Privacy Policy

1 Introduction

Obi Ogbonnia Sickle Cell Foundation (OOSCF) is deeply committed to protecting your privacy. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information across all interactions — whether you engage with us as a donor, volunteer, partner, or website visitor.

By using our website at ooscf.com, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. We uphold the highest standards of data protection aligned with GDPR, CCPA, and Nigerian data protection regulations (NDPR).

2 Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to serve you effectively and advance our mission against sickle cell disease.

3 How We Use Your Information

• Process donations securely and issue tax receipts where applicable.
• Acknowledge donors on the Virtual Donor Wall — unless you select "Do Not Show My Name."
• Send updates, programme news, events, and volunteer opportunities.
• Conduct background checks for volunteers (with explicit prior consent).
• Improve website functionality, performance, and accessibility.
• Comply with our legal and regulatory obligations under applicable laws.

4 Who We Share Your Data With

Third-Party Payment Processors

Flutterwave and Paystack handle transaction data securely using industry-grade encryption. We do not store, log, or have access to your card or banking details.

Cryptocurrency Platforms

Coinbase and Binance process blockchain transactions on our behalf. Wallet addresses are pseudonymized to protect your identity.

Password Reset Emails

Your IP address is included in password reset emails for verification and security purposes only.

No other third parties receive your personal data unless compelled by applicable law or court order.

5 Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles and pages on OOSCF.com may include embedded content — such as videos, images, or social media widgets. This embedded content behaves exactly as if you had visited the originating website directly. Those external sites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interactions, particularly if you are logged into their platforms.

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party platforms whose content appears on our website.

6 How Long We Retain Your Data

• Comments & Metadata: Retained indefinitely to enable moderation and auto-approve follow-up comments from established users.
• User Profiles: Registered users' personal data is stored within their profile. Users may request to edit or delete their personal information at any time (excluding usernames). Administrators can also access and manage this data where required.
• Donation Records: Retained for a minimum of seven (7) years for financial audit and legal compliance purposes.

7 Your Rights

OOSCF fully recognises your rights regarding your personal data. You may exercise any of the following at any time:

To exercise any right, contact us at info@ooscf.com. We will respond within 30 days.

8 Security Measures

We implement layered security controls to protect your personal data at every stage of processing:

9 International Data Transfers

As a globally engaged foundation, your data may be stored and processed in countries outside your own. Where such transfers involve EU residents' data, we ensure compliance with GDPR Chapter V requirements, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent safeguards.

By using our website and services, you acknowledge and consent to such international transfers as described herein.

10 Children's Data

OOSCF does not knowingly collect, store, or process personal data from children under the age of 13 without verified parental or guardian consent. Our programmes that involve minors are conducted under strict safeguarding protocols.

If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child, please contact us immediately at info@ooscf.com and we will delete such data without delay.

11 Media & Location Data

If you upload images or media files to our website (as a registered contributor or through our contact forms), please take care to avoid uploading files that contain embedded location data (EXIF GPS metadata). Our systems do not automatically strip this metadata, and other visitors could potentially download and extract location information from any media files you upload.

12 Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to enhance your experience and measure site performance. By continuing to use OOSCF.com, you agree to our use of cookies as described below.

13 Where Your Data Is Sent

Visitor comments submitted through our website may be run through an automated spam detection service (e.g., Akismet) to maintain content quality. The data processed consists only of the comment content and associated metadata.

No other unauthorised transfers or disclosures of your personal data to external parties occur.

14 Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or service offerings. All updates will be published on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of our website following any published revision constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. Where changes are material, official notification will be sent via email to all registered users, donors, volunteers, and partners within 24 hours of publication.

✉ Contact Us

Questions, requests, or concerns about this policy? Our Data Protection team is ready to help.