Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Last updated: March 1, 2026
WES Luxembourg for Education
Privacy Policy Document
Effective Date
March 1, 2026
Applicable To
All website visitors, users, and program participants
Table of Contents
Introduction
WES Luxembourg for Education ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website weslux.lu or use our services.
Important: Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the site or use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for an account
- Apply for volunteer or ambassador positions
- Submit internship or job applications
- Contact us through our website
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Participate in our programs or events
This information may include your name, email address, phone number, educational background, professional experience, and other relevant details.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including information about your web browser, IP address, time zone, and some of the cookies that are installed on your device.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in the following ways:
- To provide and maintain our services
- To process your applications and requests
- To communicate with you about our programs and opportunities
- To improve our website and services
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect the rights and safety of our users and organization
Data Sharing and Disclosure
Important: We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent
When you explicitly agree to share your information
Service Providers
Companies that help us operate our website and services
With partner organizations for internship and job placement purposes (with your explicit consent)
To comply with legal obligations
To protect and defend our rights and property
Data Security
Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Important Notice: No method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Right to Access
Access your personal information
Right to Correct
Correct inaccurate information
Right to Delete
Request deletion of your information
Right to Restrict
Restrict or object to processing
Right to Portability
Data portability rights
Right to Withdraw
Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights: Please contact us at info@weslux.lu
GDPR Compliance
GDPR Compliance Statement
WES Luxembourg for Education complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679, which provides data protection and privacy for individuals within the European Union and the European Economic Area.
Legal Basis for Processing
Consent
Clear consent for specific purposes
Contract
Necessary for contract performance
Legal Obligation
Compliance with legal requirements
Legitimate Interests
Our legitimate interests unless overridden
Data Protection Officer
Role
Data Protection Officer
info@weslux.lu
Address
18, Rue Nicolas Meyers, L-4918 Bascharage, Luxembourg
International Data Transfers
As an organization operating in Luxembourg with international programs, we may transfer personal data to countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When we do so, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
- Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
- Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)
- Other legally approved transfer mechanisms
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a personal data breach, we will notify the relevant supervisory authority without undue delay and, where feasible, within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach, unless the breach is unlikely to result in a risk to the rights and freedoms of individuals.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our website and hold certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data that may include an anonymous unique identifier.
Cookie Control: You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our website.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
Parental Notice: If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Your Responsibility: You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
info@weslux.lu
Address
IN:CUBATOR 40, Boulevard Pierre Dupong L-1430 Luxembourg
Phone
+352 621 688 991