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Privacy Policy – PAHRED

Privacy Policy for PAHRED

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

Partners for Human Research, Empowerment & Development (PAHRED, “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://pahred.org (the “Site”), interact with our services, or otherwise engage with us.

By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not access or use the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in three main ways:

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and payment details when you donate, register for events, sign up for newsletters, volunteer, or contact us.
  • Correspondence: Messages, feedback, or inquiries submitted via contact forms, email, or surveys.
  • Employment/Volunteer Applications: Résumés, cover letters, references, and background information.

b. Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and clickstream data.
  • Cookies & Similar Technologies: Small data files stored on your device to enhance user experience (see Cookies section below).

c. Information from Third Parties

  • Payment Processors: Transaction details (without full card numbers) from Stripe, PayPal, or other PCI-compliant gateways.
  • Social Media: Public profile data if you interact with us via platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, or X (formerly Twitter).
  • Partners & Funders: Aggregated demographic or impact data shared under data-sharing agreements.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data for the following legitimate purposes:

  • Process and acknowledge donations and issue tax receipts.
  • Send newsletters, impact reports, event invitations, and fundraising appeals (you may opt out at any time).
  • Respond to inquiries, provide support, and improve our programs.
  • Recruit, screen, and communicate with volunteers and staff.
  • Analyze Site performance, diagnose technical issues, and enhance user experience.
  • Comply with legal obligations, prevent fraud, and enforce our terms.
  • Conduct research and publish anonymized findings to advance public health and education in Africa.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR & International Compliance)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, or other jurisdictions with similar laws:

  • Consent: When you opt in to newsletters or non-essential cookies.
  • Contract: To fulfill donation processing or event registration.
  • Legitimate Interests: Site analytics, fraud prevention, and direct marketing (balanced against your rights).
  • Legal Obligation: Tax reporting, anti-money laundering checks, or court orders.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data with:

  • Service Providers (Processors):
    • Web hosting (SiteGround, AWS)
    • Payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal)
    • Email platforms (Mailchimp, SendGrid)
    • CRM systems (Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud, DonorPerfect)
    • Analytics (Google Analytics, Hotjar)
    All processors are bound by contracts requiring GDPR/CCPA-level protection.
  • Legal Authorities: When required by law, subpoena, or to protect rights/safety.
  • Successors: In the event of merger, acquisition, or asset transfer (with notice).

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard measures:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit.
  • Firewalls, access controls, and regular penetration testing.
  • PCI DSS compliance for payment data (we never store full card numbers).
  • Staff training on data protection and phishing awareness.

However, no method is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

Data Type Retention Period
Donation records 7 years (tax compliance)
Newsletter subscribers Until unsubscribed
Website logs 90 days
Volunteer applications 2 years post-activity

Anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for research.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access – Receive a copy of your data.
  • Rectification – Correct inaccurate data.
  • Erasure – Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
  • Restriction – Limit processing.
  • Portability – Receive data in machine-readable format.
  • Object – Opt out of marketing or profiling.
  • Withdraw Consent – At any time, without affecting prior lawful processing.

To exercise these rights, email privacy@pahred.org. We respond within 30 days (or as required by law).

California Residents (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to know, delete, and opt out of “sale” (we do not sell data). Submit requests via the link in the footer.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use:

  • Essential Cookies: For Site functionality (e.g., form submissions).
  • Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) – anonymized IP.
  • Marketing Cookies: Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag (only with consent).

A cookie banner appears on first visit. You may adjust preferences anytime via the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer.

Do Not Track (DNT): We honor browser DNT signals where technically feasible.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Site may link to external sites (e.g., donor portals, social media). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies separately.

10. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If discovered, we delete it immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

PAHRED operates globally. Data may be processed in the United States, EU, or Africa. We use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and adequacy decisions to ensure equivalent protection.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy to reflect legal, operational, or technological changes. The “Last Updated” date will be revised. Material changes will be notified via email or Site banner.

13. Contact Us

For questions, complaints, or rights requests:

  • Email:privacy@pahred.org
  • Mail:
    Data Protection Officer
    PAHRED
    Akintola Williams House, Plot 2018, Michael Okpara Way, Zone 5 Wuse, Abuja

We aim to resolve concerns internally. You may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.