Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 18 November 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, programs, or services. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled responsibly and transparently.
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering communities through education, skills development, and social impact programs.
For questions about this policy, you may contact us at:
Email: connect@innovationkgotla.org
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Name
Email address
Phone number
Organization or school name
Messages sent via contact forms
Newsletter signup details
Event registration information
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we may collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages viewed
Cookies (see section 7)
2.3 Sensitive Information
We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless explicitly provided for program participation. Such data is handled with extra care.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide updates, newsletters, and program announcements
Respond to inquiries and communication
Process event registrations or volunteer applications
Improve website performance and user experience
Track engagement for reporting and impact purposes
Comply with legal obligations
We will never sell your personal information to anyone.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
Your consent (e.g., newsletter signup)
Legitimate interests (e.g., improving our programs and services)
Legal obligations applicable to NGOs and non-profits
5. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information with:
Service providers (e.g., mailing tools, website hosts)
Event partners when necessary for program logistics
Regulators, if required by law
We ensure all third parties comply with data protection standards and never use your information for their own purposes.
6. How We Protect Your Information
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, including:
Encrypted website connections (SSL)
Access controls and password protection
Secure storage of digital records
However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to:
Improve website performance
Understand user behavior
Personalize content
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct or update your information
Request deletion of your data
Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails)
Object to processing
Request a copy of your data
To exercise these rights, contact us at: connect@innovationkgotla.org
9. Data Retention
We keep personal data only for as long as necessary for program delivery, reporting, or legal compliance. Once no longer needed, data is securely deleted.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review their policies.
11. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. When working with youth programs, we follow strict safeguarding protocols.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website with the updated date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact: connect@innovationkgotla.org