Privacy Policy for CESMEL Health
(cesmelhealth.org)

CESMEL Health (“CESMEL,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website, cesmelhealth.org, or interact with us online.
Effective Date: 10-05-2025
1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: Name, contact details (such as email address and phone number), professional or organizational affiliation, and any other information you voluntarily provide through forms or communications.
  • Health-Related Information: If you participate in our programs, research, or training, we may collect information relevant to your participation, in compliance with applicable laws and ethical guidelines.
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected via cookies or similar technologies to improve website functionality and user experience.
  • Other Information: Any additional information you provide in the context of our research, capacity building, or technical assistance activities.
2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries or requests.
  • Provide and improve our services, including research, training, and technical assistance.
  • Communicate updates, newsletters, or information about CESMEL Health’s activities (with your consent where required).
  • Analyze website usage and improve user experience.
  • Comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations.
3. Legal Basis for Processing

CESMEL Health processes your personal data based on:

  • Your consent, where applicable.
  • The necessity to fulfill our contractual or pre-contractual obligations.
  • Compliance with legal obligations.
  • Our legitimate interests in advancing our mission and improving health program outcomes.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Authorized CESMEL Health personnel and associates for the purposes stated above.
  • Partners, funders, or collaborators involved in our research or capacity-building activities, only as necessary and in compliance with data protection laws.
  • Regulatory authorities or as required by law.
  • Third-party service providers who support our operations, under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Data Security

CESMEL Health implements robust technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes secure storage, restricted access, and regular review of our security practices.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy and to comply with legal and regulatory requirements. After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymized.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Object to or restrict processing of your data.
  • Request deletion of your data under certain circumstances.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@cesmelhealth.org

8. International Data Transfers

As a global organization, CESMEL Health may transfer your information across borders in compliance with applicable data protection laws and with appropriate safeguards in place.

9. Third -Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites not operated by CESMEL Health. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

10. Updates To This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.