Effective Date: May 2025
1. Introduction
The Southern Africa Ramsar Regional Initiative (SARRI) (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our services, website, or programs.
By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
2. What Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Identifiable Information: Name, email, phone number, address, job title, etc.
- Demographic Information: Age, gender, nationality, professional background.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, cookies.
- Usage Data: How you interact with our website or services.
3. How We Collect Data
We collect data through:
- Direct interactions (e.g., forms, registrations, emails).
- Automated technologies (e.g., cookies, analytics tools).
- Third-party sources (e.g., partners, public databases).
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
- Consent (where you have given explicit permission).
- Contractual necessity (to fulfill agreements with you).
- Legal obligations (to comply with applicable laws).
- Legitimate interests (for organizational operations, provided it does not override your rights).
5. How We Use Your Data
Your data may be used for:
- Providing and improving our services.
- Communication (e.g., newsletters, updates).
- Compliance with legal requirements.
- Research and analytics.
6. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We may share data with:
- Service Providers: Third parties assisting in operations (under strict confidentiality).
- Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect rights.
- Partners/Affiliates: For collaborative projects (with your consent where needed).
We do not sell your personal data.
7. International Data Transfers
If data is transferred outside your jurisdiction, we ensure appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions).
8. Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures (e.g., encryption, access controls) to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure.
9. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or as required by law.
10. Your Rights
Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your data.
- Restrict or object to processing.
- Withdraw consent (where applicable).
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
11. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance user experience. You can manage preferences via browser settings.
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
13. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from children under [age] without parental consent.
14. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will be posted on our website with the effective date.
15. Contact Us
For questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, contact:
Southern Africa Ramsar Regional Initiative (SARRI)
Email: partnerships@sarriwet.org
Address: IUCN South Africa Country Office. Block A, Hatfield Gardens, 333 Grosvenor Street, Hatfield, Pretoria.