Privacy Policy

Kenyan Paraplegic Organization (KPO) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our all stakeholders, including but not limited to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), their families, supporters, CSOs, DPOs, collaborators and partners. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you engage with our website or services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information:

• Name, contact details (email, phone number, address), and demographic information.
• Specific needs or disability-related information provided to us for service delivery.

b. Non-Personal Information:

• Browser type, IP address, and other technical data when you visit our website.
• Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and interactions.

c. Special Categories of Information:
We may collect sensitive data, such as health or accessibility needs, only with your explicit consent and when necessary for providing services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Deliver programs and services
• Facilitate communication and engagement with our beneficiaries, collaborators, donors, and partners.
• Improve website functionality and user experience.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except:

• With your consent.
• To trusted partners, collaborators or service providers assisting us in delivering our services.
• As required by law, such as responding to legal obligations or protecting our rights.

4. Data Security

We take precautions and are guided by the Kenya’s data protection policy that is governed by the Data Protection Act of 2019 and the Data Protection (General) Regulations of 2021. The policy protects the privacy of individuals by regulating how their personal data is collected, used, and disclosed to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data.
• Regular monitoring of systems for vulnerabilities.
• Restricted access to personal information by authorized personnel only.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request corrections or updates to your data.
• Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please review our [Cookie Policy].

7. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

8. Updates to this Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The revised policy will be posted on our website with the effective date.