Mentally Interrupted Community Network (MICN) is a media radio and TV station, not a mental health helpline. We collect minimal personal data for broadcasting and site operations.
[web:32][web:34][web:48]We follow Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). We collect info like your email if you contact us or subscribe. We don't share it without reason. You can ask to see or delete your data. [web:34][web:35][web:67]
Analytics: We use Matomo Analytics (hosted in AU) and Google Analytics with IP anonymization. They track visits anonymously for site improvement. No personal data shared. Opt-out available. [web:40][web:46][web:13]
Suicide Safety: We're not a helpline. If content discusses mental health, we link to Lifeline (13 11 14). We never collect health data without consent and report risks if required by law. [web:51][web:55]
MICN complies with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and APPs. Collection limited to necessary personal information (e.g., contact details for newsletters). Use/disclosure per APP 6. Retention minimized. Security per APP 11. Rights: access/correction per APPs 12-13. Subject to APP 7 exemption for journalism/broadcasting. [web:57][web:67]
Mato Analytics: Self-hosted, no third-party transfer, compliant with APP 8. Google Analytics: Anonymized IP (ga('set', 'anonymizeIp', true)), data processed in EEA/US under EU-US Data Privacy Framework where applicable. [web:41][web:46]
Mental Health Content: No health data processing. Links to services provided. Mandatory reporting under public safety exceptions (Privacy Act s16). Effective: March 2026. [web:51]
We stick to NZ Privacy Principles. Only basic info like name/email for contacts. No selling data. Ask us to check or fix your info anytime. [web:48][web:62]
Analytics: Matomo and Google Analytics used anonymously. You can opt out. Helps us improve our station. [web:40][web:13]
Suicide Safety: Not a support service. We direct to 1737 helpline. No sensitive data collected. [web:51][web:55]
Compliance with Privacy Act 2020, IPPs 1-12. Purpose limitation (IPP 2), direct collection (IPP 3 where practicable), security (IPP 5). Journalism exemption IPP 11. Breach notification per s20. [web:48][web:50][web:62]
Matomo: On-premise, no cross-border (IPP 12). Google Analytics: IP anonymized, consent-based cookies. [web:56]
Suicide Content: No personal/health data processed. Public interest broadcasting standards apply. Links to official services. Effective: March 2026. [web:51]
Your data is safe under UK GDPR. We collect little info for broadcasting. Tell us if you want it deleted. Consent for cookies. [web:44][web:49]
Analytics: Matomo & Google track anonymously. Opt-out option. [web:46][web:13]
Suicide Safety: Media only, links to Samaritans (116 123). No helpline. [web:51][web:55]
MICN acts as controller under UK GDPR/UK DPA 2018. Lawful basis: Legitimate interests (Art 6(1)(f)) for analytics/site ops; consent for marketing (Art 6(1)(a)). Rights: SARs, erasure (Arts 15,17). DPO: privacy@micn.network. [web:44][web:49][web:63]
Third parties: Matomo (privacy-focused, self-hosted); Google LLC (Standard Contractual Clauses, IP anon). Cookie consent banner. [web:41][web:56]
Sensitive Content: No special category data (Art 9). Public health exceptions not applicable. Signposting to services. Effective: March 2026. [web:51]
We respect global privacy laws like PIPL, LGPD. Minimal data collection. Contact us for access/deletion. [web:39][web:54]
Analytics: Same as above, anonymous tracking. [web:40][web:13]
Suicide Safety: Direct to local services, no data collection. [web:51][web:55]
For ROW, we apply highest standards (GDPR-equivalent). Comply with local laws e.g., PIPL (China), LGPD (Brazil). No USA operations. Consent emphasized where required. [web:39][web:54]
Analytics clauses as per region-specific. No sales/sharing. Retention: purpose met. Security: industry standards. [web:41][web:46]
Mental Health: Non-processing policy. Harm minimization in content, links to local helplines. Effective: March 2026. [web:51]
Last updated: March 4, 2026. Contact: privacy@micn.network