Effective Date: 2nd Jan. 2025
Last Updated: 1st Jan. 2025
Introduction
The International Initiatives for the Advancement of SDGs in Africa (IIASDG) is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal data of individuals who interact with us through our website, services, and programs.
As a registered non-profit organization in Nigeria, IIASDG adheres to applicable data protection laws, including the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR). We respect the rights of individuals to control their personal data and are dedicated to maintaining transparency in our data-handling practices.
By using our website or engaging with IIASDG, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy carefully to understand how we manage your information and protect your privacy.
Information We Collect
We collect personal information directly from you when you interact with us, such as when you sign up for newsletters, make donations, or participate in our programs. This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide.
In addition to direct collection, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage of our website, including IP address, browser type, and browsing behavior through cookies and similar technologies. This information helps us improve your experience on our website and ensures that our services are tailored to your needs.
We may also collect non-personal information or aggregate data that cannot be used to identify you. This includes demographic data, survey responses, and statistical insights generated from user interactions. This data is used to enhance our programs and better serve the communities we support.
How We Use Your Information
The personal data we collect is used to fulfill our organizational mission and provide you with the best possible experience. This includes processing your donations, responding to inquiries, and sharing updates about our programs, initiatives, and impact stories.
We also use your information to improve our website, tailor content to your interests, and ensure the security of our digital platforms. Automated tools may analyze your interactions to optimize our communications and identify opportunities to engage more effectively with our supporters.
Your information helps us achieve transparency and accountability in our operations. For example, we may use anonymized data for impact reporting, grant applications, or sharing success stories that demonstrate our progress in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Africa.
Sharing and Disclosure of Information
IIASDG does not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data with trusted partners, service providers, or collaborators who assist us in achieving our mission, such as payment processors, marketing platforms, or program partners.
We ensure that any third parties we work with adhere to strict confidentiality agreements and comply with applicable data protection laws. These parties are only given access to the information necessary to perform their services and are not permitted to use your data for any other purpose.
In certain circumstances, we may disclose your personal information to comply with legal obligations, enforce our terms and conditions, or protect our rights, property, or safety. Such disclosures will always be in line with applicable laws and regulations.
Your Rights and Choices
As a supporter or user of IIASDG, you have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. If you wish to review the information we hold about you, request a correction, or opt out of communications, please contact us at privacy@iiasdgafrica.org.
You also have the right to withdraw your consent for the processing of your data at any time. However, this may affect our ability to provide certain services, such as newsletters or donation acknowledgments. We will work with you to address your concerns while respecting your preferences.
For individuals located in jurisdictions with additional rights, such as the European Union, we ensure compliance with regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This includes the right to data portability, restriction of processing, and lodging complaints with relevant authorities.
Data Security
IIASDG takes data security seriously and implements robust measures to protect your information. We use encryption, secure servers, and access controls to safeguard personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
We conduct regular audits and updates to our systems to ensure the highest level of data protection. Our team is trained to handle personal information responsibly and is committed to maintaining confidentiality at all times.
While we strive to protect your data, no system is completely secure. If you suspect a data breach or unauthorized access to your information, please notify us immediately at [Insert Contact Email]. We will take prompt action to investigate and resolve the issue.
Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us analyze website traffic, personalize content, and remember your preferences.
You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and limit your access to certain features.
We also use third-party analytics tools, such as Google Analytics, to gather insights about website usage. These tools collect data anonymously and do not identify individual users. You can opt out of such tracking by using tools provided by the respective service providers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
IIASDG reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
If significant changes are made, we will notify you through email or prominent website announcements. Your continued use of our website or engagement with our organization after such updates constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@iiasdgafrica.org.
