Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

1. Introduction
Focolare NewHumanity Africa (FONHA) (“we”, “our”, or “us”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [insert website URL]. We comply with the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019, and applicable NGO standards.

2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal data:

  • Email addresses: when you subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list.

  • Contact information: such as names, emails, and phone numbers submitted through our contact forms.

  • Usage data: through Google Analytics and other tracking tools to understand website usage.

  • Future donations: if you choose to make a donation, we may collect payment and donation details.

3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To send newsletters, updates, and announcements (for subscribers).

  • To respond to inquiries submitted via contact forms.

  • To analyze website performance and improve user experience using Google Analytics.

  • To process donations (when donation functionality is added).

4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data with:

  • Service providers assisting us in managing our website, email marketing, or analytics tools.

  • Authorities if required by law.

5. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies may include:

  • Analytics cookies (Google Analytics) to monitor website traffic and usage patterns.

  • Functional cookies to remember your preferences.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

7. Retention of Data
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

8. Your Rights
Under the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data held by us.

  • Request correction of inaccurate data.

  • Request deletion of your personal data.

  • Withdraw consent where applicable.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at: projects.eastafrica@focolare.org.

9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Project Office of the Focolare Movement in Eastern Africa - Focolare NewHumanity Africa.

Email: projects.eastafrica@focolare.org
Phone: +254-712-804-551