Privacy Policy

The Human Right Pathfinders Association of Nigeria (HURPA Nigeria) values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of all visitors, members, partners, and beneficiaries. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data in line with national and international data protection standards.

1. Information We Collect

   We collect personal and non-personal information necessary to fulfill our mission and improve our services. This may include:

   • Full name, phone number, and email address (for membership, volunteering, or support inquiries)
   • Organization or institution name (if applicable)
   • Content or information you provide through forms, reports, or online campaigns
   • Website usage data (such as browser type, IP address, and interaction patterns)
2. How We Use Your Information

   The information we collect is used solely for legitimate organizational purposes, including:

   • Processing membership, volunteer, or partnership requests
   • Providing updates on human rights activities, campaigns, and events
   • Responding to inquiries and providing assistance to victims of rights violations
   • Improving our website content and outreach
   • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
3. How We Protect Your Information

   We take privacy and data protection seriously. HURPA employs reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of your personal data. Only authorized staff and volunteers have access to your information for legitimate purposes.

4. Cookies and Website Tracking

   Our website uses cookies to improve user experience and analyze website performance. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how visitors use our platform.

   You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings; however, this may limit some features of our website.

   • Essential Cookies: Necessary for core website functions such as security and navigation.
   • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand visitor behavior and improve our online resources.
   • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and enhance accessibility.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

   We do not sell, trade, or rent users’ personal information. Data may only be shared when:

   • Required by law or court order
   • Necessary to protect individuals from harm or rights violations
   • Shared with trusted partners who assist in achieving HURPA’s human rights objectives (under strict confidentiality)
6. Your Rights

   As a data subject, you have the right to:

   • Request access to your personal information
   • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data
   • Withdraw consent to data processing at any time
   • Complain to the appropriate data protection authority if you believe your privacy has been violated
7. Third-Party Links

   Our website may contain links to external platforms (such as social media or partner organizations). HURPA is not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing personal data.

8. Policy Updates

   We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect new legal requirements or organizational practices. All changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.