1. Introduction

Mama Africa Pendo ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website mamaafricapendo.org or interact with our services.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address when you donate, volunteer, or contact us
• Donation Information: Payment details processed securely through our payment partners
• Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited
• Newsletter Subscriptions: Email address for sending updates about our programs and events

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process donations and provide donation receipts
• Communicate with you about our programs, events, and impact
• Process volunteer applications and coordinate volunteer activities
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:

• Payment Processors: To process secure donations (e.g., Paystack)
• Service Providers: Who assist us in operating our website and services
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Partners: With your consent for specific programs or events

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent at any time

7. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect some website functionality.

8. Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.