Privacy Policy
Mashinani Youth Voices Website: www.mashinaniyouthvoices.org
Last updated: 27/01/2026
Mashinani Youth Voices (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit or interact with our website, programs, and services. We are a frontline, youth‑focused, locally‑led capacity building organization working to address unemployment and drive economic growth at the grassroots level in Kenya.
This Privacy Policy is prepared in accordance with the Kenya Data Protection Act, 2019, and other applicable data protection laws.
1. Who We Are
Mashinani Youth Voices believes in young people as problem solvers, change makers, and leaders. Our mission is to empower vulnerable Kenyan youth with skills, resources, and opportunities to thrive in the modern economy through business skill development, financial resource mobilization, and self‑employment.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a) Personal Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Age or date of birth (where relevant)
- Gender (optional)
- Location (county, town, or community)
- Education or employment background
- Business or entrepreneurial information
b) Non‑Personal Information
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- IP address
- Pages visited and time spent on the website
- Referral source
c) Program‑Related Information
When you apply for or participate in our programs, training, funding opportunities, or events, we may collect additional information necessary to assess eligibility and provide support.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Deliver and improve our programs, services, and initiatives
- Communicate with you about opportunities, training, and events
- Respond to inquiries and provide support
- Monitor and evaluate program impact
- Maintain internal records and reporting
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:
- Your consent
- Performance of a contract or program participation
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate interests aligned with our mission, provided your rights are not overridden
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information only:
- With trusted partners, donors, or service providers strictly for program delivery and support
- When required by law or regulatory authorities
- To protect our legal rights, safety, or property
All third parties we work with are required to respect data confidentiality and security.
6. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. Data is stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights
Under the Kenya Data Protection Act, you have the right to:
- Be informed about the use of your personal data
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Object to or restrict processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.
9. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance. You may control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Third‑Party Links
Our website may contain links to third‑party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
11. Children and Youth Data
As a youth‑focused organization, we take special care in handling data relating to young people. Where required, consent will be obtained from a parent or guardian, and data will be used strictly for empowerment, training, and development purposes.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
Mashinani Youth Voices
Email: info@mashinaniyouthvoices.org
Phone: +254 119 414 954
Location: Rodi Kopany, Homa Bay County, Kenya.
By using our website and services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.