How LiftedPath collects, uses, and protects personal information.

1. Purpose and Scope

LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation ("LiftedPath", "we", "our" or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information entrusted to us. The purpose of this Privacy Policy (the “Policy”) is to explain the types of personal information that LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation (“LiftedPath”, “we”, “us” or “our”) may collect when you visit or use our website, located at Liftedpathfoundation.org (the “Website”), and how that information may be collected, used and disclosed. We are committed to respecting your privacy and protecting the personal information entrusted to us. We handle personal information responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection laws. In addition to personal information, LiftedPath may collect other types of information, including technical and website usage information, to support the operation, security and improvement of the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Policy. Where consent is required by applicable law, we will seek your consent for the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Policy.

2. Collection of Personal Information

When visiting or using our Website, you may voluntarily provide us with certain personal information. For example, this may occur when you submit an enquiry through the “Contact Us” form or send us an email requesting information about LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation. We collect and use the information you provide to respond to your enquiries, share relevant information and provide the assistance or services you have requested. Depending on how you interact with us, the information we may collect includes:

A. Information submitted through our contact form

When you contact us through our website, we may collect:

• Your name.
• Email address.
• Telephone number, where provided.
• The contents of your message or enquiry.
• Any other information you voluntarily provide.

B. Donation information

When you make a donation to LiftedPath, we may receive or process information necessary to acknowledge, verify and account for the donation. For bank transfers, this may include your name, payment reference, amount transferred and transaction confirmation details. For donations made through Paystack, payment transactions are processed by Paystack. We do not intend to collect or store your complete payment card details on our website.

C. Technical information

When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, depending on the website configuration and services in use. This may include:

• Internet Protocol (IP) address.
• Browser type and device information.
• Website pages visited.
• Date and time of access.
• Basic website usage and diagnostic information.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information for legitimate organisational and administrative purposes, including:

• Responding to questions, messages and enquiries.
• Communicating with donors, supporters, volunteers and partners.
• Acknowledging and verifying donations.
• Maintaining financial and administrative records.
• Managing and improving our website.
• Protecting our website against spam, fraud and unauthorised access.
• Meeting applicable legal, regulatory and reporting obligations.

We will not use your personal information for purposes unrelated to those for which it was collected without an appropriate lawful basis.

4. Disclaimer and limitation of liability

The LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation Website, including all services, information and materials made available through it, is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. While we make reasonable efforts to maintain the Website and provide useful and accurate information, we make no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the Website or its content. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation disclaims all warranties and representations, including but not limited to implied warranties of accuracy, completeness, reliability, availability, suitability for a particular purpose, non-infringement and timeliness of any information, product or service provided through the Website. Although we strive to keep the information on our Website current and accurate, we do not guarantee that all content will always be complete, up to date, error-free or available. We also do not guarantee that any errors or defects will be identified or corrected, that the Website or any linked external websites will be free from viruses or other harmful components, or that communications transmitted through the Website will always be secure or protected against interception. Any materials or information downloaded or obtained through the Website are accessed at your own discretion and risk. You are responsible for taking appropriate precautions to protect your devices, systems and data against potential damage, loss or security threats. LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation does not guarantee uninterrupted access to the Website and shall not be responsible for any temporary or permanent interruption, suspension or unavailability of the Website, whether in whole or in part. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation, including its directors, officers, employees, contractors, agents, licensors and service providers, shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential or other losses, damages, expenses or costs arising out of or relating to your access to, use of, or inability to use the Website, its content, services or any external websites linked to it. This limitation applies regardless of the legal basis of the claim, including contract, negligence, tort or otherwise. By using this Website, you acknowledge that you do so at your own discretion and assume responsibility for your use of the information and materials made available through it. If you are dissatisfied with the Website or any of its content, your remedy is to discontinue using the Website, subject to any rights or remedies that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under applicable law.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws. Depending on the circumstances, our lawful basis for processing may include:

Consent: Where you voluntarily provide information or agree to a particular use of your personal information.

Legitimate interests: Where processing is reasonably necessary for our legitimate organisational activities and does not override your fundamental privacy rights.

Legal obligations: Where we are required to retain or disclose information to comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

Contractual necessity: Where processing is necessary to fulfil an agreement or take steps at your request. Where we rely on consent, you may withdraw it, subject to applicable legal requirements and any other lawful basis for retaining or processing the information.

5. Sharing of Personal Information

We do not sell, rent or trade personal information. We may share relevant information with trusted third-party service providers where necessary to operate our website, process donations or carry out essential administrative functions. These may include:

Paystack: To securely process online donations and payment transactions.

Website hosting and technical service providers: To host, maintain, secure and support our website.

Website communication providers: Where necessary to deliver or manage messages submitted through our contact form.

Professional advisers and regulatory authorities: Where disclosure is required by law or reasonably necessary to protect our legal rights. Third-party service providers are expected to handle personal information in accordance with applicable privacy and security requirements.

6. International Transfers of Personal Information

Although LiftedPath currently operates its programmes in Nigeria, some of the third-party services we use may process or store information outside Nigeria. For example, payment processing, website hosting and technical support providers may operate servers or services in other countries. Where personal information is transferred outside Nigeria, we will take appropriate steps to ensure that such transfers comply with the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 and applicable cross-border data transfer requirements.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including administrative, financial, legal and regulatory requirements. Contact form enquiries may be retained for as long as necessary to respond to the enquiry and maintain relevant communication records. Donation and financial records may be retained for the period required by applicable financial, accounting and regulatory obligations. When personal information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to securely delete, destroy or anonymise it, subject to applicable legal retention requirements.

8. Information Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, loss or destruction. These measures may include appropriate access restrictions, website security measures, secure payment processing through third-party providers and responsible handling of information by authorised personnel. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. We therefore cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted through the internet.

9. Cookies and Website Technologies

Our website is built using WordPress. Depending on the website configuration, WordPress, website plugins and third-party services may use cookies or similar technologies. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites function, remember preferences and, where enabled, analyse website usage. We may use strictly necessary cookies to support essential website function s. Other cookies, including analytics or marketing cookies, may be used if enabled on our website. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. Where required by applicable law, we will seek consent before using non-essential cookies or tracking technologies.

10. Use of Website

You may use this Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms of Use. By accessing or using the Website, you agree not to eng age in any activity that may disrupt, damage or interfere with its proper operation. You must not use any device, software, code or other method to interfere with the Website or attempt to gain unauthorised access to its systems or content. You also agree to use the Website responsibly and respectfully. You must not use it to publish, transmit or share content that is hateful, discriminatory, defamatory, abusive, offensive or intended to harass, demean or harm others. This Website is intended to provide general information about LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation, including our mission, programmes, projects, activities and community initiatives. All information and materials published on the Website are provided for general informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered professional, legal or other specialised advice. Information about our programmes, initiatives and activities may be updated, revised or withdrawn at any time without prior notice. Visitors are encouraged to contact LiftedPath directly for the most current information regarding our programmes, activities, eligibility requirements and services. We make reasonable efforts to ensure that the information published on our Website is accurate and up to date. However, informat ion and materials may occasionally contain errors, omissions or outdated details. LiftedPath does not guarantee that all information on the Website will always be accurate, complete, current, reliable or free from errors.

11. Copyright and Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise stated, all content and materials available on this Website, including but not limited to text, photographs, graphics, images, logos, designs, layouts and other website content, are protected by copyright and other applicable intellectual property laws. Visitors are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to access, display, download or print materials from this Website for personal, non-commercial use only, provided that the materials are not altered, modified or reproduced in a misleading manner and that all copyright, trademark and other proprietary notices remain intact. Any use of the Website's content beyond these permitted purposes, including reproduction, distribution, publication, modification, commercial use or redistribution in any form or medium, requires the prior written permission of LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation and, where applicable, the relevant copyright or intellectual property owner. No part of this Website or its content may be reproduced, republished, copied, transmitted, distributed or otherwise used without the necessary authorisation.

12. Monitoring and Termination of Access

LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation reserves the right to monitor activities on its Website to maintain its proper operation, security and compliance with these Terms of Use. Where reasonably necessary and permitted by applicable law, we may access, use or disclose information or content associated with your use of the Website to:

• Facilitate the proper operation and administration of the Website.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with these Terms of Use.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes or lawful requests from

relevant authorities.

• Investigate suspected unlawful activities, misuse of the Website or alleged

violations of the rights of others.

• Protect the rights, property, safety and legitimate interests of LiftedPath

Empowerment Foundation, its users and other individuals. LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation also reserves the right, at its discretion and to the extent permitted by applicable law, to suspend, restrict or terminate your access to the Website, or any part of it, where there is reasonable cause to believe that you have engaged in inappropriate, unauthorised or unlawful activities or violated these Terms of Use. Such action may be taken with or without prior notice, depending on the circumstances.

13. Access to Personal Information, Questions and Concerns

You are responsible for notifying LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation in writing of any changes or updates to the personal information you have previously provided to us to ensure that our records remain accurate and up to date. You may request access to the personal information we hold about you or ask us to correct any information that is inaccurate, incomplete or outdated. Such requests should be submitted in writing using the contact details provided below and should include sufficient information to help us identify you and locate the personal information concerned. To protect your privacy and prevent unauthorised access to personal information, we may request additional details or documentation to verify your identity and confirm the nature of your request before proceeding. If you have any questions, concerns or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or how LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation collects, uses, stores or protects your personal information, you may contact our designated Privacy Representative using the contact information provided below. Our Privacy Representative is responsible for overseeing our privacy practices and addressing enquiries relating to the handling and protection of personal information.

14. Children's Privacy

LiftedPath's work includes educational initiatives and programmes that may benefit children and young people. We recognise the importance of protecting children's personal information and handling it with particular care. We do not intend to collect children's personal information through our general website contact form as a routine practice. Where personal information relating to a child is required for an authorised programme, scholarship, educational initiative or other organisational activity, we will take appropriate steps to ensure that the collection and use of such information comply with applicable laws, including obtaining parental or legal guardian consent where required. We are committed to treating the personal information of children with dignity, confidentiality and respect.

15. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites, social media platforms or third-party services. These websites operate independently and may have their own privacy policie s and practices. LiftedPath is not responsible for the privacy practices, content or security of external websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they access.

16. Governing law

By accessing this Website, you agree that all matters relating to access to, or use of, this Website, including these Terms of Use, will be governed by the laws of Federal Republic of Nigeria. You also hereby submit to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the courts of Nigeria.

17. Changes to the Terms of Use

LiftedPath Empowerment Foundation reserves the right to revise, update or modify these Terms of Use, including any conditions, notices or guidelines governing access to and use of the Website, at any time. Any changes will be published on this page and will take effect from the date of publication, unless otherwise stated. Visitors are encouraged to review these Terms of Use periodically to stay informed of any updates. Your continued access to or use of the Website following the publication of any changes constitutes your acknowledgement of the revised Terms of Use, subject to any additional notice or consent required by applicable law.

18. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your privacy rights or have concerns about how your personal information is handled, please contact us.

Email: info@liftedpathfoundation.org

Phone: +234 806 812 8785

Address: 19, George Tienne Crescent, Hilltop Estate, Aboru, Iyana Ipaja, Lagos, Nigeria.