Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 26, 2025
1. Introduction
Mulenge Positive Society (MPS) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our community members, supporters, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
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Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number.
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Demographic Information: Age, gender, language preferences.
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Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device information, and browsing behavior on our website.
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Communication Data: Records of correspondence, feedback, and inquiries.
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Donation and Payment Information: Transaction details when you make donations or purchases.
3. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:
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Direct Interactions: When you fill out forms, subscribe to newsletters, participate in surveys, or contact us directly.
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Automated Technologies: Cookies and similar tracking technologies collect technical data about your browsing actions and patterns.
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Third-Party Sources: We may receive information from partners, service providers, and publicly available sources.
4. Use of Your Information
We use your personal data to:
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Provide and manage our services and programs.
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Communicate with you about our activities, events, and updates.
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Process donations and manage fundraising efforts.
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Analyze website usage to improve our services.
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Comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information with:
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Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you.
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Legal Obligations: When required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of MPS, our users, or others.
All third parties are obligated to keep your information secure and use it only for specified purposes.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
8. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you.
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Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
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Request deletion of your personal data.
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Object to or restrict processing of your data.
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Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
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Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
To exercise these rights, please contact us.
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Children's Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 16 without parental consent. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information.
11. International Data Transfers
As an organization operating internationally, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that your data is protected.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us.