Whale-Love Wagon/Privacy policy

The non-profit organisation Greenpeace Japan (GPJ) manages personal data provided securely and appropriately. GPJ appreciates the importance of personal data collected in the course of our activities and makes every effort to protect it under law, as detailed below.

1. Purpose

In order to make the most of personal and economic resources, GPJ uses personal data collected for carrying out campaigns, promotional activities and elsewhere as detailed in the Articles of Association:

to disseminate information about the environmental movement
to disseminate information in the form of newsletters, published materials, event listings, etc.
to conduct research and/or examination based on analysis of our activities, questionnaires, and so on
to send out requests for emergency support
to smoothly manage our activities and to exchange opinions with our supporters
to send messages of thanks, receipt, etc

2. Handling of Personal Data

GPJ takes appropriate steps to prevent and/or rectify any compromise of personal data security through illegal access, damage, destruction or leaks. Access to passwords, as well as personal data held by GPJ, is strictly controlled.

3. Disclose, Alteration and Erasure of Personal Data

GPJ responds responsibly, and in accordance with the law, to requests made in person or by proxy for the disclosure, alteration or erasure of an individual’s personal data.

4. Disclosure and Transfer of Personal Data to Third Parties

GPJ does not disclose or transfer personal data to third parties, with the following exceptions:

When the person’s consent is given
When the disclosure of the data is required by law
When the data is required for the protection of such values as life, health, and property as determined under the Personal Information Protection Law.
When the data is relayed to financial institutions for matters of payment
When required for GPJ business purposes. In such cases, only the minimum of information is divulged and only under direct GPJ supervision, including the following: (1)GPJ confirmation that sufficient standards are met for managing personal data, (2)business partners are contractually obliged with GPJ to protect personal information, and(3)divulged information is limited to the absolute minimum necessary
When it is reasonably thought to be necessary for the furtherance of GPJ activities

5. Basic Policy Regarding Mail Magazine Registration and Participation in Online Activities

When registering as a cyber-activist or taking part in online activities like petitions and calls for emails and faxes, a participant will always be given the option of whether to continue/discontinue receiving the newsletter or participating in such activities. In becoming a GPJ supporter, there is the option to sign up for the newsletter, receive detailed information etc., or to choose not to do so.

For cyber-actions, individual names and email addresses are used rather than the Greenpeace name and email address. The companies and Governments to which cyber-action mails and faxes are sent do on occasion send responses to each individual email or postal address. Should a participant feel that their information was used inappropriately by the subject organisation of a cyber-action, that participant is advised to alert GPJ.

This policy applies to the entirety of the GPJ website but the privacy policies of the organisations linked to the website may differ.

Aside from such specified purposes as registration for mail magazines, questionnaires and events, GPJ does not make use of private information. Information provided for these purposes is kept strictly under control.

6. Compliance with the Law

GPJ acts in accordance with legislation regarding the protection of personal information. GPJ also makes every effort in keeping staff informed and conducting staff training for the continuation and improvement of this Basic Policy.

GPJ welcomes any opinions or questions relating to GPJ’s use of personal information.

Office Hours: 10:00 – 18:00
Phone: +81-3-5338-9800
Fax: +81-3-5338-9817