Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1st, 2025.
Our organization is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information of our volunteers, supporters, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website or participate in our community outreach programs.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information from volunteers and website users:
- Contact information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address
- Volunteer information: Areas of interest, availability, skills, emergency contact information
- Form submissions: Applications, sign-ups, feedback, survey responses
- Website usage data: IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site, cookies and analytics data
We do not collect sensitive personal information (such as government-issued ID numbers, health information, or financial data) unless explicitly required for specific programs and with consent.
2. How We Use Your Information
Your personal information is used for purposes including:
- Communicating with volunteers about opportunities, events, and updates
- Managing volunteer applications and participation
- Coordinating community outreach programs and campaigns
- Improving our website, services, and user experience
- Sending occasional newsletters or announcements (if you opt in)
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information in the following limited situations:
- With authorized staff or coordinators who need the information to manage volunteers and programs
- With partners or service providers who assist us with website hosting, email communications, or event management (these parties are required to protect your information)
- When required by law or legal process
Your information will never be shared for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
4. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Once personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
5. Protecting Your Information
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Correct or update any inaccurate information
- Withdraw your consent for our collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information at any time
- Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal or operational obligations
To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.
7. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to:
- Improve website functionality
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Remember volunteer form preferences
You can adjust your browser settings to block or limit cookies, but some website features may not function properly as a result.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. Please review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or website functionality. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, or wish to access, correct, or delete your personal information, please contact us: Email Idris Orughu at [email protected].