Privacy Policy
Sanjeevini Educational and Economic Development Society (SEEDS) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Last Updated: December 2024
Introduction
Sanjeevini Educational and Economic Development Society (SEEDS), a registered society under the Society Registration Act 2001 (Registration No. 200/2020), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, participate in our training programs, or engage with our rural development initiatives.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name, age, gender, and contact details (phone, email, address)
- Educational qualifications and employment status
- Aadhaar number and other government identification (for program enrollment)
- Bank account details (for skill development program payments)
- Photographs and videos (for documentation and promotional purposes)
- Family and socio-economic information (for program eligibility assessment)
Technical Information
- IP address, browser type, and device information
- Website usage data and cookies
- Location data (when accessing our services)
How We Use Your Information
Program Administration
- Enrollment in skill development and training programs
- Assessment of program eligibility and rural development needs
- Issuance of certificates and credentials
- Placement assistance and employment support
- Monitoring and evaluation of program effectiveness
Communication
- Program updates and notifications
- Educational content and resources
- Event invitations and community announcements
- Feedback collection and surveys
Compliance & Reporting
- Government reporting requirements (NSDC, MORD, etc.)
- Donor and funding agency reports
- Impact assessment and documentation
- Legal and regulatory compliance
Information Sharing & Disclosure
We may share your information with:
- Government Agencies: NSDC, Ministry of Rural Development, State Skill Development Missions
- Training Partners: Certified training institutes and placement agencies
- Financial Institutions: Banks and microfinance institutions for loan processing
- Funding Organizations: Donors and grant agencies for reporting purposes
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or court orders
- Service Providers: Technology vendors and administrative support (under strict confidentiality)
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
Data Security & Retention
Security Measures
- Secure servers and encrypted data transmission
- Access controls and user authentication
- Regular security audits and updates
- Staff training on data protection protocols
- Physical security of paper records and documents
Data Retention
- Program records: 7 years after program completion
- Financial records: As per Income Tax and Society regulations
- Website data: 2 years unless longer retention is required
- Marketing communications: Until you opt-out
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request copies of your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal requirements)
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Complaint: Lodge complaints with relevant data protection authorities
Note: Some information may be retained for legal compliance, program completion, or legitimate organizational interests even after deletion requests.
Contact Us
For any questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Data Protection Officer
Organization: Sanjeevini Educational and Economic Development Society (SEEDS)
Email: seedsskills@gmail.com
Address: 1-486, Navatha Transport Road, Kanuru, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
Registration: Society Registration Act 2001 (Regd. No. 200/2020)
We will respond to your requests within 30 days of receipt. For urgent matters, please call our office during business hours.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Announcing changes during program sessions
- Displaying notices at our training centers
Your continued use of our services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.