Privacy &
Data Protection

The African Peace, Security and Resilience Foundation (hereafter "APSR Foundation") is a U.S.-registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in Texas, United States. APSR Foundation operates globally in full compliance with all applicable state, federal, and international privacy and data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and manage personal data across our websites, platforms, and institutional systems.

APSR Foundation is a regulated nonprofit operating under U.S. governance and international compliance frameworks. We maintain strict internal controls, audit structures, and data protection systems to ensure responsible stewardship of all information entrusted to us. We implement secure data handling protocols, encrypted communications, and compliance-aligned processing standards across all systems.

This Privacy Policy applies to all APSR Foundation digital and operational environments, including websites, application platforms, mobile systems, and institutional communication channels that reference this policy. It governs how personal data is collected, processed, stored, and protected when individuals interact with APSR Foundation.

We collect information through both direct user input and automated systems. Information may include names, contact details, affiliations, credentials, preferences, and any other data voluntarily provided.

We also collect technical and usage data such as IP addresses, device identifiers, browser types, operating systems, and location data to support security, performance, and user experience.

APSR Foundation uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and user experience. Session cookies are temporary, while persistent cookies store preferences. Web beacons may be used to measure engagement. Users can manage cookie settings through their browsers.

Personal data is used to support secure operations, communications, service improvement, donor engagement, analytics, and compliance. Data is used strictly within the scope of nonprofit operations and is never sold or exploited for commercial gain.

Users may provide information about themselves or on behalf of institutions, employees, or partners. This data is used only for verification, reporting, coordination, and system management. Users are responsible for accuracy and proper authorization when submitting data.

APSR Foundation does not sell personal data. Information may be shared with trusted service providers, institutional partners, governments, or multilateral organizations when necessary for program coordination or compliance. Data may also be disclosed to comply with legal obligations or protect rights and safety.

APSR Foundation does not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 18 and does not target services toward minors.

Users may have rights to access, correct, delete, or object to certain processing of their personal data and manage communication preferences. Requests must be submitted through official contact channels with identity verification.

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill operational, legal, and compliance requirements, including accountability, reporting, dispute resolution, and regulatory obligations.

We employ advanced security measures including encryption, secure authentication, access controls, continuous monitoring, and system audits. All systems meet or exceed international data protection standards.

As a global organization, APSR Foundation may transfer personal data across jurisdictions, including to the United States, in compliance with applicable laws and with appropriate safeguards.

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in practices, legal requirements, or operations. Updated versions will be posted with a revised effective date. Continued use constitutes acceptance.

APSR Foundation maintains encrypted communications, tiered access controls, secure routing for sensitive information, and compliance with global data protection frameworks.