Privacy Policy.
**Privacy Policy for TVEP – Empowering Limpopo****Effective Date:** 01/08/2023**
1. Introduction**
Thohoyandou Victim Empowerment – Empowering Limpopo (hereinafter referred to as “TVEP,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of individuals who interact with our victim empowerment program. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information in connection with our programs, services, and activities.**
2. Information We Collect**
We may collect personal information, including but not limited to:- Name- Contact information (email, phone number, address)- Gender- Age- Demographic information- Information provided during workshops, events, or online interactions*
*3. How We Use Your Information*
*We use the collected information for the following purposes:- Providing victim empowerment programs and services- Communicating with you about workshops, events, and educational materials- Conducting research and analysis to improve our programs- Raising awareness about gender-based violence and related topics- Sending updates and newsletters**
4. Sharing of Information*
*We may share your information with:- Our authorized personnel for program-related purposes- Third-party service providers assisting in program implementation- Law enforcement or legal authorities when required by applicable laws- Consent-based sharing for testimonials or success stories (with pseudonyms)**
5. Data Security*
*We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.*
*6. Your Choices*
*You have the right to:- Access, correct, or update your personal information- Withdraw consent for certain data processing activities- Opt out of receiving communications from us- Request the deletion of your personal information**
7. Children’s Privacy**
Our programs and services are not directed towards children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
**8. Changes to this Privacy Policy**
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective upon posting on our website.**
9. Contact Us**If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal information or this Privacy Policy, please contact us at web@tvep.org.za. By using our programs and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.**Paida Matongoti****01/08/2023*******