Vision Aid is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who engage with our programs, events, and services. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in accordance with applicable laws in the Kurdistan Region, Iraq.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

  • Name
  • Contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
  • Demographic information (e.g., age, gender, nationality)
  • Educational background or employment information when relevant to specific programs or events

b. Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal data such as:

  • Website usage data (e.g., IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site)
  • Aggregated data about participation in our programs and events

c. Sensitive Information

For specific programs or services, we may collect sensitive information (e.g., health data or financial information). Such data will only be collected with your explicit consent.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To administer programs, events, and services effectively
  • To communicate with you about events, updates, or opportunities
  • To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
  • To analyze program effectiveness and improve our services
  • To report aggregated and anonymized data to donors or partners for transparency

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information under these circumstances:

  • With Partners and Donors: Aggregated and anonymized data may be shared to demonstrate the impact of our initiatives.
  • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party vendors to facilitate our operations (e.g., event organizers or IT service providers).
  • Legal Obligations: Your information may be disclosed if required by law, regulation, or court order.
  • Consent: We may share your information with your explicit consent.

We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We employ reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These measures include:

  • Secure storage systems
  • Restricted access to sensitive data
  • Encryption of sensitive information during transmission

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, update, or correct your personal information
  • Request the deletion of your data
  • Withdraw your consent to data processing
  • Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].

6. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy unless a longer retention period is required by law.

7. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. By using our site, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website or communications may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites and encourage you to review their policies.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on our website with the revised effective date. Your continued engagement with Vision Aid after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us