Effective Date:1st December 2024

At Lex Initiative, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data in accordance with Nigerian data protection laws, including the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR), and in alignment with global best practices.

By using our services or providing us with your personal data, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information when you interact with us:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address.
• Donation Information: Payment details, donation history, and transaction records.
• Demographic Information: Age, gender, and interests (when voluntarily provided).
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device type, and location information when you visit our website or engage with our online services.
• Other Information: Any other information you provide us directly, such as feedback, survey responses, or content you submit (e.g., photos, testimonials).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Process Donations: To process your donations, issue receipts, and provide acknowledgment of your support.
• To Communicate with You: To send updates, newsletters, event invitations, and other communications about our initiatives (with your consent).
• To Improve Our Services: To personalize your experience, improve our website, and respond to your inquiries or requests.
• For Legal and Financial Obligations: To comply with tax laws, accounting requirements, and other legal obligations in Nigeria.
• To Protect Our Rights and Interests: To prevent fraud, comply with legal processes, and protect our organization’s assets.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in the operation of our organization, including:

• Payment Processors: For processing donations and transactions.
• Service Providers: For technical support, data storage, website hosting, or email communications.
• Legal and Regulatory Authorities: If required by law, for legal proceedings, or to comply with regulatory obligations under Nigerian law.

We ensure that any third-party partners who process your personal information comply with Nigerian data protection laws and have appropriate security measures in place.

4. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR) and other applicable laws, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data:

• Right of Access: You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: You can request correction or update of any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.
• Right to Object: You can object to certain types of processing, such as direct marketing.
• Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: If you have provided consent for any processing, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at +234 (0) 811 618 0399.

5. Data Security

We take the security of your personal data seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and access controls.

However, no data transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These technologies help us understand how you interact with our site and can improve your user experience. Cookies may be used for:

• Remembering your preferences and settings.
• Analyzing website traffic and usage patterns.
• Delivering personalized content or advertisements.

You can control cookie settings through your browser. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

For more information about our use of cookies, please refer to our [Cookie Policy].

7. International Transfers of Data

If you are located outside of Nigeria, your personal data may be transferred to and processed in Nigeria or other countries where we operate. These countries may not have the same data protection laws as your country of residence. When transferring data internationally, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, such as standard contractual clauses or other legal mechanisms.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. When your data is no longer required for these purposes, it will be securely deleted.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:

Lex Initiative for Rights Advocacy and Development
info@liradnigeria.org
+234 (0) 811 618 0399
www.liradnigeria.org