1. Introduction

CAPRECON (Community Action Program for Reconstruction and Conservation) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our website visitors, donors, volunteers, beneficiaries, and partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website at https://caprecon-giveall.org/  or interact with our services.

2. About CAPRECON

CAPRECON is a legally recognized social welfare and environmental organization founded in 2013 by Dr. Philip Tah Fon, with headquarters in Limbe, Cameroon. We operate across different regions in Cameroon, focusing on education, healthcare, human rights, environmental protection, and community development.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address
• Donation Information: Payment details, donation history, billing information
• Volunteer Information: Skills, availability, background information
• Beneficiary Information: Educational background, health status (where relevant), family information
• Website Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site

3.2 How We Collect Information

• Directly from you: When you donate, volunteer, register for programs, or contact us
• Website interactions: Through cookies, analytics tools, and contact forms
• Third parties: From partner organizations, schools, and community leaders (with consent)
• Events and programs: During our educational, healthcare, and community activities

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

4.1 Program Delivery

• Providing educational support to orphaned children and youth
• Delivering healthcare services to marginalized populations
• Implementing environmental protection programs
• Conducting vocational training programs

4.2 Communication

• Sending updates about our programs and impact
• Responding to inquiries and requests for information
• Providing donation receipts and acknowledgments
• Recruiting and coordinating volunteers

4.3 Administration

• Processing donations and managing donor relationships
• Complying with legal and regulatory requirements
• Improving our services and website functionality
• Conducting research and evaluation of our programs

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

5.1 We May Share Information With:

• Partner Organizations: To deliver joint programs and services
• Government Agencies: When required by law or for program compliance
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with our operations
• Donors: Aggregate, non-identifying information about program impact

5.2 We Do Not:

• Sell, rent, or trade your personal information
• Share sensitive beneficiary information without consent
• Use your information for commercial purposes unrelated to our mission

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Secure data storage systems
• Limited access to personal information
• Regular security assessments
• Encryption of sensitive data during transmission
• Staff training on data protection practices

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes for which it was collected
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
• Maintain donor and volunteer records for accountability
• Evaluate program effectiveness and impact

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request copies of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for processing your information
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

9. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Provide relevant content and information

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Children’s Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of children in our programs. We:

• Obtain appropriate consent before collecting children’s information
• Limit collection to information necessary for program delivery
• Implement additional safeguards for sensitive information
• Comply with applicable laws regarding children’s privacy

12. International Data Transfers

As we operate primarily in Cameroon with potential international partnerships, we ensure that any cross-border data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and include appropriate safeguards.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes through:

• Website notifications
• Email communications
• Updated effective date on this policy

14. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

CAPRECON
Address: Mile 4, Limbe, Cameroon
Email: info@caprecon-cameroon.org
Phone: +237 650 727 596

Website: https://caprecon-giveall.org/

Data Protection Officer: Dr. Philip Tah Fon, Founder and Director

15. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Cameroon and applicable international data protection standards.

This Privacy Policy demonstrates CAPRECON’s commitment to transparency and accountability in our mission to provide quality education, healthcare, environmental protection, and community development services across Cameroon.