1. Introduction
Global Child and Maternal Health (GCMH) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you engage with us, whether in person or through our digital platforms, including our website, social media, and email communications.

2. Who We Are
GCMH is a registered charity dedicated to improving child and maternal health globally. We operate programs, events, and fundraising campaigns both online and offline. If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact us at:

• Email: hello@globalcmh.org

3. Information We Collect
We collect different types of personal data depending on how you interact with us. The data we collect includes:

• Personal Identifiers: Name, date of birth, gender, contact details (email, phone, address).
• Donation Information: Payment details, donation history, and Gift Aid declarations.
• Volunteer and Employment Data: Application details, CVs, references, background checks (where required).
• Engagement Data: Social media interactions, website visits, newsletter sign-ups, event registrations.
• Health and Special Category Data: If you participate in our health programs, we may collect medical information with your explicit consent.

4. How We Collect Information
We obtain personal data through:

• Direct interactions (e.g., when you sign up, donate, volunteer, or contact us).
• Digital engagement (e.g., cookies, online forms, website analytics, social media engagement).
• Third parties (e.g., payment processors, fundraising platforms, partner organizations).

5. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:

• Provide support, services, and programs related to child and maternal health.
• Process donations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Communicate updates, newsletters, and event invitations.
• Manage volunteers and employment applications.
• Comply with legal obligations and safeguard our operations.

6. Legal Basis for Processing Data
We process your data based on:

• Consent (e.g., marketing communications, health-related data).
• Contractual Obligation (e.g., employment, volunteer agreements).
• Legal Compliance (e.g., financial reporting, safeguarding policies).
• Legitimate Interests (e.g., improving services, donor relations).

7. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell or rent personal data. However, we may share it with:

• Service Providers: IT services, payment processors, CRM systems.
• Regulatory Bodies: If required by law or for safeguarding purposes.
• Partner Organisations: Where collaboration is necessary for program delivery (with consent when required).

8. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These include:

• Encrypted transactions for donations.
• Secure access controls for sensitive data.
• Regular staff training on data protection policies.

9. Your Rights
Under data protection laws, you have rights over your personal data, including:

• Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request data erasure under certain circumstances.
• Objection: Withdraw consent or object to data processing.
• Data Portability: Request data in a transferable format.

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@globalcmh.org.

10. Retention of Data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

• Donor and financial records: 6 years (for legal compliance).
• Volunteer and employee records: Up to 3 years after involvement ends.
• Event and engagement data: 2 years (unless otherwise required).

11. Cookies and Digital Tracking
Our website uses cookies and analytics to improve user experience. You can control cookie preferences via your browser settings. More details can be found in our Cookie Policy [Insert Link].

12. International Data Transfers
If we transfer data outside the UK/EU, we ensure adequate protections are in place (e.g. standard contractual clauses or partner compliance with data protection regulations).

13. Complaints and Contact Information
If you have concerns about how we handle your data, you can:

• Contact us at hello@globalcmh.org
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority (e.g., ICO in the UK).

14. Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. The latest version will always be available on our website.

By engaging with GCMH, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please refrain from using our services.