Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Watwero Dance Initiative ("we," "our," or "us"), located at Plot 75/79 Pece-Laroo Behind Elephante Commons, Gulu, Uganda, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our services, including our website at https://watwerodancecompany.com (the "Service").

2. Definitions

• Personal Data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person.
• Special Categories of Data: Personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, health data, biometric data, or sexual orientation.
• Data Controller: Watwero Dance Initiative, which determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.
• Data Processor: Third parties who process personal data on our behalf.

3. Data Collection and Use

3.1 Categories of Personal Information We Collect

• Identity Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
• Usage Data: Information about how you use our Service
• Communications: Your communications with us
• Financial Information: Payment details (if applicable)

3.2 Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Contract performance
• Legal obligations
• Legitimate interests
• Your consent

3.3 How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Provide and maintain our Service
• Process your transactions
• Send you marketing communications (with consent)
• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our legitimate business interests

4. Your Privacy Rights

4.1 GDPR Rights (EU/UK Residents)

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict processing
• Data portability
• Object to processing
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

4.2 CCPA/CPRA Rights (California Residents)

You have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how it's used
• Delete your personal information
• Opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information
• Limit the use of sensitive personal information
• Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
• Correct inaccurate personal information

4.3 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your privacy rights:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +256780143244
• Online: https://watwerodancecompany.com/contact-us

We will respond to your request within:

• 30 days (GDPR)
• 45 days (CCPA/CPRA), with possible 45-day extension

5. International Data Transfers

We may transfer your data to countries outside your jurisdiction. For transfers from the EU/UK, we ensure adequate safeguards through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses
• Adequacy decisions
• Binding Corporate Rules (if applicable)

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption
• Access controls
• Regular security assessments
• Employee training
• Incident response procedures

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13 (16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes through:

• Email notification
• Website notice
• Service announcement

9. Contact Information

Data Protection Officer:

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +256780143244
• Address: Plot 75/79 Pece-Laroo Behind Elephante Commons, Gulu, Uganda

For EU/UK residents: You may also contact your local data protection authority.

For California residents: You may contact the California Attorney General's office for more information about your privacy rights.