Introduction
Afghan Youth Action (AYA) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Register for membership
- Apply for programs or volunteer positions
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact us for support or inquiries
- Submit stories or participate in challenges
This may include: name, email address, phone number, location, age, gender, educational background, and other relevant information.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- IP address
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website addresses
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process your membership and volunteer applications
- Communicate with you about programs, events, and opportunities
- Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Improve our website and services
- Analyze usage patterns and trends
- Respond to your inquiries and provide support
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- •With your consent: When you explicitly agree to share your information
- •Service providers: With trusted third parties who assist in operating our website and services
- •Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- •Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to or restrict the processing of your information
- Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
- Opt-out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Children's Privacy
Our services are intended for individuals aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Privacy 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. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: info@afghanyouthaction.org
Organization: Afghan Youth Action (AYA)
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan