Privacy Policy

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Introduction

Common Heritage Foundation (CHF) ("CHF," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all individuals who interact with our website, programs, services, and activities. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and disclose personal information obtained through our website and related digital platforms.

By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with its terms.

Who We Are

Common Heritage Foundation (CHF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving lives and strengthening communities through education, community development, youth empowerment, resilience building, and other sustainable development initiatives.

As part of our commitment to accountability and transparency, we take the protection of personal data seriously and strive to process all information responsibly and lawfully.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Personal Information

Information that identifies or can be used to identify an individual, including:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Residential or organizational address
• Professional affiliation
• Donation and payment information
• Volunteer or employment application details
• Any information submitted through forms on our website

Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Time spent on the website
• Referral sources
• Website usage patterns

This information helps us improve the performance, security, and user experience of our website.

How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

• Contact forms
• Newsletter subscriptions
• Donation forms
• Volunteer registration forms
• Job applications
• Event registration forms
• Surveys and feedback forms
• Direct communications with CHF
• Cookies and analytics technologies

How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

• Respond to inquiries and requests
• Process donations and issue acknowledgements
• Manage volunteer, internship, and employment applications
• Register participants for events and programs
• Provide updates about our work and impact
• Improve our website and services
• Conduct research, monitoring, and evaluation activities
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• Protect the security and integrity of our systems

We will only use personal information for legitimate organizational purposes and in accordance with applicable laws.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and understand how visitors interact with our website.

Cookies help us:

• Remember user preferences
• Improve website functionality
• Measure website performance
• Analyze visitor behavior

Users may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or other communications, we may send you updates about our programs, events, campaigns, publications, fundraising initiatives, and organizational activities.

You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Donations and Financial Information

When donations are made through our website, payment information may be processed by secure third-party payment service providers.

CHF does not store complete payment card information on its servers. Payment transactions are handled in accordance with the security standards and privacy policies of the respective payment processors.

Sharing of Information

CHF does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

We may share information only when necessary:

• With trusted service providers supporting our operations
• With payment processors handling donations
• With regulatory or government authorities where legally required
• With partners involved in implementing programs, where appropriate and lawful
• To protect the rights, safety, and security of CHF and others

All third parties are expected to maintain appropriate safeguards for personal information.

Data Security

CHF implements reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, misuse, or loss.

While we strive to protect all information, no method of transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Users share information at their own discretion and risk.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes for which it was collected
• Meet legal, financial, and regulatory obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Maintain organizational records and accountability requirements

When information is no longer required, it will be securely deleted, anonymized, or destroyed.

Children's Privacy

Protecting children's privacy is particularly important to CHF.

Where our programs involve children or vulnerable persons, personal information is collected and processed only where necessary and in accordance with applicable safeguarding, consent, and data protection requirements.

Parents, guardians, schools, or authorized representatives may be required to provide consent where appropriate.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites operated by other organizations or service providers.

CHF is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of external websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of personal information where appropriate
• Object to certain forms of processing
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• Request restriction of processing
• Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority

Requests regarding personal information may be submitted using the contact details provided below.

International Data Transfers

Where information is transferred across jurisdictions for operational, administrative, or partnership purposes, CHF will take reasonable measures to ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection requirements and maintain appropriate safeguards.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

CHF reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements, organizational practices, or website functionality.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of the website following such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact:

Common Heritage Foundation (CHF)
Email: admin@commonheritagefoundation.org
Phone: +234 703 770 3789
Address: 12 Limpopo Street, Suncity Estate, Galadimawa, Abuja FCT, Nigeria
Website: commonheritagefoundation.org

We are committed to addressing privacy-related inquiries promptly and responsibly.