Privacy
Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) respects every person’s right to privacy, dignity and confidentiality in all aspects of their life. Aspect ensures that appropriate standards are maintained to protect the privacy of the data it holds.
When collecting personal information the following National Privacy Principles will be observed:
- Information shall not be collected unless it is for a lawful purpose directly related and necessary to the function of Aspect.
- The individual is aware of the purpose for which the information is collected and whether it is usual to disclose this information to another agency.
- The information is relevant, up to date and complete, and does not intrude unreasonably upon the personal affairs of the individual.
- Personal information is protected against unauthorised access, use or disclosure.
- Personal information will not be used without ensuring that it is accurate, up to date and complete. Information will not be used except for the purpose to which it is relevant.
- Personal information is not to be used for a purpose other than the purpose for which it was collected. Exceptions to this are if the individual has given consent, or it is authorised by law, or it is related directly to the purpose for which the information was obtained.
Further information
If you require more specific details regarding Aspect’s privacy practices, these are provided in Aspect's Policy 4.1.1 Privacy, Dignity and Confidentiality.
Or you can obtain further general information about privacy protection from the Office of the Federal Privacy Commissioner by:
- calling their Privacy Hotline on 1300 363 992, or
- visiting their web site at www.privacy.gov.au, or
- by writing to: The Federal Privacy Commissioner, GPO Box 5218, Sydney NSW 1042