Privacy Policy - Naandi Foundation Youth Skills: MIS Portal & Application

Naandi Foundation is deeply committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains in detail how we collect, process, use, store, and protect the data you provide when using our Management Information System (MIS) Portal and mobile application. These digital tools are an integral part of our efforts to strengthen the delivery of skilling programs, track learning milestones, and provide personalized career guidance and placement support. By using these platforms, you entrust us with your personal data, and we take that responsibility seriously by adopting robust data protection practices.

Our MIS Portal and mobile application are designed to streamline and enhance the learning journey for every individual we serve. From registration and attendance to assessments and placements, these platforms help us monitor learner progress and generate valuable insights that contribute to the continuous improvement of training outcomes. They also enable us to provide targeted support and resources that empower learners to achieve their career goals.

Purpose of the Platforms

Our MIS Portal and mobile application are designed to streamline and enhance the learning journey for every individual we serve. From registration and attendance to assessments and placements, these platforms help us monitor learner progress and generate valuable insights that contribute to the continuous improvement of training outcomes. They also enable us to provide targeted support and resources that empower learners to achieve their career goals.

Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to all users who access or interact with Naandi Foundation’s MIS Portal and mobile application. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Students enrolled in our training programs
  • Trainers delivering the curriculum
  • Field staff collecting learner data
  • Program administrators managing the portal
  • Verified third-party partners involved in program implementation or support

The policy governs all information collected through these platforms, whether provided voluntarily (e.g., during registration) or generated through user activity (e.g., attendance logs, feedback, usage data). By using the MIS Portal or mobile app, users agree to the terms outlined in this policy and consent to the collection and use of their personal data as described herein.

Legal Basis for Data Collection and Processing

Naandi Foundation collects and processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection regulations and ethical standards. The legal basis for this data processing includes:

  • Explicit consent provided by users during registration
  • Contractual obligations to deliver training and placement services
  • Compliance with legal requirements
  • Legitimate interests, including program monitoring, evaluation, and service improvement

By accessing our platforms, users acknowledge and agree to these data practices.

Collection of Information

We collect and manage data responsibly to support our skilling mission:

  • User Information: Names, roles, contact details, and login credentials of Learners, field officers, managers, and partners.
  • Beneficiary Data: Student IDs, contact information, family details, academic records, placement history, and feedback forms.
  • Device & Usage Data: IP address, browser type, app usage patterns, and error logs to improve system reliability.
  • Uploads & Interactions: Documents, photos, surveys, and feedback submitted through the platform.

Purpose

We use this information to:

  • Monitor training outcomes and student progress
  • Generate dashboards, reports, and heatmaps for internal analysis
  • Support placement efforts and outreach coordination
  • Authenticate users and ensure secure access
  • Troubleshoot issues and refine workflows
  • Enhance our services based on feedback and analytics

Data Retention and Archiving

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. This includes:

  • Learner tracking and reporting
  • Long-term monitoring and impact analysis
  • Post-training engagement and alumni support

Once the data has served its purpose, it is either securely deleted or archived for audits, donor reporting or research, following strict access and security protocols. Retention timelines may vary based on regulatory or partner requirements.

Use of Third-Party Tools and Service Providers

To ensure a reliable, user-friendly, and secure platform, we may integrate with third-party technologies and services. These include:

  • Cloud storage platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud)
  • Data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
  • Secure survey and communication tools

All service providers are bound by strict data confidentiality agreements and comply with relevant data protection regulations.

Data Sharing & Disclosure

Your data is never sold. We may share it:

  • Internally within Naandi Foundation for evaluation and planning
  • With verified partner organizations for placement and impact assessment
  • With legal authorities, if mandated under law
  • With secure analytics tools, for usage tracking and continuous improvement

Data Security Measures

We implement strong controls, including:

  • Role-based access
  • Data encryption for sensitive fields
  • Regular security audits and backups
  • Secure login protocols across both portal and app

Children and Minor Data Privacy

Naandi Foundation is committed to protecting the privacy of learners under 18 years of age. In such cases:

  • Data is collected only with the knowledge and consent of parents or legal guardians
  • Additional precautions are taken to restrict access to minors' data
  • The information is used strictly for training, support, or placement purposes in compliance with child protection laws

User Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

  • Request corrections or updates to your profile or data
  • Withdraw consent for non-essential communications
  • Ask for removal of records, where operationally feasible

All such requests may be directed through our internal operation channels.