Critical Conversations Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1st, 2026
Website:www.critical-conversations.org
Organisation: Critical Conversations Association

1. Introduction

Critical Conversations Association is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all visitors, partners, donors, and users of our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website and services.

We are guided by the principles of the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019 and applicable international best practices.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

a) Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Name

• Email address

• Phone number

• Organisation name

• Information submitted through contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, event registrations, or applications

When you subscribe to our newsletter through our website, your contact details are securely stored through our website platform provider, Squarespace.

b) Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type and device information

• Pages visited and time spent on the site

• Referral links

• Cookies and analytics data

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

• Respond to inquiries and communications

• Share newsletters, updates, programme information, and invitations

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Monitor and evaluate engagement with our work

• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We only send newsletters or communications to individuals who have voluntarily subscribed or provided their contact information.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Analytics

Our website is hosted on Squarespace, which may use cookies and analytics tools to understand website usage and improve functionality.

We may also use standard website analytics tools to better understand visitor engagement and improve user experience.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website functions may be affected.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share personal information only when necessary:

• With trusted service providers supporting website operations, including Squarespace

• With service providers supporting newsletter distribution or website analytics

• Where required by law or legal process

• To protect the rights, safety, or property of our organisation or others

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.

All third parties handling personal information are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

6. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

However, no online platform or transmission method is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. International Data Transfers

As an organisation working with international partners and platforms, some data may be processed or stored outside Kenya. Where this occurs, we aim to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

8. Your Rights

Under the Kenya Data Protection Act, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate information

• Request deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent for certain communications

• Object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent or lawful basis.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Critical Conversations Association
+254110982459
communications@critical-conversations.org
www.critical-conversations.org