Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Justice Network for Prisoners in Iraq (“JNP Iraq”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information.

2. Who We Are

JNP Iraq is a national coalition of 35 organizations working across Iraqi governorates to defend prisoners’ rights, improve detention conditions, promote legal reforms, and advocate for justice and fair treatment jnpiraq.info+2jnpiraq.info+2.

3. Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • Contact details (e.g., name, email, phone) when you submit inquiries, sign up for newsletters, or volunteer;
  • Content and correspondence you provide through site forms, emails, or comments;
  • Usage data such as traffic logs, IP address, pages viewed, and visit duration;
  • Cookies and tracking data to help personalize and improve your experience;
  • Third-party data when provided by partners or social media platforms.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use personal data to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and feedback;
  • Provide information about our activities, events, campaigns, and opportunities to volunteer or partner;
  • Monitor website usage and analyze user experience to improve our services;
  • Manage communications, including important updates and newsletters;
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud or misuse.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Our processing is based on:

  • Your consent, when voluntarily given (e.g., subscribing to newsletters, submitting forms);
  • Legitimate interest, where processing is necessary for our advocacy, outreach, or organizational goals;
  • Compliance with legal obligations, such as record-keeping and regulatory requests.

6. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies for:

  • Essential site functionality (e.g. contact forms);
  • Analytics and performance tracking to measure site usage;
  • Improving user experience by recognizing returning users and preferences;
  • Social sharing features.

You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings; disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We will not sell or rent personal data. Data may be shared with:

  • Third-party service providers (e.g. web hosting, analytics) acting on our behalf under confidentiality obligations;
  • Legal or governmental authorities when required by law or in response to official requests.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, accidental loss, or misuse. Access to personal data is strictly limited to authorized personnel in pursuit of their job duties.

9. Retention of Personal Data

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, legal compliance, record‑keeping, or to support our operations. Records of inquiries and communications are kept for a reasonable period.

10. Your Rights

You may have rights under applicable laws, including the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you;
  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate or unnecessary data;
  • Restrict or object to certain processing activities based on legitimate interest;
  • Withdraw previously given consent at any time (without affecting prior lawful processing);
  • Lodge a complaint with an appropriate data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.

11. International Data Transfers

Personal data is ordinarily stored and processed within Iraq. If we transfer data outside Iraq or to jurisdictions with different data laws, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place.

12. Children

Our website is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

13. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. We will post the current version on our website and indicate the effective date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, wish to exercise your data rights, or make an inquiry, please contact us via:

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