Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Batticaloa District Civil Society ("BDCS", "we", "us", or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of everyone who visits bdcs.lk (the "Website") or interacts with our programs. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Information you provide directly — such as your name, email address, or phone number when you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or volunteer.
• Automatically collected information — such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited, collected through cookies and similar technologies.
• Beneficiary and program data — information shared with us by community members participating in our development, livelihood, and training programs, used solely for program administration and impact reporting.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To respond to inquiries and provide requested information about our programs
• To operate, maintain, and improve the Website
• To send newsletters or updates, where you have opted in
• To administer community programs and report impact to donors and partners
• To comply with legal obligations and protect the rights of BDCS and the community

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences and understand how visitors use the Website. When you first visit, you will be asked to accept or decline non-essential cookies via our cookie consent banner. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's local storage or adjusting your browser's cookie settings. Essential cookies required for the Website to function are not subject to consent.

5. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited information with trusted donors, partner organizations, or service providers strictly for program reporting, collaboration, or Website operation, and only where necessary or required by law.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information held by BDCS at any time by contacting us using the details below.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental or guardian consent.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party sites, including social media and donor platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us or email us at ntthushi4@gmail.com.