Osuji Family Foundation
Effective Date: March 7th, 2026
The Osuji Family Foundation (“the Foundation”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy, security, and confidentiality of all individuals who interact with our institution. This includes donors, scholars, policymakers, researchers, builders, cultural stewards, collaborators, and members of the public who engage with the Foundation’s work.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information associated with visitors and participants of the website osuji.org and any related initiatives, programs, or communications operated by the Foundation.
- Our Commitment to Confidentiality
The Osuji Family Foundation recognizes that individuals who support, contribute to, research with, or advocate for the Foundation may require strong privacy protections.
Accordingly, the Foundation maintains a strict confidentiality policy for:
• Donors and philanthropic supporters
• Scholars and research collaborators
• Policymakers and institutional partners
• Builders, innovators, and project partners
• Cultural stewards and traditional knowledge contributors
• Members of the Osuji Family Knowledge Network and related initiatives
Unless explicitly authorized by the individual, the Foundation does not publicly disclose the identity of donors, collaborators, or supporters.
Participation in Foundation initiatives may therefore occur privately or anonymously at the discretion of the participant.
- Information We May Collect
We may collect limited information when individuals interact with the website or participate in Foundation programs.
This may include:
Personal Information
Information voluntarily provided by users such as:
• Name
• Email address
• Institutional affiliation
• Professional role or area of expertise
• Communication preferences
Program Participation Information
Information submitted through applications or collaboration requests, including:
• Scholarship or fellowship applications
• Research collaboration proposals
• Policy engagement submissions
• Cultural knowledge documentation contributions
Technical Information
When users visit our website, certain technical information may be automatically collected, including:
• IP address
• Browser type
• Device type
• Pages visited
• Date and time of access
This information is used solely for website performance, analytics, and security purposes.
- Protection of Donor Identity
The Osuji Family Foundation recognizes that many donors value discretion and privacy.
Unless a donor explicitly requests public recognition, the Foundation maintains a policy of strict donor confidentiality.
This includes:
• Non-disclosure of donor identities
• Non-publication of donor records
• Protection of donor communication and contribution history
The Foundation does not sell, trade, or share donor information with third parties.
- Protection of Research and Intellectual Contributions
Many contributors to the Foundation may provide ideas, research insights, policy concepts, or traditional knowledge.
The Foundation respects the intellectual and cultural integrity of such contributions.
Accordingly:
• Research submissions are treated as confidential unless publication consent is provided.
• Cultural or traditional knowledge shared with the Foundation will not be publicly disclosed without explicit authorization from the contributor or relevant community authority.
• The Foundation will take reasonable steps to prevent unauthorized use or misappropriation of submitted material.
This commitment reflects the Foundation’s dedication to protecting cultural heritage and preventing exploitation of indigenous knowledge systems.
- Use of Information
Information collected by the Foundation may be used for the following purposes:
• Communicating with members of the Osuji Knowledge Network
• Managing scholarships, fellowships, and institutional programs
• Evaluating research proposals or collaboration opportunities
• Administering donor relations and philanthropic activities
• Improving website functionality and user experience
• Ensuring security and preventing misuse of the platform
The Foundation does not use collected information for commercial advertising or marketing unrelated to its mission.
- Data Security
The Osuji Family Foundation takes reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to safeguard personal information against:
• Unauthorized access
• Disclosure
• Alteration
• Misuse or destruction
These protections include secure data storage, restricted access protocols, and encrypted communication where appropriate.
However, no internet transmission or digital storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
- Third-Party Services
The Foundation may utilize trusted third-party services for purposes such as:
• Website hosting
• Email communications
• Application management systems
• Analytics tools
These providers are selected based on their commitment to strong privacy protections.
The Foundation does not permit third-party service providers to use personal information for their own commercial purposes.
- Anonymous Participation
The Foundation recognizes that certain individuals may wish to engage with its work without public association.
Where appropriate, the Foundation may allow:
• Anonymous donations
• Confidential policy consultations
• Private research collaboration
• Discreet intellectual contribution
Participants who require additional confidentiality protections may contact the Foundation directly.
- International Users
The website may be accessed by individuals from multiple jurisdictions. By using the site or submitting information, users acknowledge that information may be processed or stored in locations where the Foundation operates.
The Foundation seeks to comply with applicable data protection standards including the Nigeria Data Protection Act and internationally recognized privacy frameworks.
- User Rights
Individuals who have provided personal information to the Foundation may request to:
• Access their stored information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Withdraw participation from Foundation communications
• Request deletion of their personal data where applicable
Requests may be submitted through the Foundation’s contact page.
- Changes to This Policy
The Foundation may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect operational, legal, or technological changes.
When updates occur, the revised policy will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
- Contact
Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to:
Osuji Family Foundation
Website: https://osuji.org
Email: admin@osuji.org