At North London News (NLN), we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of all our journalism interns. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information during and after the onboarding process.
Data Collected
During onboarding, we may collect the following information:
- Full Name
- Contact Information (e.g., email address, phone number)
- Social Media Handles or Bio
- Profile Picture (optional)
- Writing Samples and Published Articles
- Any additional details voluntarily shared through the onboarding form
Use of Information
Your information may be used for the following purposes:
- To create and manage your intern profile within our editorial system
- To feature your articles and contributions under your byline
- To ensure proper credit across our website and social media channels
- For internal communication, editorial coordination, and training purposes
Storage and Security
All data is securely stored within our systems and is only accessible to authorized NLN personnel. We do not share, sell, or distribute your personal information to any third parties without your explicit consent.
Right to Request Deletion or Edits
You retain full control over your personal data and published work. At any time, you may request:
- Removal or edit of your name, bio, or social media handles
- Deletion of your profile picture
- Removal or update of any articles credited to you
- Complete deletion of your intern profile from our system
How to Request Changes or Deletion
To make a request, please email info@northlondonnews.co.uk with the details of your request. We aim to process all data-related requests within 5 working days.
Policy Updates
This policy may be updated periodically. All interns will be notified of major revisions, and the latest version will always be available on our official onboarding page.
