Introduction

The Arab Renaissance for Democracy and Development (ARDD) is committed to protecting the privacy, dignity, and personal data of all individuals who interact with our website, services, and programs.

This Privacy Policy explains how ARDD collects, uses, shares, and safeguards personal data in accordance with applicable laws in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and in line with international data protection principles, including those reflected in the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and donor compliance requirements.

Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to:

• Website visitors
• Beneficiaries of ARDD programs and services
• Applicants (jobs, consultancies, internships)
• Partners, stakeholders, and service providers

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of data:

• Personal Information: name, contact details, and information voluntarily submitted
• Service-Related Data: information provided in the context of legal aid, protection services, or program participation
• Sensitive Data: where relevant, including information related to legal status or personal circumstances, handled with strict confidentiality
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and website usage data

How We Use Personal Data

ARDD processes personal data for:

• Communication and responding to inquiries
• Delivery of legal aid, protection, and program services
• Coordination with partners and stakeholders
• Monitoring, evaluation, and donor reporting
• Improving website performance and user experience

Legal Basis for Processing

Data is processed based on:

• Consent
• Provision of requested services
• Legal obligations
• Legitimate organizational interests aligned with ARDD’s mandate

Data Sharing and Disclosure

ARDD ensures strict confidentiality and shares data only when necessary:

• With trusted partners and service providers under confidentiality agreements
• With donors, in line with reporting and compliance obligations (in aggregated or anonymized form where possible)
• When required by law or official request

ARDD does not sell or misuse personal data.

International Data Transfers

Where necessary, data may be shared with partners or donors outside Jordan. In such cases, ARDD ensures appropriate safeguards to protect personal data in line with international standards.

Data Protection and Security

ARDD applies appropriate technical and organizational measures, including:

• Restricted access to personal data
• Secure storage systems
• Staff confidentiality and data protection practices

Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for:

• Service delivery
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Donor requirements

Data is securely deleted or anonymized when no longer needed.

Your Rights

Where applicable, individuals may:

• Request access to their data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of data
• Withdraw consent

Requests can be made through ARDD’s official contact channels.

Cookies and Website Use

This website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance. Users may adjust browser settings to disable cookies if preferred.

External Links

ARDD is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites linked from this site.

Updates to This Policy

ARDD may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be published on this page.

Contact

For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact ARDD through the official channels listed on the website.