our work. Here’s how we handle fundraising ethically:
- We accept anonymous donations, but large gifts (NZD 10,000+) may be reviewed.
- We do not accept donations from political parties.
- If a gift may conflict with MINN’s mission, the Board will assess whether to accept or decline it.
- All donations are processed via trusted, secure payment systems.
- We issue receipts and comply with all legal and financial reporting obligations.
We commit to transparency: donors may request information about how their funds are used.
7. Complaints Process
7. Complaints Process
We want to get things right — and we’ll take your complaints seriously.
How to complain:
You can make a complaint if you believe MINN (or our staff, volunteers, or partner) has broken a policy or acted unfairly.
Submit your complaint in writing to info@mininetwork.org including:
- Your name & contact details
- Nature of the complaint
- Date(s), location(s) and people involved
- Any evidence you have
How we handle complaints:
1. Acknowledgement — within 5 working days
2. Investigation — we’ll review and collect information
3. Response — aim to decide or explain within 20 working days
4. Outcome & remedy — we’ll let you know the result and how to appeal
If your complaint is about the Complaints Officer or governance, we’ll appoint an independent alternate.
We maintain a complaints register for internal learning and improvement.
We want to get things right — and we’ll take your complaints seriously.
How to complain:
You can make a complaint if you believe MINN (or our staff, volunteers, or partner) has broken a policy or acted unfairly.
Submit your complaint in writing to info@mininetwork.org including:
- Your name & contact details
- Nature of the complaint
- Date(s), location(s) and people involved
- Any evidence you have
How we handle complaints:
1. Acknowledgement — within 5 working days
2. Investigation — we’ll review and collect information
3. Response — aim to decide or explain within 20 working days
4. Outcome & remedy — we’ll let you know the result and how to appeal
If your complaint is about the Complaints Officer or governance, we’ll appoint an independent alternate.
We maintain a complaints register for internal learning and improvement.
We want to get things right — and we’ll take your complaints seriously.
How to complain:
You can make a complaint if you believe MINN (or our staff, volunteers, or partner) has broken a policy or acted unfairly.
Submit your complaint in writing to info@mininetwork.org including:
- Your name & contact details
- Nature of the complaint
- Date(s), location(s) and people involved
- Any evidence you have
How we handle complaints:
1. Acknowledgement — within 5 working days
2. Investigation — we’ll review and collect information
3. Response — aim to decide or explain within 20 working days
4. Outcome & remedy — we’ll let you know the result and how to appeal
If your complaint is about the Complaints Officer or governance, we’ll appoint an independent alternate.
We maintain a complaints register for internal learning and improvement.
8. Contact Us
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Policies or our data practices, please contact:
MINN
Email: info@mininetwork.org
Phone: +64 20 449 2722
Website:
If you have any questions about these Policies or our data practices, please contact:
MINN
Email: info@mininetwork.org
Phone: +64 20 449 2722
Website:
If you have any questions about these Policies or our data practices, please contact:
MINN
Email: info@mininetwork.org
Phone: +64 20 449 2722
Website:
Together, Let’s Create Belonging.
Together, Let’s Create Belonging.
Together, Let’s Create Belonging.