Privacy Policy

NUNU Fund (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all participants, partners, and stakeholders. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal information you provide to us. By participating in our programs or using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information from participants, partners, and users of our services:

• Personal Identification Information: This includes, but is not limited to, names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, identification numbers, and other relevant personal details.

• Agricultural and Financial Information: We may collect data regarding your farming activities, types and quantities of produce, sales transactions, participation in the SeedBank for Education program, and savings account details.

• Educational Information: This includes details related to the children benefiting from the program, such as their names, schools, grade levels, and academic progress.

• Transaction Information: Any financial transactions between participants and NUNU Fund, such as produce sales, payments, and savings contributions, are recorded for transparency and accuracy.

• Usage Data: We may collect information on how you interact with our services, including visits to our website, use of mobile platforms, or other online tools provided by NUNU Fund.

3. How We Use Your Information

The personal data we collect is used for the following purposes:

• Program Management: To facilitate the SeedBank for Education program and Payback and Saving System, ensuring accurate tracking of produce sales, school fee payments, and savings contributions.

• Improving Services: We use the data to enhance and improve the effectiveness of our services, respond to participant feedback, and tailor our offerings to meet community needs.

• Communication: To communicate with you regarding program updates, important notifications, and other relevant information related to NUNU Fund.

• Compliance and Reporting: We may use your data for regulatory purposes, including audits, compliance with legal obligations, and maintaining the integrity of our programs.

• Monitoring Progress: We track the progress of the children benefiting from the program and assess the overall impact of our initiatives on household incomes, educational access, and financial resilience.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Schools and Educational Institutions: We share relevant information with schools where the children of participating households are enrolled, such as school fee payments and academic progress tracking.

• With Partner Organizations: We may collaborate with trusted partners or vendors to help us implement and manage the program. These partners are bound by confidentiality agreements and are required to use the data only for program-related purposes.

• Legal Obligations: We may disclose personal information when required by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as compliance with court orders, government regulations, or other legal obligations.

• Protection of Rights: We may share personal data to protect the rights, property, or safety of NUNU Fund, our participants, or others, especially in cases of fraud prevention or security enforcement.

5. Data Security

We are committed to ensuring the security of your personal data. We implement the following measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Personal and financial data is encrypted during transmission and stored securely in our databases.

• Access Control: Only authorized personnel have access to participant data, and access is restricted to necessary functions for program management and service delivery.

• Regular Audits: We conduct regular internal and external audits to ensure compliance with our security policies and best practices.

However, while we strive to protect your personal data, no security system is impenetrable, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Once your data is no longer required, we will securely delete or anonymize the information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

7. Your Data Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: You may request access to the personal data we hold about you.

• Correction: If your data is incorrect or outdated, you have the right to request corrections.

• Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations or legitimate program needs.

• Objection: You may object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances, such as direct marketing.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10 below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website and digital platforms may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences.

You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services, but you will still be able to access core features.

9. Third-Party Links

NUNU Fund’s website or services may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources that are not controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be communicated through appropriate channels, and the updated policy will be posted on our website. Continued participation in the program or use of our services after changes are made constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

nunufund@gmail.com

Tel. +256 756437040 / +256 777298299

Muhuza Road, Kabale Municipality, P.O.BOX,1190, Uganda