At eVillage, we are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. As part of our mission to support and uplift individuals from all walks of life, we prioritize the confidentiality and security of the personal information you entrust to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data and your rights regarding your personal information.

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1. Information We Collect

We collect information you voluntarily provide when interacting with our website, signing up for newsletters, or engaging with our programs and initiatives. The types of information we may collect include:

• Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, and other contact information.

• Demographic Information: Information such as age, location, and interests to help us serve you better.

• Website Usage Information: Information on how you navigate and interact with our website, which helps us improve user experience.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect solely to fulfil our mission to empower underserved individuals and communities. Specifically, we may use your information to:

• Communicate with you regarding our programs, updates, and initiatives.

• Provide you with relevant resources or information related to education, health, entrepreneurship, and social inclusion.

• Enhance your experience with our website and ensure it remains user-friendly.

• Foster a deeper connection within our community by sharing success stories and testimonials (with your consent).

 

3. Data Security

We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. We employ industry-standard security measures to safeguard the information you provide to us, both online and offline. While no system is completely impervious to threats, we are committed to taking all reasonable precautions to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

 

4. Confidentiality and Sharing of Information

At eVillage, we take privacy seriously and are committed to not sharing, selling, or using your personal information for any commercial purposes. Your personal information will remain confidential and will not be sold, rented, or traded to any third parties.

We may share information in the following instances:

• With trusted partners: We may collaborate with other organizations to advance our mission. Any data shared will be for purposes that align with our values, and we ensure that our partners adhere to privacy standards.

• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, and safety of others.

 

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once it is no longer needed, we will securely dispose of or anonymize your data.

 

6. Your Rights

As a supporter of eVillage, you have the right to:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we have on file for you.

• Correction: Request that we correct or update your information if it is inaccurate.

• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

• Opt-Out: You may opt-out of receiving communications from us at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in our emails or contacting us directly.

 

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other

operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date at the top of the policy will be updated accordingly.

 

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or the information we hold about you, please feel free to contact us.