Terms of Use and Data Privacy Policy

Last updated: 07 October 2024

This Terms of Use and Privacy Policy (collectively ‘Privacy Policy’) describes our policies and procedures regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use the services provided by SISULU FOUNDATION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (referred to as “the Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). It also informs you about your privacy rights and how the law protects you. By accessing and using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

The terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as defined under the laws of South Africa. Please refer to the following definitions:

Account: A unique account created by you to access our services.

Affiliate: An entity that is under common control with the Foundation, including entities that control or are controlled by the Foundation.

Company: SISULU FOUNDATION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE, a registered non-profit organization in South Africa, referred to as “the Foundation,” “we,” “us,” or “our” in this Privacy Policy.

Cookies: Small files placed on your computer, mobile device, or other devices by a website, which may contain information about your browsing history.

Country: South Africa.

Device: Any device, such as a computer, cell phone, or tablet, that can access our services.

Personal Data: Any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.

Service: Refers to the services provided by the SISULU FOUNDATION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE.

Service Provider: Any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of the Foundation, including third-party companies or individuals employed to facilitate the services, provide services on behalf of the Foundation, perform related services, or assist in analysing how the services are used.

Usage Data: Data collected automatically, either generated by the use of the services or from the service infrastructure itself, which may include information such as your device’s IP address, browser type, pages visited, date and time of visit, and other diagnostic data.

Website: SISULU FOUNDATION FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE’s website accessible at https://www.sisulufoundation.org

You: The individual accessing or using our services, or the legal entity on behalf of which such individual is accessing or using the services.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

While using our services, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you. This may include, but is not limited to:

  • Email address
  • First name and last name
  • Phone number
  • Address, State, Province, ZIP/Postal code, City
  • ID / Passport number (only for event security purposes)
  • Mobility assistance requirements (for events only)

Usage Data

We collect Usage Data automatically when you use our services, which may include information about your device’s IP address, browser type, pages visited, date and time of visit, duration of visit, unique device identifiers, and other diagnostic data. If you access our services through a mobile device, we may also collect additional information, such as the type of mobile device you use, your mobile device’s unique ID, IP address, mobile operating system, mobile Internet browser type, and other diagnostic data.

Security of Your Personal Data

The security of your Personal Data is important to us. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data, but we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

We may disclose your Personal Data in the following situations:

  • Law enforcement: We may be required to disclose your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, such as a court or government agency.
  • Other legal requirements: We may disclose your Personal Data in good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with a legal obligation, protect and defend our rights or property, prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with our services, protect the personal safety of users or the public, or protect against legal liability.

Your Data Protection Rights

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights. The Foundation aims to take reasonable steps to allow you to correct, amend, delete, or limit the use of your Personal Data. If you wish to be informed about what Personal Data we hold about you or request its removal from our systems, please contact us.

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 updated Privacy Policy on our website. It is recommended that you review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. The “Last updated” date at the top of the policy indicates the effective date of the most recent update.

Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@sisulufoundation.org

Thank you for taking the time to review our Privacy Policy.