At ISMNC Rivers, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data when you visit our website, participate in our programs, attend our events, or interact with us online or offline.
Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
Financial Information: Payment details for membership fees, event registrations, or donations (processed securely via third-party payment gateways).
Personal Identification Information: Full name, gender, date of birth, nationality.
Contact Information: Email address, phone number, residential/office address.
Professional Information: Job title, organization, membership details, certifications, areas of interest.
Digital Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies when you use our website.
Event Participation Data: Photographs, video recordings, and attendance records during seminars, workshops, or conferences.
How We Use Your Information
Your personal data is used strictly for legitimate organizational purposes, including:
Ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and professional standards.
Managing your membership with ISMNC Rivers.
Processing event registrations, payments, and attendance.
Sending updates, newsletters, and important organizational announcements.
Enhancing our training, seminars, and professional development programs.
Conducting research, surveys, and reporting for organizational growth.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent: Where you have given us explicit permission.
- Contract: To fulfill our obligations under membership or service agreements.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
- Legitimate Interests: To enhance our services, improve user experience, and strengthen member engagement.
Data Sharing & Disclosure
We respect your privacy and will not sell, rent, or trade your information. However, we may share your data with:
- Authorized Service Providers: IT support, payment processors, mailing services.
- Regulatory and Government Authorities: Where required by law.
- Professional Partners: For collaborative events, provided appropriate safeguards are in place.
All third parties are required to handle your data in compliance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include:
- Encrypted payment systems.
- Secure cloud storage and data backups.
- Restricted access to sensitive data.
- Regular monitoring and updates of security systems.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, and reporting requirements. When data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.
Your Data Protection Rights
As a data subject, you have the following rights under applicable data protection laws (e.g., NDPR, GDPR):
- Right to access your personal data.
- Right to request correction or update of your information.
- Right to withdraw consent at any time.
- Right to request erasure of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Right to restrict or object to data processing.
- Right to data portability (receive a copy of your data in a usable format).
To exercise these rights, please contact us via the details below.
Cookies & Online Tracking
Our website may use cookies to improve functionality and user experience. Cookies help us:
- Analyze website traffic and usage.
- Personalize content and services.
- Store user preferences for faster access.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some website features may not function properly without them.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. ISMNC Rivers is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage users to review their privacy policies.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors without parental consent.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect legal requirements, industry practices, or organizational changes. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.