Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for LAHURNIP

The Lawyers' Association for Human Rights of Nepalese Indigenous Peoples (LAHURNIP) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our website visitors, partners, and the communities we serve. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (www.lahurnip.org).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information in the following ways:

  • Information You Provide Voluntarily: When you subscribe to our newsletter, fill out a contact form, register for an event, or contact us for legal aid, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and any other details you provide.
  • Automated Information: When you visit our site, we may automatically collect certain information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior via cookies and similar technologies.
  • Sensitive Information: As a legal association, we may handle sensitive data related to human rights cases. Such data is handled with the highest level of confidentiality and is only collected with explicit consent or as required by legal mandates.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

  • To provide information about the rights of Indigenous Peoples and our advocacy work.
  • To send newsletters and updates (only if you have opted in).
  • To respond to inquiries and provide legal or technical support.
  • To improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
  • To comply with legal obligations under the laws of Nepal.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (Compliance)

Our processing of your data is based on:

  • Consent: Your explicit agreement (e.g., subscribing to a newsletter).
  • Legal Obligation: Compliance with the Individual Privacy Act, 2075 (2018) of Nepal and other relevant regulations.[1]
  • Legitimate Interests: To advance the human rights of Indigenous Peoples while ensuring our website remains secure and functional.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly without them.[2]

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

LAHURNIP does not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in operating our website or mailing lists (e.g., Mailchimp), subject to confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect the safety and rights of individuals.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

Under the Individual Privacy Act of Nepal and international standards (such as GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure: Request that we delete your personal information (the "right to be forgotten").
  • Withdraw Consent: Unsubscribe from our communications at any time.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites (e.g., UN agencies, partner NGOs). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date."

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

Lawyers' Association for Human Rights of Nepalese Indigenous Peoples (LAHURNIP)
Address: Anamnagar, Kathmandu, Nepal
Phone: +977 1 5705510
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.lahurnip.org