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Privacy Policy for IGCSS

Institute for Global Crisis & Security Solutions (IGCSS) (operated by Schwenk AG)​

 

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

1. Introduction

The Institute for Global Crisis & Security Solutions (IGCSS) is an independent private strategic institute operated by Schwenk AG.


This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected and processed when you interact with: https://www.igcss.org
The Institute operates internationally and handles inquiries with discretion.

2. Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Data

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We may collect:
 

  • IP address

  • Browser and device information

  • Access timestamps

  • Pages visited

  • Interaction behavior
     

This data is used for security monitoring and analytical optimization.

 

User-Provided Data

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We may collect data voluntarily submitted via:

  • Contact forms

  • Institutional inquiry submissions

  • Participation requests for SHIELD or strategic engagements

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This may include:

  • Name

  • Institutional affiliation

  • Position/title

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Nature of inquiry

3. Purpose of Processing

Personal data is processed for:

  • Responding to institutional inquiries

  • Evaluating participation eligibility

  • Managing strategic engagement communications

  • Security monitoring

  • Legal compliance
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Processing occurs in accordance with:

  • Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP)

  • GDPR, where applicable

4. Institutional Discretion

Given the strategic nature of the Institute’s activities, personal data may be handled with heightened discretion.
We do not publish participant lists, institutional affiliations, or engagement details unless explicitly agreed.

5. Cookies

The Website may use cookies and similar technologies for analytics and security purposes.


Users may configure browser settings to restrict cookies.

6. Third-Party Services

Selected service providers (e.g., hosting or analytics providers) may process limited data under appropriate safeguards.

7. International Data Transfers

Due to the international scope of the Institute’s work, personal data may be processed outside the country of submission, subject to appropriate safeguards.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data.


However, no digital system can guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law.

10. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may request:

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  • Access to your personal data

  • Correction or deletion

  • Restriction or objection to processing

  • Withdrawal of consent

 

Requests may be submitted to: info@schwenk.ag

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be published on this page.

12. Contact

Institute for Global Crisis & Security Solutions (IGCSS)
The Circle 6
8068 Zurich
Switzerland

Email: info@schwenk.ag
Website: https://www.igcss.org

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