Privacy policy

DAC Volunteers Institute: Safeguarding Your Privacy

The DAC Volunteers Institute, operating under the Deori Autonomous Council (DAC) of the Government of Assam, is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who interact with our organization. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information. We value your trust and are dedicated to handling your data responsibly and transparently.

What Information We Collect:

The type of information we collect depends on the nature of your interaction with the DAC Volunteers Institute. This may include, but is not limited to:

  • Personal Identification Information: This includes your name, address, contact number, email address, and date of birth. We collect this information when you register as a volunteer, apply for a program, or subscribe to our newsletters.
  • Demographic Information: Information such as your gender, ethnicity, education level, and occupation may be collected for statistical analysis and to improve our programs and services.
  • Volunteer Information: If you are a volunteer, we may collect information about your skills, interests, and availability. This allows us to match you with appropriate volunteer opportunities.
  • Website Usage Data: When you visit our website, we may collect information about your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and the dates and times of your visits. This helps us to improve the functionality and user experience of our website.
  • Financial Information: If you donate to the DAC Volunteers Institute, we collect payment information such as credit card details or bank account information. This information is processed securely by trusted third-party payment processors.
  • Communication Data: We retain records of your communications with us, whether through email, phone, or other channels, to provide support and improve our services.

How We Use Your Information:

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide Services: To administer our programs, provide volunteer opportunities, and fulfill your requests.
  • To Communicate with You: To send you information about our programs, events, and fundraising campaigns.
  • To Improve Our Services: To analyze website usage data, conduct surveys, and gather feedback to improve our programs and services.
  • To Process Donations: To process your donations and provide you with receipts.
  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
  • For Internal Reporting and Research: To analyze trends and patterns to better understand our community and improve our outreach efforts.

How We Protect Your Information:

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include:

  • Data Encryption: Sensitive information, such as financial data, is encrypted during transmission and storage.
  • Secure Storage: We store your information on secure servers with restricted access.
  • Access Controls: We limit access to your personal information to authorized personnel only.
  • Regular Security Audits: We conduct regular security audits to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.

Disclosure of Your Information:

We may disclose your information to the following third parties:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in providing our services, such as payment processors, email marketing providers, and website hosting providers. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.
  • Government Agencies: We may disclose your information to government agencies as required by law.
  • Partners and Collaborators: With your consent, we may share your information with our partners and collaborators for specific programs and initiatives.

Your Rights:

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: You have the right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information we hold about you.
  • Deletion: You have the right to request that we delete your personal information.
  • Objection: You have the right to object to the processing of your personal information.
  • Withdrawal of Consent: You have the right to withdraw your consent to the processing of your personal information.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.

Third-Party Websites:

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of each website you visit.

Changes to this Privacy Policy:

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on our website and notify you by email if the changes are significant.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

[Insert Contact Information: Email address, Physical Address, Phone Number]

We are committed to protecting your privacy and will respond to your inquiries promptly. By using the services of the DAC Volunteers Institute, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.