Last Updated: August 18, 2026
The Institute of Performing Arts and Cultural Research (IPACR) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of visitors, members, researchers, artists, cultural practitioners, students, partners and other users of our website.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect and manage information when you visit or interact with https://ipacr.org/.
By using our website, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. About IPACR
The Institute of Performing Arts and Cultural Research (IPACR) is a professional, educational, cultural and research-oriented institution committed to advancing performing arts, preserving cultural heritage, promoting creative innovation, supporting research and strengthening professional development.
For privacy-related enquiries, you may contact us at:
Institute of Performing Arts and Cultural Research (IPACR)
Email: info@ipacr.org
Website: https://ipacr.org/
2. Information We May Collect
Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect certain information, including:
- Your name and contact information when you voluntarily submit them through a contact, registration, membership, application or enquiry form.
- Your email address and other information you provide when communicating with IPACR.
- Information relating to programme, training, workshop, conference, membership, fellowship or other institutional enquiries where applicable.
- Technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system and general website usage information.
- Information contained in messages, enquiries or other communications that you voluntarily send to us.
- Information provided when you participate in activities or services made available through the website.
You are not required to provide personal information simply to browse most areas of our website.
3. How We Use Your Information
IPACR may use information collected through the website for legitimate institutional and administrative purposes, including to:
- Respond to enquiries and requests.
- Communicate with visitors, members, applicants, researchers, artists, partners and programme participants.
- Process registrations, applications or requests where applicable.
- Provide information about IPACR programmes, activities, research, training, events and opportunities.
- Maintain and improve the functionality, security and performance of the website.
- Prevent spam, fraud, abuse and other unauthorised activities.
- Maintain appropriate institutional records.
- Comply with applicable legal, regulatory and administrative requirements.
We will not use personal information for purposes that are materially different from those described in this Privacy Policy without appropriate notice or, where required, your consent.
4. Contact and Enquiry Information
When you contact IPACR through email or an online form, we may retain the information you provide in order to respond to your enquiry and maintain appropriate institutional correspondence.
Please avoid sending confidential or highly sensitive personal information through general contact forms unless specifically requested by IPACR.
5. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, security, performance and user experience.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. Some cookies may be necessary for the proper operation of the website, while others may be used for analytics or other website functions.
Where applicable, third-party services integrated into our website may also place cookies or similar technologies on your device.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.
6. Website Analytics
IPACR may use website analytics or similar technologies to understand how visitors use the website, including information such as pages visited, approximate geographic location, device type, browser type and general traffic patterns.
Analytics information is used to improve the website, content, accessibility and overall user experience.
Where third-party analytics services are used, those services may process information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
7. Embedded Content and Third-Party Services
Our website may contain content or features provided by third parties, including videos, images, social media content, maps, documents or other embedded materials.
When you interact with embedded or third-party content, the relevant third party may collect information about your interaction, use cookies or similar technologies, or process information according to its own privacy policy.
IPACR does not control the privacy practices of independent third-party websites or services. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of third-party services before providing them with personal information.
8. How We Share Information
IPACR does not sell, rent or trade visitors’ personal information.
We may share information where reasonably necessary for legitimate institutional purposes, including with:
- Service providers who assist with website hosting, maintenance, security, communication or other technical services.
- Appropriate staff, officers or authorised representatives of IPACR where access is necessary to perform institutional responsibilities.
- Professional advisers or relevant service providers where reasonably necessary.
- Government, regulatory or law-enforcement authorities where disclosure is required by applicable law or lawful process.
- Other parties where you have provided appropriate consent or where disclosure is otherwise legally permitted.
We take reasonable steps to ensure that information is only shared where there is a legitimate reason to do so.
9. Data Security
IPACR takes reasonable administrative, technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, loss or destruction.
However, no method of transmitting information over the internet or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Therefore, while we take reasonable precautions, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. How Long We Retain Information
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including responding to enquiries, providing services, maintaining institutional records, fulfilling administrative responsibilities or complying with legal and regulatory obligations.
The appropriate retention period may vary depending on the nature of the information and the purpose for which it is held.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights relating to your personal information, which may include the right to:
- Request information about personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of personal information where there is no legitimate reason for us to retain it.
- Object to or request restriction of certain processing activities.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Request access to your personal information in an appropriate format where applicable.
These rights may be subject to legal, administrative, security or other legitimate requirements.
To exercise a privacy-related right or make a request, please contact us using the details provided below.
12. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent or legal basis.
Where our programmes or educational activities involve children or young people, IPACR will handle relevant information in accordance with applicable laws, safeguarding requirements and appropriate institutional procedures.
13. International Data Transfers
Because the internet is a global network, information submitted through our website may be processed or stored using service providers located in different countries.
Where personal information is transferred internationally, IPACR will take reasonable steps to ensure that such processing is carried out in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection requirements.
14. External Websites
Our website may contain links to websites operated by other organisations, institutions, partners or third parties.
IPACR is not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of external websites. Visitors should review the privacy policy of any external website before submitting personal information.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
IPACR may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our website, institutional activities, technology, legal requirements or privacy practices.
When changes are made, the updated version will be published on this page together with the revised effective date.
We encourage visitors to review this page periodically.
16. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the way IPACR handles personal information, please contact us:
Institute of Performing Arts and Cultural Research (IPACR)
Email: info@ipacr.org
Website: https://ipacr.org/
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to legitimate privacy enquiries in a timely manner.
Effective Date: August 18, 2026
The Institute of Performing Arts and Cultural Research (IPACR) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of visitors, members, researchers, artists, cultural practitioners, students, partners and other users of our website.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect and manage information when you visit or interact with https://ipacr.org/.
By using our website, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. About IPACR
The Institute of Performing Arts and Cultural Research (IPACR) is a professional, educational, cultural and research-oriented institution committed to advancing performing arts, preserving cultural heritage, promoting creative innovation, supporting research and strengthening professional development.
For privacy-related enquiries, you may contact us at:
Institute of Performing Arts and Cultural Research (IPACR)
Email: info@ipacr.org
Website: https://ipacr.org/
2. Information We May Collect
Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect certain information, including:
- Your name and contact information when you voluntarily submit them through a contact, registration, membership, application or enquiry form.
- Your email address and other information you provide when communicating with IPACR.
- Information relating to programme, training, workshop, conference, membership, fellowship or other institutional enquiries where applicable.
- Technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system and general website usage information.
- Information contained in messages, enquiries or other communications that you voluntarily send to us.
- Information provided when you participate in activities or services made available through the website.
You are not required to provide personal information simply to browse most areas of our website.
3. How We Use Your Information
IPACR may use information collected through the website for legitimate institutional and administrative purposes, including to:
- Respond to enquiries and requests.
- Communicate with visitors, members, applicants, researchers, artists, partners and programme participants.
- Process registrations, applications or requests where applicable.
- Provide information about IPACR programmes, activities, research, training, events and opportunities.
- Maintain and improve the functionality, security and performance of the website.
- Prevent spam, fraud, abuse and other unauthorised activities.
- Maintain appropriate institutional records.
- Comply with applicable legal, regulatory and administrative requirements.
We will not use personal information for purposes that are materially different from those described in this Privacy Policy without appropriate notice or, where required, your consent.
4. Contact and Enquiry Information
When you contact IPACR through email or an online form, we may retain the information you provide in order to respond to your enquiry and maintain appropriate institutional correspondence.
Please avoid sending confidential or highly sensitive personal information through general contact forms unless specifically requested by IPACR.
5. Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, security, performance and user experience.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. Some cookies may be necessary for the proper operation of the website, while others may be used for analytics or other website functions.
Where applicable, third-party services integrated into our website may also place cookies or similar technologies on your device.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.
6. Website Analytics
IPACR may use website analytics or similar technologies to understand how visitors use the website, including information such as pages visited, approximate geographic location, device type, browser type and general traffic patterns.
Analytics information is used to improve the website, content, accessibility and overall user experience.
Where third-party analytics services are used, those services may process information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
7. Embedded Content and Third-Party Services
Our website may contain content or features provided by third parties, including videos, images, social media content, maps, documents or other embedded materials.
When you interact with embedded or third-party content, the relevant third party may collect information about your interaction, use cookies or similar technologies, or process information according to its own privacy policy.
IPACR does not control the privacy practices of independent third-party websites or services. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of third-party services before providing them with personal information.
8. How We Share Information
IPACR does not sell, rent or trade visitors’ personal information.
We may share information where reasonably necessary for legitimate institutional purposes, including with:
- Service providers who assist with website hosting, maintenance, security, communication or other technical services.
- Appropriate staff, officers or authorised representatives of IPACR where access is necessary to perform institutional responsibilities.
- Professional advisers or relevant service providers where reasonably necessary.
- Government, regulatory or law-enforcement authorities where disclosure is required by applicable law or lawful process.
- Other parties where you have provided appropriate consent or where disclosure is otherwise legally permitted.
We take reasonable steps to ensure that information is only shared where there is a legitimate reason to do so.
9. Data Security
IPACR takes reasonable administrative, technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, misuse, alteration, disclosure, loss or destruction.
However, no method of transmitting information over the internet or storing information electronically can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Therefore, while we take reasonable precautions, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. How Long We Retain Information
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, including responding to enquiries, providing services, maintaining institutional records, fulfilling administrative responsibilities or complying with legal and regulatory obligations.
The appropriate retention period may vary depending on the nature of the information and the purpose for which it is held.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on applicable law, you may have rights relating to your personal information, which may include the right to:
- Request information about personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of personal information where there is no legitimate reason for us to retain it.
- Object to or request restriction of certain processing activities.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Request access to your personal information in an appropriate format where applicable.
These rights may be subject to legal, administrative, security or other legitimate requirements.
To exercise a privacy-related right or make a request, please contact us using the details provided below.
12. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent or legal basis.
Where our programmes or educational activities involve children or young people, IPACR will handle relevant information in accordance with applicable laws, safeguarding requirements and appropriate institutional procedures.
13. International Data Transfers
Because the internet is a global network, information submitted through our website may be processed or stored using service providers located in different countries.
Where personal information is transferred internationally, IPACR will take reasonable steps to ensure that such processing is carried out in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection requirements.
14. External Websites
Our website may contain links to websites operated by other organisations, institutions, partners or third parties.
IPACR is not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of external websites. Visitors should review the privacy policy of any external website before submitting personal information.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
IPACR may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our website, institutional activities, technology, legal requirements or privacy practices.
When changes are made, the updated version will be published on this page together with the revised effective date.
We encourage visitors to review this page periodically.
16. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the way IPACR handles personal information, please contact us:
Institute of Performing Arts and Cultural Research (IPACR)
Email: info@ipacr.org
Website: https://ipacr.org/