Privacy Policy

Sustainable Development Council (SDC) Privacy Policy

1. Introduction: The Sustainable Development Council (SDC) is committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how SDC collects, uses, discloses, and protects the personal information of individuals who interact with us, including visitors to our website, participants in our programs, and other stakeholders. By engaging with SDC, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. Information Collection: SDC may collect personal information through various channels, including but not limited to our website, events, surveys, and direct interactions. This information may include, but is not limited to:

• Contact details (name, email, phone number, address)
• Professional information (affiliation, job title)
• Demographic information
• Donation or contribution details (if applicable)
• Website usage data (cookies and analytics)

3. Use of Information: SDC uses personal information for the following purposes:

• Communication: To respond to inquiries, provide information, and communicate updates.
• Program Participation: To manage participation in SDC programs, events, or initiatives.
• Donations: To process and acknowledge donations and provide relevant information.
• Research and Analysis: To improve our programs and services through data analysis.
• Marketing: To send updates, newsletters, and promotional materials with the option to opt out.

4. Information Sharing: SDC may share personal information with trusted partners and service providers for the purposes outlined in this policy. We do not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security: SDC employs reasonable security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and SDC cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Analytics: SDC’s website may use cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We may also use analytics tools to collect information about website usage. This information is used for statistical analysis and to improve our website’s content and functionality.

7. Links to Third-Party Websites: SDC’s website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for convenience, and SDC does not have control over the content or privacy practices of these websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of third-party sites.

8. Your Choices: Users have the right to:

• Access and update their personal information.
• Opt out of receiving communications from SDC.
• Request the deletion of their personal information, subject to legal obligations.

9. Children’s Privacy: SDC does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take appropriate steps to delete such information.

10. Changes to the Privacy Policy: SDC reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected on this page, and users are encouraged to review the policy regularly.

11. Contact Information: For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at info@sustainabledevelopmentcouncil.org.

By engaging with SDC, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. This policy is designed to ensure transparency and trust in how we handle personal information while aligning with our commitment to sustainable development and ethical practices.