Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 2022

African Bible and Mission Resource Centre (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, store, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with us—online, via email, in person, or through third parties. Our commitment is grounded in applicable data protection laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), South Africa’s POPIA, and others where relevant.

1. Who We Are

African Bible and Mission Resource Centre is a registered non-governmental and non-profit organization focused on [Insert Your Mission: e.g., education, healthcare, women empowerment, community development, etc.]. We operate transparently and are committed to using your data only for purposes aligned with our mission.
Email: info@abmrc.org
Phone: +44 739 982 5276
Website: https://abmrc.org

2. Information We Collect

We may collect both Personal Information and Non-Personal Information through a variety of methods.

A. Personal Information

This includes data that can directly or indirectly identify you:

  • Full Name
  • Email Address
  • Phone Number
  • Postal/Physical Address
  • Date of Birth
  • Country of Residence
  • National Identification (for legal, volunteer, or beneficiary verification)
  • Occupation (optional for volunteers or partners)
  • Bank/Payment Details (for donations)
  • Signature (in signed forms or agreements)
  • Media: Photos, Audio, Video recordings (with consent)

B. Non-Personal Information

We collect data through cookies and analytics tools, including:

  • Browser and device type
  • IP address
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited
  • Time and date of access
  • Referring URL
  • Clickstream data

3. How We Collect Information

Information is collected:

  • Directly from you (forms, registrations, applications, surveys)
  • Automatically (via cookies and tracking on our website)
  • From third parties (partner organizations, event platforms, social media)
  • From public sources (NGO databases, grant applications, newsletters)

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR & Others)

Under laws such as the GDPR, we must have a legal basis for processing your personal data. These include:

  • Consent: You’ve given us permission (e.g., newsletter signup, event photos).
  • Contractual Obligation: To fulfill an agreement (e.g., donation receipt, volunteer engagement).
  • Legal Requirement: Where we are obligated to keep records for audits or government compliance.
  • Legitimate Interest: To pursue our mission ethically and efficiently (e.g., donor retention, impact evaluation).

5. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process donations and issue receipts
  • Communicate updates, newsletters, and appeals
  • Register volunteers and participants
  • Share success stories, photos, and testimonials (with consent)
  • Fulfill legal and regulatory obligations
  • Organize events, campaigns, or outreach
  • Maintain internal records and impact reports
  • Conduct surveys or feedback initiatives
  • Ensure the security and performance of our website

6. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your data with:

  • Third-party service providers: e.g., payment processors, email marketing services, CRM tools, cloud storage providers
  • Legal or regulatory bodies: when required for compliance or auditing
  • Partner organizations or collaborators: if working on joint projects—with your prior consent
  • Media outlets or donors: with permission for fundraising or success stories

All service providers are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.

7. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside your country (e.g., to cloud services or international partners), we ensure that:

  • Your data is transferred under Standard Contractual Clauses or similar safeguards
  • Security protocols and policies are in place to protect data integrity
  • You are informed when necessary, and your rights are maintained

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information:

  • As long as necessary for the purposes collected
  • To comply with legal, tax, or reporting requirements
  • Until consent is withdrawn (for email or marketing)
  • According to internal data retention policies (usually 3–7 years)

Once the data is no longer needed, it is either securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Photos, Videos, and Testimonials

We may capture photos, videos, and stories during our events or programs.

  • Your consent will be explicitly requested before using any content where you are identifiable.
  • You can withdraw your consent at any time by emailing [Insert Contact Email].

10. Your Rights (Under GDPR, POPIA, CCPA)

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Rectify inaccurate or outdated information
  • Erase or delete your personal data
  • Restrict processing under certain conditions
  • Object to processing for direct marketing
  • Withdraw Consent at any time
  • Data Portability – obtain and reuse your personal data
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in your jurisdiction

To exercise these rights, please email: [Insert Contact Email]

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and tracking technologies to:

  • Improve website performance
  • Understand user behavior
  • Provide relevant content and marketing

Types of Cookies Used:

  • Essential: Required for website functionality
  • Analytical: e.g., Google Analytics, to track engagement
  • Marketing/Third-party: Social media integrations, ads (with your consent)

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

12. Security of Your Data

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures, such as:

  • Encrypted transmission (SSL)
  • Role-based access control
  • Firewalls and secure servers
  • Data protection training for staff and volunteers
  • Regular security audits

Despite our efforts, no system is 100% secure, and we encourage users to contact us immediately if they suspect a data breach.

13. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content on these sites. We encourage users to review their privacy policies before sharing data.

14. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental or guardian consent. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, contact us immediately.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on our website and, where appropriate, communicated directly via email or notices. The “Effective Date” at the top will always indicate the most recent update.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or wish to file a data request, contact us at:

African Bible and Mission Resource Centre
📍 Address: Operating from London, UK
📧 Email: info@abmrc.org
📞 Phone: +44 739 982 5276
🌐 Website: https://abmrc.org

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