International Partnership for Support and Integration (WPSI)
 

 

1. Introduction

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IPSI ("we," "us") respects your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data through:

• Our website (www.wpsi-syria.org)

• Donation platforms

• Field programs and events

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2. Data We Collect

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A. Information You Provide

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Purpose Data Collected

Donations Name, email, phone, payment details*

Volunteering CV, skills, background checks (for field roles)

Newsletter Email, preferences

Beneficiary Services Medical history (for rehab programs), family details

*Note: Payment details are processed securely by third parties (e.g., PayPal) and not stored by WPSI.

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B. Automatically Collected Data

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• Cookies: Session, analytics (Google Analytics), and preference cookies.

• Device Info: IP address, browser type, operating system.

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3. How We Use Your Data

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Data TypePurposeLegal Basis

Contact detailsProcess donations, send receiptsContractual necessity

Medical recordsProvide rehabilitation servicesExplicit consent

CookiesImprove website experienceLegitimate interest

EmailNewsletter (opt-out anytime)Consent

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4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We never sell your data. Limited sharing occurs with:
✅ Service Providers: Payment processors, email platforms (Mailchimp).
✅ Legal Obligations: If required by Syrian authorities or courts.
✅ Partners: Other NGOs for joint programs (with anonymization where possible).

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5. Data Security

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• Encryption: SSL for all data transfers.

• Access Control: Staff training + password-protected systems.

• Retention: Data is kept only as long as necessary (e.g., donation records for 7 years for auditing).

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6. Your Rights

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You have the right to:

• Access your personal data.

• Correct inaccuracies.

• Request deletion (where applicable).

• Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails).

• Lodge complaints with Syrian Data Protection Authority.

Submit requests to: privacy@wpsi-syria.org

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7. International Transfers

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• Data is primarily stored in Syria.

• For international donors, we use GDPR-compliant tools (e.g., ProtonMail for emails).

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8. Children’s Privacy

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• We collect child data only with parental consent (for beneficiary programs).

• Website is not targeted at children under 13.

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9. Policy Updates

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• Changes will be posted here with a new "Last Updated" date.

• Material changes (e.g., new data uses) will trigger email notifications.

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10. Contact Us

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Data Protection Officer:
📧 dpo@ipsi-syria.org
📞 +963 XXX XXX XXX (9 AM - 4 PM Syria Time)

Mailing Address:
Idlib, Syria