Privacy Policy
SomWEiL Website Privacy Policy & Terms of Use
Welcome to SomWEiL.org (“Site”), operated by SomWEiL (“we,” “us,” “our”). SomWEiL is a nonprofit organization advancing Somali wellness, education, innovation, and leadership. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or engage with our services.
By using this Site, you agree to the practices described below.
Information We Collect
A. Personal Information:
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When you voluntarily submit it (e.g., through contact forms, event registration, newsletter sign-up, donations, or surveys), we may collect:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Location (city, country)
- Donation or payment details
- Information relevant to event participation or volunteer interest
Non-Personal Information
​Automatically collected through cookies, analytics tools, or your browser:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Device type
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Communicate with you (e.g., newsletters, updates, or event notifications)
- Respond to inquiries or requests
- Organize community events or wellness programs
- Track engagement and improve our website
- Process donations and maintain donor records
- Report anonymized data for funding or impact assessments
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your information. We may share your data:
- With trusted service providers (e.g., email platforms, payment processors)
- To comply with legal obligations
- With your explicit consent for collaborative or research purposes
Your Rights & Choices
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information
- Opt-out of emails or data collection tools
- Request data portability or restrict certain uses
To exercise these rights, email us at info@somweil.org.
Data Security
We take appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Please use discretion when sharing information online.
Third Party Services
We may use third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, PayPal, Mailchimp) to help operate our website or process transactions. These services have their own privacy policies which you are encouraged to review.
Cookies Policy
Cookies may be used to:
- Remember user preferences
- Track site usage and performance
- Enable smooth website functionality
You can control cookies through your browser settings or opt out via a cookie notice if applicable.
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