Effective Date: May 28, 2025
Last Updated: May 28, 2025
At the Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR), we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding the personal data we collect through our programs, website, and related platforms. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information, so that you can make an informed choice about using the Website
1. Who We Are
SCIDaR is a non-governmental organization (NGO) focused on solving complex health and development challenges in Nigeria and across Africa. Our website, www.scidar.org, serves as an information and engagement platform for stakeholders, partners, and the public.
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
A. Personal Information:
– Name
– Email address
– Phone number
– Organization and job title
– Country/location
– Any other information voluntarily submitted via contact forms, surveys, newsletters, or career applications
B. Automatically Collected Information:
– IP address
– Browser type and version
– Pages visited and time spent
– Device type
– Referring site details (e.g., how you arrived at our website)
3. How We Use Your Information
SCIDaR uses your personal data to:
– Respond to inquiries and requests
– Share updates, reports, or newsletters
– Improve our website and services
– Process applications for career or partnership opportunities
– Meet legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations
We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal data to third parties.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your information based on:
– Consent – You have given us permission (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter)
– Contractual necessity – To fulfill obligations related to your engagement with us
– Legal obligation – To comply with applicable laws and regulations
– Legitimate interest – To improve service delivery and communication
5. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law or donor obligations. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
Your personal information may be shared with:
– SCIDaR affiliates or implementing partners (on a need-to-know basis)
– Authorized service providers performing functions on our behalf (e.g., IT support, data storage)
– Regulators, government agencies, or law enforcement, if legally required
All third-party partners are required to maintain appropriate data protection safeguards.
7. Your Rights
Depending on applicable data protection laws (e.g., NDPA, GDPR), you have the right to:
– Access the personal data we hold about you
– Correct or update inaccurate information
– Withdraw your consent at any time
– Request erasure of your data, where applicable
– Object to or restrict data processing
– Lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority
To exercise these rights, email us at: info@scidar.org
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can modify your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies. However, doing so may affect some website functionality.
9. Data Security
SCIDaR maintains technical and organizational safeguards aligned with the ISO/IEC 27001 framework to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. SCIDaR is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect legal or operational changes. The latest version will always be available at www.scidar.org/privacy-policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:
Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)
Email: info@scidar.org
Website: www.scidar.org
