Information We Collect
 

When you register for the Fellowship, subscribe to our updates, or interact with our campaigns, we may collect:

• Name, email address, phone number, and institution details (for registration and verification).

• Fellowship activity data, including campus projects, kilograms of e-waste collected, awareness sessions conducted, and related logs (for certification and credentialing).

• Photos, reports, and project documentation that you voluntarily provide as proof of participation.

• Technical data such as browser type, device, and IP address when you access our website or communication platforms.
   

How We Use Your Information
 

Your information is used only to:

• Register and manage your participation in the Fellowship.

• Issue credentials (Certificate of Participation, Digital Badge, Project Proof, etc.).

• Publish aggregated impact reports (e.g., total kilograms collected nationally).

• Share updates about webinars, opportunities, or sustainability initiatives.

• Improve our programs and digital communications.
   

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
 

Sharing of Data
 

We may share limited, non-sensitive information with:

• Partner institutions or mentors for verifying project activities.

• Technology providers who support our email, digital badge, or reporting systems (under strict confidentiality agreements).

• Public platforms (such as LinkedIn) only when you choose to publish your credentials.
   

Your Choices
 

• You may opt out of receiving emails at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link.

• You can request correction or deletion of your data by contacting us directly.

• Fellowship participants control what project documentation (e.g., photos) is shared publicly.
   

Data Retention
 

We retain personal data only for as long as required to fulfill the purposes of the Fellowship, issue credentials, and maintain verification records.
 

Security
 

We use secure servers, access controls, and encrypted communication channels to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
 

Updates to This Policy
 

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect program or regulatory changes. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date