The All-Ireland Social Prescribing Network (AISPN) is an informal network of individuals and organisations with a shared belief in the value and potential of Social Prescribing as a force for good. While we are not a registered organisation, we are committed to respecting your privacy and protecting any personal information you choose to share with us.

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This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you engage with our network, including through our website: https://www.allirelandsocialprescribing.ie

 

1. What Information We Collect

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We may collect the following information when you interact with us:

• Your name

• Email address

• Organisation (if applicable)

• Role or area of interest in Social Prescribing

• Any other information you voluntarily provide (e.g. through forms on this website or via email)

 

2. How We Use Your Information

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We use the information you provide to:

• Send news, updates, and opportunities related to Social Prescribing

• Share relevant information or invitations from our trusted partners (such as the HSE or educational institutions)

• Understand the interests and reach of our network

• Improve how we connect people and promote the value of Social Prescribing

We do not sell or use your information for any commercial purposes.

 

3. Who We Share Your Information With

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We may share your information with trusted partner organisations, including:

• The HSE

• Educational institutions

• Other organisations involved in Social Prescribing research, practice, or development

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We will only share your information when it is directly relevant to the purpose of the AISPN – for example, to invite you to a collaborative event, research opportunity, or to share relevant updates. We will never sell your personal data or share it for commercial purposes.

 

4. How We Store and Protect Your Information

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Your personal information is stored securely using password-protected systems and reputable cloud-based services that follow industry-standard security practices. Access to your data is strictly limited to individuals who are actively involved in managing communications and activities related to Social Prescribing through the AISPN.

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We take reasonable steps to safeguard your information from unauthorised access, accidental loss, misuse, or disclosure. These steps include:

• Limiting access to only those who need it for communication or coordination purposes

• Using secure, encrypted platforms for storing and sending information

• Regularly reviewing and updating our practices to ensure continued data protection

 

Although we are not a registered organisation, we treat your data with the same level of care and respect you would expect from one. However, no system can be guaranteed 100% secure, and we encourage you to contact us if you ever have concerns about how your information is being handled.

 

5. How Long Do We Keep Your Information

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The Family Resource Centre National Forum (FRCNF) will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the services you have requested; and

• Comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations

 

6. Your Rights

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Under the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679, as retained in Irish law through the Data Protection Act 2018, you have the following rights:

• The right to access the personal data we hold about you

• The right to object to the processing of your personal data

• The right to data portability

• The right to lodge a complaint about the processing of your data

• The right to object to automated decision-making

• The right to have your personal data updated

• The right to be forgotten (erasure)

 

You can read more about your rights here: Rights of Individuals under the General Data Protection Regulation
 

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If you wish to exercise any of your rights or update your contact details, please contact us at:
info@allirelandsocialprescribing.ie

 

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

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Our website may use basic cookies or analytics tools to understand how visitors engage with our content. This helps us improve the website and user experience. We do not use this data to track individuals or for advertising purposes.

 

8. Coordination, Oversight and Partnerships

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The All-Ireland Social Prescribing Network (AISPN) is a voluntary, non-statutory network of individuals and organisations with a shared interest in advancing Social Prescribing across the island of Ireland.

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The AISPN website is managed by the Family Resource Centre National Forum (FRCNF),  a registered charity and the national representative body for Family Resource Centres in Ireland. This coordination is carried out under agreement with the Health Service Executive (HSE), as part of a shared commitment to supporting and developing Social Prescribing.

 

For the purposes of data protection law, the FRCNF acts as the data controller for any personal data collected through the AISPN website.

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While the AISPN receives support from the HSE and FRCNF, the views and content shared through the network do not necessarily represent the official policy or position of either body unless explicitly stated.

The AISPN operates as a collaborative platform and is not a registered organisation. All information shared through this website or via AISPN communications is intended for general knowledge-sharing, community engagement, and advocacy purposes only. It does not constitute professional, clinical, or legal advice.

 

9. Updates to This Policy

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As the AISPN grows and evolves, we may update this Privacy Policy. Any changes will be published on this page, with the date of the last update clearly shown at the top.

 

10. Contact Us

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If you have any questions or concerns about your privacy, please contact: info@allirelandsocialprescribing.ie

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11. How to Make a Complaint

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If you are unhappy with how your personal data has been handled, you may first contact the Family Resource Centre National Forum using the details above.

If you remain dissatisfied, you can raise a concern with the Data Protection Commission (DPC):

Data Protection Commission
21 Fitzwilliam Square South
Dublin 2
D02 RD28
Ireland

Telephone: 01 7650100 or 1800 437 737
Email: info@dataprotection.ie
Website: https://www.dataprotection.ie

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