Arushiom Foundation Privacy Policy

Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy explains clearly how Arushiom Foundation (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, protects, and discloses your personal information in accordance with relevant international privacy frameworks, including:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – EU)**
  • California Consumer Privacy Act/California Privacy Rights Act (CCPA/CPRA – US)**
  • Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA – US)**
  • Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados Pessoais (LGPD – Brazil)**
  • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA – South Africa)**

Consent and Agreement

By accessing or using our website (https://arushiom.org) or apps (“Services”), you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you disagree with this policy, please do not use our Services.

Collection and Use of Personal Information

We collect personal data, including but not limited to your name, email, phone number, address, country, language spoken, payment information (not stored by us), and details necessary for event participation or donations.

Purpose of Collection:

  • Communication and information dissemination
  • Participation in Foundation activities and events
  • Donations processing
  • Statistical and analytical purposes

Your Rights (GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, LGPD, POPIA)

Depending on your jurisdiction, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccuracies in your personal information
  • Request deletion or anonymization of your data
  • Restrict or object to the processing of your data
  • Data portability
  • Opt-out of automated decision-making
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise any rights, email our Information Officer at info@arushiom.org.

Your personal information will not be shared publicly without explicit consent, except as follows:

Visibility and Disclosure

  • Testimonials shared publicly with consent
  • Disclosure to authorized third-party vendors under strict Non-Disclosure Agreements
  • Disclosure to event organizers strictly for managing Foundation-hosted events
  • Legal obligations or protecting vital interests (health, safety, law enforcement)

International Data Transfer

Your data may be transferred internationally. We ensure compliance with GDPR, LGPD, and POPIA by using standard contractual clauses or obtaining explicit consent where required. Adequate safeguards and security measures will always be in place.

Data Security

We employ robust security measures (e.g., secure cloud storage, regular system updates, firewalls, antivirus protection) to safeguard your data from unauthorized access or breaches. While absolute security online cannot be guaranteed, we undertake all reasonable protective measures.

In case of a data breach, we will promptly notify both affected users and relevant authorities as per GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, LGPD, and POPIA requirements.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for the duration of your relationship with the Foundation and for three years after your last engagement unless otherwise required by law or you explicitly request deletion.

Complaints and Inquiries

If you have complaints or questions regarding the handling of your personal data, contact our Information Officer at info@arushiom.org.

If unresolved, you may lodge a complaint with your respective Data Protection Authority:

  • South Africa: Information Regulator (complaints.IR@justice.gov.za)
  • EU (GDPR): Relevant national data protection authority
  • California (CCPA/CPRA): California Privacy Protection Agency
  • Virginia (VCDPA): Attorney General’s Office of Virginia
  • Brazil (LGPD): Autoridade Nacional de Proteção de Dados (ANPD)

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance functionality, analytics, session management, and user preferences. Third-party cookies (e.g., Google Analytics) may also be used. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser; however, disabling cookies may impair website functionality.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be clearly posted on our website, and significant amendments will be communicated directly via email.

Information Officer Contact:

Mr. Louis Brassard 

Email: info@arushiom.org