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Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2024

1. Introduction

Children Ministers Institute ("we," "us," "our," or "CMI") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website and in our programs.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services:

  • Contact information (name, email, phone number)
  • Program registration details (course enrollment, attendance)
  • Child information (with explicit parental consent only)
  • Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
  • Communication preferences and feedback

3. How We Use Your Information

  • Providing training programs and services
  • Processing registrations and payments
  • Sending program updates and communications
  • Improving our website and services
  • Complying with legal obligations

4. Child Data Protection

When collecting information about children, we prioritize privacy and safety. We only collect minimal necessary data and require explicit parental consent before:

  • Publishing any photos or videos featuring children
  • Sharing child information with third parties
  • Using child data for any purpose beyond program delivery

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure servers, and access controls to protect your information from unauthorized access.

6. Data Retention

We retain registration information for the duration of program enrollment plus one additional year. Parents may request data deletion at any time.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Withdraw consent for specific uses
  • Receive a copy of your data

8. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services (Google Meet for classes, payment processors for fees, email services for communication). These services have their own privacy policies.

9. Contact Us

For privacy concerns or to exercise your rights, contact us at privacy@childrenministers.org or call +254 722 829 157.