Privacy Policy

A legal disclaimer

The information provided in this Privacy Policy is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for consulting with a qualified attorney.

What’s Next Consulting cannot determine in advance the specific privacy practices, data collection methods, or legal obligations that apply to every business or individual user. Your actual rights and responsibilities may vary depending on your specific operations, the types of data you collect, and the jurisdictions in which you operate.

While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date information, laws and regulations regarding privacy and data protection may change. We encourage you to seek independent legal counsel to ensure that your Privacy Policy fully complies with all applicable laws, including but not limited to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and any other federal or state requirements relevant to your business.

By using our website or services, you acknowledge and agree that What’s Next Consulting is not liable for any errors, omissions, or legal consequences that may arise from the use of this general information.

Privacy Policy - the basics

Having said that, a privacy policy is a statement that discloses some or all of the ways a website collects, uses, discloses, processes, and manages the data of its visitors and customers. It usually also includes a statement regarding the website’s commitment to protecting its visitors’ or customers’ privacy, and an explanation about the different mechanisms the website is implementing in order to protect privacy.

Different jurisdictions have different legal obligations of what must be included in a Privacy Policy. You are responsible to make sure you are following the relevant legislation to your activities and location.

Overview of Our Privacy Practices

Generally, our Privacy Policy explains key details about how What’s Next Consulting collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information. This includes the types of information we collect from visitors, clients, and program participants, as well as how that information is gathered—whether through forms, website interactions, direct communication, automated tools, or third-party integrations.

We also describe the reasons we collect certain data, such as improving our services, delivering educational programs, responding to inquiries, supporting youth and family engagement, enhancing user experience, and maintaining compliance with legal or operational requirements.

Our Privacy Policy outlines whether and how information may be shared with trusted third parties, including service providers, partners, or entities required by law. It also explains how individuals can exercise their privacy rights under applicable laws, including access, correction, deletion requests, and opting out of certain types of data processing.

Additionally, we clarify our practices regarding the collection of data from minors, parental consent requirements, and safeguards we put in place to protect young users. More detailed explanations and disclosures are included throughout the full Privacy Policy.