Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Change Makers Pact (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our members, donors, partners, and all other stakeholders. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with the rule of law and the Constitution of Ghana.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, address, phone number, email address, date of birth, and other identifiers.
  • Demographic Information: Gender, age, occupation, and other demographic details.
  • Financial Information: Bank details, donation amounts, payment methods.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our website and services.
  • Communications: Records of communications between you and Change Makers Pact.

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

3.1 Direct Interactions

  • Forms: When you fill out registration forms, donation forms, or any other forms on our website or at events.
  • Subscriptions: When you subscribe to our newsletters or other communications.
  • Donations: When you make donations through our website, via bank transfer, or in person.
  • Events: When you attend our events and provide information during registration or participation.

3.2 Automated Technologies

  • Cookies: Small files placed on your device that collect information about your activities on our website.
  • Web Beacons: Small electronic files that track user behavior on our website.
  • Log Files: Records of your visits to our website, including access times, pages viewed, and other statistical data.

3.3 Third Parties

  • Public Databases: Information obtained from publicly accessible databases.
  • Social Media Platforms: Information obtained when you interact with us on social media.
  • Partners and Affiliates: Information obtained from our partners and affiliates, subject to your consent.

4. Use of Information

We use your information to:

4.1 Provide Services

  • Membership Management: To manage your membership with Change Makers Pact.
  • Event Coordination: To organize and manage events and activities.
  • Donation Processing: To process and acknowledge your donations.

4.2 Communication

  • Updates and Newsletters: To send you updates, newsletters, and other communications about our activities and campaigns.
  • Event Invitations: To invite you to participate in our events and activities.
  • Surveys and Feedback: To collect your feedback and improve our services.

4.3 Improvement and Development

  • Website Improvement: To enhance our website’s functionality and user experience.
  • Service Development: To develop new programs, services, and initiatives based on your feedback and needs.

4.4 Compliance and Protection

  • Legal Obligations: To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Rights Protection: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, and property, and that of our users and other third parties.

5. Disclosure of Information

We may share your information with:

5.1 Service Providers

  • Payment Processors: To process donations and payments.
  • Email Service Providers: To send emails and newsletters.
  • Event Coordinators: To manage event registrations and logistics.

5.2 Legal Authorities

  • Law Enforcement: When required by law, subpoena, or other legal processes.
  • Regulatory Bodies: To comply with regulatory requirements and government requests.

5.3 Partners and Affiliates

  • Joint Initiatives: With your consent, we may share information with partners and affiliates for collaborative projects and campaigns.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Encryption: Encrypting sensitive information transmitted online.
  • Access Controls: Restricting access to personal information to authorized personnel only.
  • Regular Audits: Conducting regular security audits and risk assessments.

7. Your Rights

Under the Constitution of Ghana, you have the right to:

7.1 Access

  • Request access to your personal information held by us.

7.2 Correction

  • Request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

7.3 Deletion

  • Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual restrictions.

7.4 Objection

  • Object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected and to comply with legal and regulatory requirements. Specifically:

  • Membership Information: Retained for the duration of your membership and for a period thereafter as required by law.
  • Donation Records: Retained for a minimum of [X] years to comply with financial regulations.
  • Communications: Retained as long as necessary to provide ongoing services and for historical record purposes.

9. 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 our website and updating the effective date. In the event of significant changes, we may also provide additional notice, such as via email.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Change Makers Pact
Location: No. 5 Mandela Street Lakeside Estate
Email: info@changemakerspact.com

By using our services, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

This Privacy Policy conforms to the rule of law and the Constitution of Ghana, ensuring transparency and accountability in the handling of personal information.