Privacy Policy – Foundation for Community Transformation in Kilimanjaro (FTK)
Introduction
FTK is committed to protecting the personal data of individuals who interact with us through our website and our work. This privacy policy explains how we handle personal information in compliance with applicable laws and principles of transparency, accountability, and user rights.
This policy may change from time to time, so please review it periodically. If you have questions about its content, the English version will serve as the official reference.
Contact Information
Foundation for Community Transformation in Kilimanjaro (FTK)
P.O. Box XXX, Moshi, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Phone: +255 713 702744
Website: www.ftkilimanjaro.org
Email: info@ftkilimanjaro.org
Personal Data We Collect
FTK collects and processes personal data that you provide through our website or other communications. This may include:
First and last name
Company or organization name
Email address
Phone number
Any additional information you voluntarily provide through forms, emails, or calls
Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data to:
Communicate with you regarding your inquiries or project involvement
Share updates, newsletters, and reports
Process donations, subscriptions, or partnership engagements
Fulfill legal and contractual obligations
Improve our website functionality and user experience
Automated Decision-Making
FTK does not use automated systems to make decisions that may affect your rights or interests.
Data Retention
Your personal data will be kept only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. Financial or legal data may be retained for longer as required by Tanzanian law.
Sharing with Third Parties
We do not share your personal data with third parties unless required by law, necessary for our operational activities (e.g., with mailing platforms like Brevo), or with your explicit consent.
Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses basic technical cookies to ensure proper functionality and improve performance. No analytical cookies or trackers (e.g., Google Analytics) are used unless explicitly stated. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access your personal data
Correct or update your information
Withdraw consent at any time
Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
Object to certain processing
Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, please email us at info@ftkilimanjaro.org. For your safety, we may ask for identity verification before processing your request.
Children Under 16
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under this age. If we become aware that such data has been collected without parental consent, it will be deleted.
Data Security
FTK takes appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or misuse of your personal data. However, please note that no method of internet transmission or storage is 100% secure.
Updates to This Policy
We reserve the right to modify this privacy policy. Changes will be posted on this page and take effect immediately. The latest revision date will always be noted below.
Last updated: 22 August 2025