Safeguarding the SYK community's trust.

Summary

We only collect the information needed to run mentorship programs, coordinate events, and communicate with our community. We do not sell personal information, and we rely on secure tools to store and process data in line with Tanzanian law and global good practice.

Information We Collect

• Contact details such as name, email address, and phone number when you sign up for programs, events, or the alumni network.
• School and academic information shared by students and alumni to match mentors and measure impact.
• Messages sent to support@sykfoundation.or.tz or other SYK email addresses.
• Limited technical data (device, browser, or usage logs) produced by our website hosting and analytics partners.

How We Use Information

SYK Foundation uses personal information to:

• Coordinate mentorship programs, science fairs, life-skills workshops, and alumni engagement.
• Share updates about events, impact stories, and opportunities relevant to students, mentors, alumni, and supporters.
• Improve our website, outreach, and safeguarding practices.
• Comply with applicable regulations and respond to official requests.

How We Share Information

We share personal information only when necessary to deliver SYK programs or when required by law:

• With trusted service providers (e.g., secure email, event registration, database hosting) who must protect the data and use it exclusively for SYK Foundation purposes.
• With schools and mentors supporting specific participant needs.
• With authorities when legally required to protect the SYK community or respond to lawful requests.

Data Retention & Security

SYK Foundation stores information only as long as needed to deliver our programs and comply with reporting obligations. We use password-protected systems, encrypted services, and staff training to help prevent unauthorized access. Where third-party platforms are used, we review their security posture and data policies.

Your Choices & Rights

• Request access, updates, or corrections to the information we hold about you.
• Opt out of non-essential emails and communications at any time.
• Ask us to delete your information where legally permissible or when program obligations have ended.

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@sykfoundation.or.tz.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect program changes, new legal requirements, or improved safeguards. When we update it, we will revise the “Last updated” date and communicate key changes to our community.