PRIVACY POLICY
How UGO protects and manages your personal information
Last updated: August 16, 2025
Introduction
Universal Greening Organisation (UGO) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website or interact with our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name and contact information (email, phone number)
- Educational background and academic records
- Application materials for fellowship programs
- Volunteer registration information
- Newsletter subscription preferences
Automatically Collected Information
- IP address and browser information
- Pages visited and time spent on our website
- Device information and operating system
- Referral sources and search terms
How We Use Cookies
Cookie Types
Necessary Cookies
Essential for website functionality and security. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website to improve user experience. We use Vercel Analytics to track page views and user interactions.
Marketing Cookies
Used to deliver relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness.
Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced functionality and remember your preferences.
How We Use Your Information
- Process fellowship applications and manage program participation
- Send newsletters and updates about our environmental initiatives
- Improve our website and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and engagement patterns
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
- Facilitate volunteer coordination and community engagement
Third-Party Analytics
We use Vercel Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Vercel Analytics collects anonymous data about page views, user interactions, and performance metrics. This data helps us improve our website and user experience. Vercel Analytics only operates when you have consented to analytics cookies.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal requirements or court orders
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
- With trusted service providers who assist in our operations
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and review your personal information
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Withdraw consent for data processing
- Object to certain types of processing
- Request data portability
Cookie Management
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Use our cookie consent banner to customize preferences
- Modify browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Contact us to update your preferences
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: ugo@universalgreening.org
Address: University of Venda, Thohoyandou, Limpopo, South Africa
Phone: +27 (0)15 962 8000
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