The American Burn Association (“ABA”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Notice supplements the ABA Privacy Policy and explains how ABA complies with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation EU 2016/679, “GDPR”).
Purpose
We have updated our Privacy Policy and this Notice to reflect strengthened privacy rights under the GDPR. These updates are part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and security in the handling of your personal data.
By using ABA’s websites, platforms, or digital products, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with ABA’s Privacy Policy and this GDPR Privacy Notice.
Scope
This GDPR Privacy Notice applies to:
All personal data processed by ABA staff,
Partners acting on behalf of ABA, and
All business processes conducted by ABA that involve personal data of individuals located in the European Union.
Your European Union Privacy Rights
If you are in the European Union, the GDPR grants you specific rights regarding your personal data. These may include the right to:
Access your personal data held by ABA.
Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erase your data (“right to be forgotten”) in certain circumstances.
Restrict the processing of your data.
Object to the processing of your data where ABA relies on legitimate interests.
Data portability, allowing you to obtain and reuse your data for your own purposes.
Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
Complain to a supervisory authority in your EU country.
To request information or exercise these rights, please email: info@ameriburn.org
Please note:
ABA may require additional information to verify your identity before processing your request.
ABA reserves the right to charge a reasonable fee for repetitive, excessive, or unfounded requests.
You will be notified if your request has been granted, denied, or if exemptions apply.
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns regarding this GDPR Privacy Notice or the use of your personal information, please get in touch with us:
American Burn Association
311 S. Wacker Drive, Suite 950
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: 312-642-9260
Email: info@ameriburn.org