Privacy Policy
Yalari is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of personal information entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal information of individuals who interact with our not-for-profit organization. By accessing our services and providing your personal information, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Collection of Personal Information:
Yalari may collect personal information from various sources, including but not limited to, scholarship applicants, donors, volunteers, and event attendees. The types of personal information we collect may include, but are not limited to:
- Name, address, and contact information
- Date of birth and gender
- Indigenous status and community details
- Education history and academic performance
- Financial information for scholarships and donations
- Photographs and videos for promotional purposes
- Consent forms and preferences
Use of Personal Information:
We use personal information for the following purposes:
- To evaluate scholarship applications and select recipients
- To communicate with scholarship recipients, donors, volunteers, and other stakeholders
- To process donations and provide tax receipts
- To inform individuals about Yalari’s programs, events, and activities
- To improve our services and better understand our supporters’ needs
- To comply with legal obligations
Disclosure of Personal Information:
Yalari may disclose personal information to:
- Educational institutions to facilitate scholarship administration
- Third-party service providers who assist with our operations (e.g., IT, marketing)
- Donors and supporters, unless anonymity is requested
- Regulatory authorities and law enforcement as required by law
- Other stakeholders involved in our programs (with consent)
Consent:
By providing personal information to Yalari, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of that information as outlined in this Privacy Policy. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at [contact information].
Security:
We take reasonable steps to safeguard personal information against loss, theft, unauthorized access, and misuse. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the security of information transmitted to or from our website.
Access and Correction:
You have the right to access and correct your personal information held by Yalari. If you wish to access or update your information, please contact us at [contact information].
Retention:
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal requirements.
Changes to this Privacy Policy:
Yalari may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a prominent notice on our website or by other means of communication.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how Yalari handles personal information, please contact our Privacy Officer at [email protected]
By interacting with Yalari, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.